Pete Droge

Pete Droge is a Seattle-born singer-songwriter who carved his niche in the 1990s alt-rock scene with his raspy vocals and heartland-meets-grunge sensibilities. He first turned heads with his 1994 debut *Necktie Second*, featuring the darkly humorous alt-rock radio hit “If You Don’t Love Me (I’ll Kill Myself),” and later collaborated with artists like Shawn Mullins and Matthew Sweet in the supergroup The Thorns. Over the years, his music has woven together rootsy rock, folk, and country, soundtracking films like *Empire Records* and *Me, Myself & Irene* while maintaining a fiercely independent streak.

These days, Droge works on his own terms, crafting soulful, introspective tunes like “Northern Lights” and “Fade Away Blue” (from his 2016 album *Spacey and Shaky*) through his indie label, Northern Lights Recording Co. He often teams up with his wife, Elaine Summers (their joint project *The Droge and Summers Blend Sessions* nods to their musical synergy), and balances recording with mentoring emerging artists. Whether he’s delivering stripped-back acoustic gems or full-band rockers, Droge’s music stays grounded in storytelling and raw, relatable charm.

Genres

Indie Rock

Singer-songwriter

Folk Rock

Americana

Roots Rock

Alternative Country

Southern Rock

Country Rock

Heartland Rock

Latest Release

Fade Away Blue

Pete Droge

Album - 10 Tracks - Released August 22, 2025