The Criticals
about the artist
The Criticals are a Nashville-based rock band forged by the dynamic duo Parker Forbes and Cole Shugart. Since their inception, the band has built a reputation for delivering music that is as bold as it is boundary-pushing, blending diverse songwriting influences with a commanding, high-octane live presence. Their sound combines the gritty energy of The Stone Roses with the sharp, hook-driven guitar work reminiscent of early Kings of Leon, creating a modern rock aesthetic that is both familiar and fresh.
Their performances have ignited sellout crowds across major U.S. cities, including New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Austin, and Atlanta, establishing…
MoreThe Criticals are a Nashville-based rock band forged by the dynamic duo Parker Forbes and Cole Shugart. Since their inception, the band has built a reputation for delivering music that is as bold as it is boundary-pushing, blending diverse songwriting influences with a commanding, high-octane live presence. Their sound combines the gritty energy of The Stone Roses with the sharp, hook-driven guitar work reminiscent of early Kings of Leon, creating a modern rock aesthetic that is both familiar and fresh.
Their performances have ignited sellout crowds across major U.S. cities, including New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Austin, and Atlanta, establishing them as one of the most electrifying acts on the modern rock scene. Following the release of their self-titled debut album, The Criticals are taking their sound to new heights with a string of 17 headlining shows spanning coast to coast. This year, the band made their festival debut at some of the country's most iconic stages, including Lollapalooza and Shaky Knees, and will perform at Ohana Festival in Southern California later this fall. Known for their intense live energy, sharp songwriting, and relentless ambition, The Criticals are redefining what it means to be a rock band in the 21st century.