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Some bands are formed by fate, others by Craigslist ads—but The Commoners were built in a basement on trust, friendship, and a shared obsession with music. This dynamic duo, made up of longtime friends Avin and Eli, first picked up instruments out of curiosity, but that early spark quickly ignited into something real.
Now, with a genre-bending sound and a DIY spirit that defines everything from their visuals to their lyrics, The Commoners are proving they’re not here to just play—they’re here to create a new kind of noise.
ROOTED IN ROCK, DRIVEN BY CURIOSITY
While many artists cling to a signature sound, The Commoners make unpredictability part of their identity. Their music is built on a rock foundation, but don’t expect it to stay in one lane. “We’re driven by curiosity and a desire to keep things fresh,” they explain. That ethos bleeds into every track, whether it’s a high-energy anthem or a moody, mid-song switch-up that catches you off guard—in the best way. It’s controlled chaos with a pulse, made to reflect their creative instincts rather than trends.
FROM ELTON TO BLEACHERS—A BLEND OF ICONIC INFLUENCE
Their sound doesn’t come out of nowhere. The Commoners pull from a wide swath of music history, citing legends like Elton John and The Beatles alongside modern indie staples like Bleachers and The 1975. It’s a melting pot of influence that shows in their music’s emotional depth, rhythmic playfulness, and unexpected twists. Avin and Eli each bring unique sensibilities to the table, creating a dialogue between past and present that makes their output feel both nostalgic and current.
VISUALS THAT HIT JUST AS HARD
Beyond the sound, The Commoners have a clear visual identity—gritty, colorful, and unpolished in all the right ways. “We see the world as vibrant, messy, and real,” they say, a perspective mirrored in their visuals designed by Eli’s sister, Hannah of HanCan Designs. Whether it's the warped megaphone on Politics or the caffeine-buzzed artwork for Coffee, every image is tied closely to the energy and emotion of the music it represents. For The Commoners, the artwork isn’t just packaging—it’s part of the story.
THE STAGE IS HOME
Live shows are where everything clicks. “That’s when we’re most ourselves,” they say. From basement beginnings to more public stages, performing has always been at the heart of their passion. Each show is a new version of their songs, reshaped by crowd energy and spontaneous decisions. It’s where they take creative risks and feel the music breathing in real time. No two gigs are alike—but each one is honest.
CONCLUSION
The Commoners aren’t trying to be the next big thing—they’re carving out their own lane, one song at a time. With a foundation built on friendship, fearless experimentation, and a deep respect for both sound and visual storytelling, they’re proving that authenticity still cuts through the noise. Keep an eye on these two. If their journey from basement jams to genre-defying releases is any clue, what comes next might not be what you expect—but it’s definitely worth sticking around for.
