Thirdstory

Thirdstory is an American band from New York City consisting of singer-songwriters Elliott Skinner, Ben Lusher, and Richard Saunders.[1][2][3]

History

Thirdstory formed in New York City in early 2014. The Trio is signed to Verve Records a record label under Universal Music Group.[4] [5][6] The band opened for Tori Kelly on the Unbreakable Tour in spring 2016,[7][8][9] and released their debut EP, Searching, on May 6, 2016.[10] This was followed by a single, “G Train” featuring Pusha T released in November 2016.[11] In 2017, they performed with Chance the Rapper on the Be Encouraged Tour as members of his band.[12][13] On January 31, 2018, Thirdstory announced their debut album, Cold Heart, to be released on March 9, 2018. The album includes single "G Train" and other songs from the "Searching" EP. [14]

On February 12, 2019 the band announced on Instagram that their members will be taking separate paths in their careers, posting: "After five years of singing, writing, arranging, playing, touring, and practically living together, we’ve officially decided to take time apart to work on new projects and new endeavors. We’re incredibly excited to share lots of fresh music with you this year - Elliott and Ben are working on their own solo projects, and Richard is continuing to release music with Refs. Can’t wait for you all to join us in this new chapter, and hear the individual pieces that have made Thirdstory tick all these years."[15] Their social media handles remain active, posting updates on the respective member's activities in their own music careers.

Discography

Albums
  • "Cold Heart"

EPs

Singles
  • "Jam in the Van (Live)"
  • "Hit The Ceiling"
  • "Still In Love"[17]
  • "Still In Love (Acoustic)"
  • "G Train" ft. Pusha T[18]
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References
  1. "No place like home for singer | The Royal Gazette:Bermuda Home & Away". The Royal Gazette. Retrieved 2016-11-22.
  2. Yurcaba, Josephine (2015-02-19). "Exclusive Premiere: Viral Cover Kings Thirdstory Take On Taylor Swift's 'Style'". Village Voice. Retrieved 2016-11-22.
  3. "Plano native's NYC band Thirdstory rises from YouTube success to a record deal | GuideLive". GuideLive. 2015-09-02. Retrieved 2016-11-22.
  4. http://www.vervelabelgroup.com
  5. Phull, Hardeep (2016-09-25). "This band has hit it big with a funny song about the G train". New York Post. Retrieved 2016-11-22.
  6. "Thirdstory stops by the Morning show". WGN-TV. 2016-06-17. Retrieved 2016-11-22.
  7. "Dinner and a Show: We Shared Some French Fries and First Kiss Stories with Thirdstory | Live Nation TV". Live Nation TV. Retrieved 2016-11-22.
  8. "Thirdstory Moves Up". Pollstar. Retrieved 2016-11-22.
  9. Staff, Mana Anvar | (2016-05-26). "Thirdstory delivers captivating covers, heartfelt harmonies at the Fox Theater". The Daily Californian. Retrieved 2016-11-22.
  10. "Thirdstory Premieres Smooth 'G Train,' Produced by Malay (Frank Ocean, Zayn): Exclusive". Billboard. Retrieved 2016-11-22.
  11. "Thirdstory Connect With Pusha T In Their Video For "G Train"". The FADER. Retrieved 2016-11-22.
  12. "Thirdstory Talks Touring with Chance the Rapper, Their Viral YouTube Videos, and Plans for an Album". Billboard. Retrieved 2017-08-08.
  13. "What It's Like Being Chance The Rapper's Intern". PigeonsandPlanes. Retrieved 2017-08-08.
  14. Thirdstory (2018-01-31). "It's taken 3 years, a lot of patience, hard work, and a lot of love. Our debut album COLD HEART is out MARCH 9. pic.twitter.com/lbXUtuWOaj". @wearethirdstory. Retrieved 2018-02-04.
  15. https://www.instagram.com/p/BtymtOtnJqD/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
  16. "Searching EP by Thirdstory on Apple Music". iTunes. Retrieved 2016-11-22.
  17. "Still In Love".
  18. "G Train (feat. Pusha T) - Single by Thirdstory on Apple Music". iTunes. Retrieved 2016-11-22.
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