Blending visceral melodies with raw lyrical vulnerability, Boys in Shorts has carved out a space in the Southern California indie rock scene.

Formed in 2020 in Orange County, CA, Boys in Shorts fuses the introspective energy of bands like Weezer and the 1975 with the sonic bite of the Killers and Turnstile. The six-piece band is known for its gripping and bombastic live performances and genre-bending sound.

With 2 EPs, 2 singles, and their first LP dropping at the end of 2025, the band has built a solid local following over the last 5 years by performing at premiere venues in both OC and LA, such as Whisky A Go Go, The Troubadour, and House of Blues Anaheim.

Drawing inspiration from their own personal experiences, the band explores themes of love, empathy, relationships, and modern disillusionment. “I’d describe us as ‘I don’t want to be apathetic anymore’ suburban alt,” says keys player Ernie Figueroa.

Check out the band’s latest releases below!