The Kilans are an indie rock band from Salt Lake City known for their raw sound, kinetic guitars, and electrifying live shows. Formed in 2023, the lineup — Jack Ongman (vocals, rhythm guitar), Jacob Shultz (lead guitar), Cooper Brezoff (bass), and David Wiseman (drums) — came together after Jack and Jacob met while skateboarding in college and started jamming in basement sessions that quickly turned into something bigger.
Just five months later, they released their debut single “Curly,” a burst of unfiltered energy that made waves across the local scene. Their follow-up, “Why Is It Light Out?,” sharpened their songwriting and expanded their reach, pairing introspective lyrics with dynamic, guitar-driven production. The track landed them on multiple editorial playlists and marked The Kilans as one of the most promising new voices in indie rock.
Now, the band takes their next major step. On October 23, 2026, The Kilans will release their debut album Could You Keep It Dark via Mom and Pop Records. Anchored by key singles “Cherry, Please” and “Oliver,” the record marks a bold leap forward — channeling the raw energy of their basement origins into a fully realized body of work. In support of the release, the band will embark on a North American tour, bringing their signature live intensity to stages across the continent.
With Could You Keep It Dark, The Kilans aren’t just delivering on their early promise — they’re announcing themselves on a national stage, authentically on their own terms.
Carver Jones is a 23-year-old singer-songwriter from Omaha, Nebraska whose music is rooted in freedom, movement, and real-life experience. After turning down a college basketball scholarship, Carver and his two best friends piled into a van with no destination beyond wanting to “see the country.” Over the next three years, they traveled across America performing everywhere from street corners to packed venues, experiences that would become the foundation of Carver’s songwriting and artistic identity.
Carver first introduced listeners to his world with his debut EP, CARV, in February 2024 before expanding his vision through the ambitious three-part AMERICAN DREAMERS EP series, beginning with Vol. 1 in Summer 2024 and continuing with Vol. 2 the following Spring. Blending raw storytelling, youthful nostalgia, and alternative-leaning indie pop sensibilities, Carver quickly built a growing fanbase drawn to both his music and the authenticity behind it.
Later in 2025, Carver joined 54 Ultra on their sold out U.S. Fall Tour, bringing his emotionally charged live show to audiences across the country. He closed out the year with the release of AMERICAN DREAMERS: Vol. 3 on November 28, followed by a sold out hometown Friends & Family performance at Reverb Lounge in December.
In early 2026, Carver released LIVE FROM MOHAWK, a live EP recorded during the Austin stop of the 54 Ultra tour, capturing the energy and intimacy that have become central to his live performances.
He recently released his 8 EP, including the standout singles WOMAN, MY LADY, BEST FRIEND and LAST CIGARETTE, continuing to cement himself as one of the most promising emerging voices in the indie/alternative space.