I'm not sure how many non-Ohioans remember Take First Place or Johnny Tenspeed, but I definitely do. Featuring members from both bands, here's Jump Ship and their debut EP, Overbite, which is available as a "name your price" download. Click the Read More… link to stream and download the EP.
Exclusive: Life On The Sideline EP announcement, music video premiere
Since releasing Honesty Is A Dying Breed two years ago, Life On The Sideline has remained active on the road and is now ready to unveil its upcoming EP, Never Settle. To kick things off, we're premiering the music video for the band's new single, "Echo", which tells the sad story of a young girl reminiscing times spent with her deceased partner. While not a pop punk song per se, it's as catchy as one with an infectious chorus that you'll inevitably get stuck in your head. The band's sound could be compared to that of Transit's and The Early November's. Fans can pre-order the EP on iTunes and CD here, before it's released on June 7th. […]
Monday, February 27, 2017
Jump Ship (ex-Take First Place, Johnny Tenspeed) release new EP
Tuesday, July 9, 2013
Band of the Week: Take First Place
In case you've missed our previous coverage on the band, Take First Place is a band from Springfield, OH, which recently released its debut EP, titled Childhood. The five-piece revives a classic easycore sound that flourished years ago, but just isn't as common anymore. Fans of old-school Carridale and Three Cent Cinema will especially enjoy this. The EP is available now on iTunes, but you can also hear two singles below. Check them out and let us know what you think! Click the Read More… link to stream the songs.
Monday, July 1, 2013
Poll: Band of the Week (Jul. 1st, 2013)
Our band of the week poll continues this week with another trio of unknown bands that deserve your attention. Check out Cut Your Losses (CA), Mercy Street (CAN), and Take First Place (OH). Click the Read More… link to view the poll.
Saturday, April 20, 2013
Review: Take First Place - "Childhood" EP

At a time where an increasing number of bands are being tainted with the "'90s worship" shtick, it is surprising and refreshing to stumble upon a band who are adamant on pervading the air of pop punk/hardcore of yesteryear.
Monday, April 8, 2013
Take First Place Announce Upcoming EP Details, Release New Song
Take First Place is an easycore band from Springfield, OH. Check out a stream below of their new single, Hey, You Guys!, from the debut EP, titled Childhood, out April 20th. Click the Read More… link to view the artwork and tracklist and stream the song.
