Mermaid Island

@UCyEZUaDVhCvwqRB7P2FYWhQ - 159 subscribers

Mermaid Island has been brewing chaos in the underground LA punk scene since fall 2022. Founded by Canadian vocalist, guitarist & songwriter Alex MacDonald, the band quickly became known for high-octane shows. Mermaid Island’s sound blends 2000s pop-punk energy with east-coast Canadian influences. Their first show at LA's Hotel Café made it clear they had something undeniable. But recording could wait. “It was always about the shows. We have as much fun playing for no one in our lockout as we do for a crowd,” says MacDonald. They solidified their presence in the LA scene before ever entering a studio. They tracked most of their debut album live in two days. The band isn’t chasing a hit record. They’re creating a space where people feel inspired to pick up their own instruments. “We just want to play shows with our friends so we can remember what joy feels like on this shit show planet.”