Indie-Rock Trio Yam Haus Share New Single/Music Video “Stupid And Famous”; Brand New EP Slated For Release This Fall On Big Loud Rock

Minneapolis-based indie alt-rock trio and Big Loud Rock signees Yam Haus are excited to announce their brand new single “Stupid & Famous”. A sarcastic attempt at confronting the idea that being social media savvy is essential to a band’s growth and success “Stupid & Famous” was, funnily enough, written during a TikTok livestream.

“The internet can be such a scary place, and it feels really dishonest to try and be social media influencers” frontman Lars Pruitt says of the band’s conflicted views of these platforms. “Over time, I would say we’ve altered how we relate as a band on social media. It’s hard to be vulnerable and have people critique you on a regular basis. It’s even hard to have people you don’t know lavish attention on you and think you’re amazing. It can all feel very weird".

Pruitt adds: “We definitely feel stupid at times – and we’re obviously not famous – but trying to be popular on social media can really drain you, mentally. Overall, we’re just trying to figure out how to make music for a living, be honest with ourselves and our fans, and be healthy individuals all at the same time. This song stemmed from these types of struggles".

After taking the Midwest by storm a few years back, the Yam Haus preparing to release new music in 2023 is nothing like the outfit who enjoyed a fair amount of success prior to the world shutting down back in 2020. Since then, members Lars Pruitt (vocals/guitar), Zach Beinlich (guitar) and Jake Felstow (drums) have spent their time crafting their sound and taking the band’s music in a promising new direction. “We're really excited about the new music, because it feels like it’s the first time in a long time that we’re creating it as a unified front” Felstow says. “We’re making and releasing whatever we're feeling at that moment” Beinlich adds. “We’re not trying to fit something in where it doesn’t belong, but if it feels right and we like it, we put it out".

As one of the newest additions to Big Loud Rock’s roster, Yam Haus’ search for authenticity has found the perfect home with its catchy blend of indie-rock that serves up the unforgettable hooks the band has become known for. Bringing a new level of songwriting maturity and musical complexity to their tracks, the trio is allowing their personality and humor to shine more in a pursuit to expand its audience. Pruitt also goes on to relate the overall theme of “Rafters”, the band’s first single for Big Loud Rock, to its newfound direction, its future, and signing with the label: “We let go, and it feels like we landed in a place where we can be the most authentic and honest version of ourselves".

With over 15 million streams across DSPs, over 20 million views on YouTube, 1.7 million likes on TikTok, and performing with the likes of Blue October, Bishop Briggs and more, Yam Haus still collectively feel like they’re just getting started and are excited for the road ahead. At the very least, Pruitt’s committed to the journey in ways not easily changed. “I got the band tattooed on my ass, so I’m here for the long game".

INDIE-ROCK TRIO YAM HAUS DEAL WITH THE STRUGGLE OF SOCIAL MEDIA POSTURING IN THE MUSIC VIDEO FOR NEW SINGLE “STUPID AND FAMOUS”

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=toLgdlFXqwM&feature=youtu.be