Kerosene Heights

Kerosene Heights is an energetic indie rock band from Asheville, North Carolina, known for their emotionally honest and genre-blending sound. The band members—Chance Smith (vocals, rhythm guitar), J Franklin (guitar), Scoot (drums, backup vocals), and Stephen (bass)—came together through a shared passion for music and writing. Their style draws inspiration from early 2000s emo bands with a raw, shouty edge infused with fresh enthusiasm, crafting songs that capture the highs and lows of personal growth and relationships in a way that resonates powerfully with their audience.

Since their debut EP *no more bad dreams*, released in 2022, Kerosene Heights has steadily gained momentum, particularly with their breakthrough vinyl album *Southeast of Somewhere* (2023). Their latest full-length album, *Blame It On The Weather* (2025), features 12 tracks that continue to showcase their dynamic songwriting and vibrant energy. Known for connecting deeply with listeners both through lyrics and live performances, they also maintain close ties to their community and activism, further enriching their music with empathy and purpose.

Genres

Midwest Emo

Emo

Indie Rock

Alternative Rock

Folk Rock

Garage Rock

Progressive Rock

Post-hardcore

Pop Punk

Math Rock

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Latest Release

Blame It On The Weather

Kerosene Heights

Album - 12 Tracks - Released August 15, 2025