Hailing from Richmond, Virginia, Telltale is a dynamic quartet— composed of John Carteret (vocals), Bryce Marshall (guitar), Tim Fogg (bass), and Travis Slack (drums)— known for their emotive lyrics, infectious melodies, and an unwavering commitment to sharing the stories that shape their lives.

The band has released a string of EPs over their career— Good Intentions (2017), Timeless Youth (2019), and Lie Your Way Out (2022)— utilizing those songs to master their craft and hone into their sound. Fan favorite “Rose”, from Timeless Youth, has amassed almost 8 million listens on Spotify while Lie Your Way Out’s “Slowburn” sparked conversation about climate change and the abundance of wildfires. 

As Telltale continues to evolve and explore new musical horizons, they remain committed to their mission of storytelling through their sound. This is evident in their self-titled full-length debut on Rude Records. Telltale, while it may stray from what listeners expect from the band, is most sonically indicative to who they have grown to be as musicians but most importantly, as people. With stand out singles such as “Otherside”, “Cardinals”, and “EDDY” Telltale pushes the boundaries of modern day alt rock and emo. Produced by Alan Day (of Four Year Strong) and mastered by Will Putney, the record is full of emotionally charged anthems and bittersweet melodies that perfectly describe how it feels to navigate through the hardships and heartbreaks life brings. From chasing nostalgia to accepting fate, this self-titled record is a cohesive and relatable story from start to finish. 

Telltale’s live performances have helped cultivate a continuously exciting and personable experience as they have had the pleasure of sharing the stage with other standout bands in the scene such as Holding Absence, Knuckle Puck, and Trash Boat. 2023 has been quite the year for touring as they coheadlined a full U.S. tour with label-mates Sundressed and supported The Home Team on select dates of their spring tour. The band also made a trip abroad with a UK tour and an appearance at 2000 Trees, an independent rock festival. 

Through their music, Telltale invites you to join them on a journey through the highs and lows of life, where every song is a page turned in the book of their collective experiences.