W: Andy Harris I: Larry Felton

King Falcon is the definitive sound of modern New York City rock, masterfully fusing the raw, "lived-in" energy of classic legends with a sharp, contemporary edge. Since their 2020 inception, the trio—frontman Michael Rubin, bassist Joe Conserva, and drummer Dipayan “Dip” Chakraborty—has built a reputation on hook-heavy anthems designed for both sweaty club stages and massive streaming playlists. Their sonic DNA sits at a high-octane intersection of The Strokes, Arctic Monkeys, and Foo Fighters, delivering a guitar-driven authenticity that feels both nostalgic and brand new.

The band’s 2023 self-titled debut was a breakout success, racking up millions of streams fueled by fan favourites like “Ready Set Go” and “Cadillac.” They carried that momentum into 2025 with the explosive single “Plastic Crown,” which reigned at #1 on Amazon Music’s Breakthrough Rock Playlist for multiple weeks and cracked the Media Base Radio charts in its debut week. Critics have been just as loud as the fans; MXDWN crowned them “Best New Artist,” while Guitar World hailed them as one of NYC’s most essential indie-rock exports.

Their latest single, "Holding Out," marks a shimmering evolution in their sound, trading some of that city grit for a dose of "hazy optimism." The track features glistening riffs and breezy vocals that explore the conscious choice to believe in brighter days. Accompanying the release is a sun-drenched music video filmed in Venice Beach, capturing a laid-back California daydream complete with skateparks and Pacific sunsets. As Michael Rubin puts it, the song is about "choosing a path that feels right and walking it with quiet faith."

King Falcon isn't just a studio project; they are a road-tested powerhouse with over 150 shows under their belt in the last two years alone. Having shared stages with the likes of The Struts, Des Rocs, and Sublime with Rome, the band has cemented their status as a must-see live act. As they move through 2026, the trio is back on the pavement with a North American tour through March and April, proving that their blend of NYC swagger and infectious melody is a global force that’s only just getting started.