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Dexter and the Moonrocks discuss breakout success and upcoming debut album
The West Texas band detailed their hybrid musical style ahead of the October release of their first full-length album.
The short version
- Dexter and the Moonrocks announced their debut full-length album, 'Friends That I Don’t Like,' set for release on October 2.
- The band achieved commercial success with their single 'Freakin' Out,' which spent five weeks at No. 1 on Alternative Airplay and reached No. 33 on the Billboard Hot 100.
- Formed near Abilene, Texas, the four-member group credits their sound to a blend of country-inspired lyrics and '90s grunge heavy guitars.
Key facts
- Dexter and the Moonrocks signed with Severance Records in a joint venture with Big Loud Rock in 2023.[Billboard]
- The band's breakout single, 'Freakin' Out,' topped the Alternative Airplay chart for five weeks and debuted at No. 33 on the Billboard Hot 100.[Billboard]
- Their debut full-length album, titled 'Friends That I Don’t Like,' is scheduled for release on October 2.[Billboard]
- The band originally formed outside Abilene, Texas, and released their debut single in 2021.[Billboard]