Today we’d like to introduce you to Sunday Driver.
Hi Sunday Driver, thanks for joining us today. We’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.
Sure. Sunday Driver started pretty organically, just a group of guys who loved music and wanted to see how far we could take the sound that was forming between us. I’ve always been drawn to songwriting, and I think we all had this shared feeling that there was something real happening when we played together.
At first, it was basement rehearsals, half-working gear, and figuring out how to play off each other’s instincts. We didn’t overthink it, we just kept showing up, writing, gigging wherever we could. Columbus gave us space to grow, and over time, we found our footing and started locking into our identity as a band.
I think what really kept us going was that it never felt like we were trying to chase something trendy. We were just trying to be honest; with the music, with ourselves, with the people listening. That mindset has shaped everything since.
We all face challenges, but looking back would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
Not at all, it’s never been a straight line. And honestly, I don’t think it’s supposed to be. There’ve been plenty of late nights where we questioned what we were doing, whether the songs were hitting, or if we were even being heard at all.
Balancing life outside the band, jobs, school, just trying to stay afloat. It can make the creative stuff feel like you’re swimming upstream sometimes. And then there’s the usual growing pains: figuring out how to communicate better as a group, dealing with gear breaking mid-set, or playing a show to five people and pretending like it’s five hundred.
But I think the struggle has a way of refining things. It makes you pay attention to what actually matters. We’ve learned to keep showing up, to keep making music that feels honest, even when the path feels uncertain.
As you know, we’re big fans of you and your work. For our readers who might not be as familiar what can you tell them about what you do?
Sunday Driver is an indie rock blues band based out of Columbus, Ohio. We’re known for loud, high-energy shows; there’s this kind of raw electricity we bring to every set that people really connect with. Sound-wise, we’ve been compared to artists like Briston Maroney and The Backseat Lovers, which is a huge compliment because those bands strike that same balance we’re going for: emotional depth with a punch.
What we’re most proud of is how far we’ve come in such a short amount of time. We’re still pretty new to the scene, but we’ve already had some really special moments. One of the biggest was selling out our very first Columbus show – our debut with Vitruvian Soul, Zac Hoina, and Jack Lutz. That night meant a lot. It wasn’t just a packed room; it was proof that people were actually feeling what we were putting out there.
What sets us apart is that we’re not trying to be anyone else. We’re not chasing trends or playing it safe. There’s intention behind what we do, but it still feels loose enough to breathe. That mix of grit, groove, and honesty, that’s the lane we’re carving out.
Can you share something surprising about yourself?
Something people might not expect is that I’m kind of obsessed with silence. Like, I’ll go on these long walks with no music playing at all – just the world and whatever thoughts show up. It’s probably the opposite of what you’d think someone in a loud, bluesy rock band would be into, but I really value that quiet space. That’s usually where the song ideas actually start; just letting my mind wander in the stillness. – Owen 🙂
Contact Info:
- Website: https://sundaydriverofficial.com
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- Other: Booking: sundaydrivermgmt@gmail.com
