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The Runarounds – one of the hottest new bands – have released their brand new single “Chasing The Good Times” via AWAL. The song was co-written & produced by Brad Shultz (founding member and guitarist for Cage The Elephant) and mixed by Rich Costey (Foo Fighters, Sigur Ros, Muse, HAIM). The track is nostalgic, anthemic indie rock at its best. Think pop-punk energy with the DNA of a small-town garage band. The music video was shot along their sold out Minivan Tour.
On the new single Axel Ellis (guitarist & vocals) said: “Joy is fleeting. What’s that Ferris Bueller quote? “Life moves quick, if you don’t stop and look around once in a while, you might miss it.” That’s the feeling we hoped to convey with “Chasing The Good Times.” It’s about the never-ending pursuit of happiness and how it could pass you by if you’re looking too hard for it. Next time you find yourself dancing in the dark, try to soak it in as much as you can; it doesn’t get much better than that. We were honored to be able to write this one with our friend Brad Shultz of Cage the Elephant, one of our collective long-time heroes.”
Brad Shultz of Cage The Elephant said of working with the band: “Starting a creative process I try not to go in with an expectation of easy success. However, within the first hour of the writing/recording of this song, I knew something special was in the works. I loved the genuine excitement and enjoyment that the band brought to the studio. It was refreshing to see that energy and enthusiasm.”
What began as a weekly beach bar residency in Wilmington, North Carolina soon turned into a coast-to-coast journey, as the band cut their teeth on college campuses, festival stages, and club venues across the country — culminating in a sold-out night at the storied Troubadour in Los Angeles. Coming off of their Amazon Prime show (of the same name) the band have been touring on the music they wrote for the series soundtrack, all of which was recorded live on set. Their sold out fall tour had fans lining up at 9am each morning for a chance to get day of show tickets- or even just a glimpse of the real-life band from their favorite show.
Due to unprecedented demand the band announced an extension of the fall 2025 Minivan Tour with 32 new dates added for the 2026 leg of the tour. Most of the shows in the new leg have already sold out with over 40,000 tickets already sold and many venues upgraded to larger rooms. The band will be performing at LA’s The Fonda on January 23rd, Chicago’s Riviera Theatre on February 10th, New York’s Irving Plaza on February 18th & 19th, D.C. ‘s 9:30 Club on February 20th and Nashville’s Brooklyn Bowl on February 28th and March 1st. See full tour dates below and ticket information at www.therunarounds.com.
The band’s first EP The Runarounds Live at USC was produced by Jerry Harrison of Talking Heads. Inspired by Back Seat Lovers (whose song “Kilby Girl” they cover frequently!), The Beatles, Rolling Stones and more the band wrote or co-wrote all of their music featured in the show that served as their first album The Runarounds (Original Soundtrack). The album features singles “Senior Year” and “Funny How The Universe Works” as well as fan favorite “Ghosts.” Not to mention it features covers of the Zuton’s “Valerie” (notably performed by Amy Winehouse and Mark Ronson and Cheap Trick’s “Surrender.” Check out the full The Runarounds (Original Soundtrack) HERE.
The Runarounds are: William Lipton (guitar/vocals), Axel Ellis, (guitar, vocals), Jesse Golliher (bass/vocals) Zende Murdock (drums) and Jeremy YUN (guitar/vocals) have taken their talents to the road on a sold-out, headline fall tour since the show’s premiere September 1st. And they have no signs of slowing down. The band is a group of musicians who learned how to act with the goal of writing real songs that change the world – a few of them grew up performing together since they were as little as six years old!
The Runarounds: The Minivan Tour 2026
January 15, 2026 – House of Blues – Dallas, TX – SOLD OUT
January 16, 2026 – House of Blues – Houston, TX – SOLD OUT
January 17, 2026 – Emo’s – Austin, TX – SOLD OUT
January 20, 2026 – The Van Buren – Phoenix, AZ – SOLD OUT
January 22, 2026 – The Observatory North Park – San Diego, CA – SOLD OUT
January 23, 2026 – The Fonda Theatre – Los Angeles, CA – SOLD OUT
January 24, 2026 – The UC Theatre – Berkeley, CA – SOLD OUT
January 26, 2026 – Crystal Ballroom – Portland, OR
January 27, 2026 – Neumos – Seattle, WA – SOLD OUT
January 29, 2026 – Treefort Music Hall – Boise, ID
January 30, 2026 – Soundwell – Salt Lake City, UT – SOLD OUT
February 1, 2026 – Ogden Theatre – Englewood, CO – SOLD OUT
February 3, 2026 – The Granada – Lawrence, KS – SOLD OUT
February 4, 2026 – The Pageant – St. Louis, MO
February 6, 2026 – First Avenue – Minneapolis, MN – SOLD OUT
February 7, 2026 – Majestic Theatre – Madison, WI – SOLD OUT
February 10, 2026 – Riviera Theatre – Chicago, IL
February 11, 2026 – Egyptian Room at Old National Centre – Indianapolis, IN – SOLD OUT
February 13, 2026 – KEMBA Live! – Columbus, OH – SOLD OUT
February 14, 2026 – Royal Oak Music Theatre – Detroit, MI – SOLD OUT
February 15, 2026 – Mr. Smalls Theatre – Pittsburgh, PA – SOLD OUT
February 17, 2026 – Citizens House of Blues – Boston, MA – SOLD OUT
February 18, 2026 – Irving Plaza – New York, NY – SOLD OUT
February 19, 2026 – Irving Plaza – New York, NY – SOLD OUT
February 20, 2026 – 9:30 Club – Washington, DC – SOLD OUT
February 21, 2026 – The Ritz – Raleigh, NC – SOLD OUT
February 23, 2026 – Jefferson Theater – Charlottesville, VA – SOLD OUT
February 24, 2026 – The Foundry at Judson Mill – Greenville, SC – SOLD OUT
February 25, 2026 – Georgia Theatre – Athens, GA – SOLD OUT
February 27, 2026 – Iron City – Birmingham, AL – SOLD OUT
February 28, 2026 – Brooklyn Bowl – Nashville, TN – SOLD OUT
March 1, 2026 – Brooklyn Bowl – Nashville, TN – SOLD OUT
April 18, 2026 – Charleston, SC – High Water Festival