William Ryan Key

William Ryan Key is best known as the former frontman of early-2000s pop-punk icons Yellowcard, whose Grammy-nominated hit “Ocean Avenue” became a generational anthem. After the band’s 2017 farewell, he pivoted to a solo career, trading pop-punk energy for introspective folk and ambient vibes. His recent work—like the *Thirteen* and *Everything Except Desire* EPs—showcases stripped-down acoustic storytelling and atmospheric collabs (including his haunting Phoebe Bridgers “Smoke Signals” cover). A Nashville transplant, he’s embraced cozy coffeehouse sincerity over stadium volume, often collaborating with artists like Chris Carrabba. Tracks like “Brighton” and “Virtue” feel like journal entries set to guitar, proving he’s still mapping emotional coastlines long after Yellowcard’s sunset.

Genres

Acoustic Rock

Acoustic Pop

Latest Release

Smoke Signals (Phoebe Bridgers Cover)

William Ryan Key

Single - Released August 12, 2022