subject: Foster The People Tickets - Pumped Up Kicks Artists Tour The U.s. Before Returning To The Studio [print this page] Foster The People is an American independent pop band. With handsome looks and sharp attire, the pop trio was formed in California three years ago. The band consists of Mark Pontius, Cubbie Fink, and Mark Foster. The latter founded the band after struggling as a musician and jingle writer for a few years. According to the group, their music is soulful combination of dance, pop, and multi-genre melodies. This includes alternative rock, psychedelic, and electronic music. The band first propelled to international stardom with their infectious hit, "Pumped Up Kicks." They then signed with Startime International, which led to appearances at both the Coachella and South by Southwest Music festivals. As a result of their memorable appearances, Foster the People tickets continue to soar in national popularity. With a slate of U.S. shows planned this summer, Foster hopes to entertain the people before returning to the studio.
Pumped Up Kicks
"Pumped Up Kicks" soared to the top of the charts in 2011. In many ways, this global hit has now become the signature track for this innovative boy band. The song soared to number one on the Alternative Billboard Charts. It also went to number three on the Pop-Rock Charts, while landing a top spot on the Billboard 100 as well. As a result of the song's immense popularity, Foster The People garnered two Grammy nominations. While the first was for the track, "Pumped Up Kicks," the second was for Torches, the name of their debut album. The latter also featured a number of catchy songs, including "Call It What You Want." According to the band, this song effectively captured the burgeoning trends of new dance music. Since this genre combines so many musical elements and styles, there really is no label for this type of sound. To celebrate the success of their hit single and debut album, the group is currently touring a number of U.S. venues. The band, however, will soon return to the studio to work on their new album.
Media and Fan Reaction
Foster The People has received critical acclaim from fans and media alike. In fact, several media outlets have compared them to the top boy bands of the 1980s. The difference, however, is that the band creates music for a wider scope of fans. While their music can be considered pop, it is also considered dance, electronic, and even independent rock. As a result, the group's fan base entails a diverse range of music lovers and enthusiasts. Like LMFAO and Lady Gaga, Foster The People has a broader appeal and is simply not relegated to one style of music. This has secured millions of fans across the globe, along with a score of early music and music video awards. Since the band is not one or two dimensional, they can explore other styles and genres of music as well. In fact, this formula is what leads so many dance music fans to their compelling live performances.
Current Tour
While they are a global sensation, the band is currently performing for U.S. audiences. The current tour features hit songs from their Torches album.
