Brand New

The Profile

Brand New is an American rock band from Long Island, New York, formed in 2000. The core lineup featured Jesse Lacey, Vincent Accardi, Garrett Tierney, and Brian Lane. They evolved from emo and pop‑punk beginnings into influential indie/alternative rock, releasing acclaimed albums including Deja Entendu (2003), The Devil and God Are Raging Inside Me (2006), Daisy (2009), and Science Fiction (2017).

Formed in Long Island, New York in 2000; members include Jesse Lacey (vocals, guitar), Vincent Accardi (guitar), Garrett Tierney (bass), and Brian Lane (drums). Studio albums: Your Favorite Weapon (2001), Deja Entendu (2003), The Devil and God Are Raging Inside Me (2006), Daisy (2009), Science Fiction (2017). The band ceased activity in 2018.

Six DeBaser reviews chart Brand New’s path from emo roots to expansive indie/alt-rock. The pieces focus on faith, psychology, and a hard-won maturity, praising Deja Entendu and The Devil and God while debating Daisy. Science Fiction is read as a dark, elegiac farewell. Overall sentiment is strongly positive.