Blue Plate Special: Hellogoodbye
Hellogoodbye, an effervescent pop rock band born in the sun-drenched streets of Huntington Beach, California, has been charming audiences with their quirky, heartfelt melodies and energetic live performances since 2001. Fronted by Forrest Kline, who serves as the band’s creative force, Hellogoodbye quickly rose to prominence with their infectious debut EP in 2004, followed by the platinum-certified single “Here (In Your Arms)” from their 2006 full-length Zombies! Aliens! Vampires! Dinosaurs!. Known for blending playful, synth-driven pop with thoughtful lyricism, the band’s sound has evolved over the years, as evidenced in their critically acclaimed albums Would It Kill You? (2010), the experimental Everything Is Debatable (2013), and the soulful S’Only Natural (2018).
Hellogoodbye’s career is a testament to adaptability and resilience, from their early days of DIY promotion and hometown shows to navigating lineup changes and legal battles that led them to form their own label, Wasted Summer Records. The band’s vibrant, genre-fluid music and tireless touring schedule have seen them share stages with Paramore, Hanson, and Relient K, as well as captivating audiences at global festivals like Reading and Leeds. Whether reinventing classic tracks with their signature flair or celebrating milestone anniversaries on tour, Hellogoodbye remains a beloved force in the indie pop world, delighting fans with their joyful energy and enduring charm.
Some favorites from their catalog:
All Of Your Love – from the album Zombies! Aliens! Vampires! Dinosaurs! (2006)
Just Don’t Let Go Just Don’t – from the album Everything is Debatable (2013)
Homewrecker (demo) – from the album Zombies! Aliens! Vampires! Dinosaurs! And More! (2008)
Hang Loose – from the album S’only Natural (2018)
Call N Return (Say That You’re Into Me) – from the EP Completionists Collection A (2008)
Here (In Your Arms) – from the album Zombies! Aliens! Vampires! Dinosaurs! (2006)
