The Bravery

The Profile

The Bravery are an American rock band formed in New York City in 2003, associated with the mid-2000s post‑punk revival and known for the hit single "An Honest Mistake." They released three studio albums before a 2011 hiatus and reunited in 2021.

Core lineup has included Sam Endicott, John Conway, Michael Zakarin, Mike Hindert, and Anthony Burulcich. Studio albums: The Bravery (2005), The Sun and the Moon (2007), Stir the Blood (2009). Best‑known songs include "An Honest Mistake," "Believe," and "Time Won’t Let Me Go."

Three DeBaser reviews take The Bravery from hooky, radio-ready charm to outright plagiarism accusations. The debut’s '80s-tinged singles win some love; deeper cuts divide. The Sun and the Moon is deemed catchy yet banal, with heavy nods to past icons. Overall: big choruses, slick sheen, and a perennial fight between fun and originality.