“Hold Onto Me” Out Now
“A new alt rock voice out of Albany, NY, Man Must Explore plays from an ethos that people are not meant to be caged, nor stay still. This has led them to create a brand of rock infused with an adventurer’s mentality, going with soaring hooks and passionate playing. This authentic direction can be heard in latest single “Hold Onto Me”.”
Man Must Explore Donates All Proceeds from Tour Finale to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society
“For the “Hold Onto Me Tour” finale, Man Must Explore performed to a packed crowd at Empire Underground on their home turf of Albany, NY. The band also organized a silent auction, which included prizes donated by local creators such as Adirondack Packs, Wonder and Grace, Brick By Brick’s Smooth Truth whiskey, Roosevelt Shaving Co., and many more. Also collaborating on the show was OneHope Winery, which donated bottles of wine which were raffled off at the show. All proceeds from the show, including 100% of ticket sales and all revenue generated from the silent auction and wine pull were donated to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. The show raised $3,000 which will be used for cancer research and patient support. Man Must Explore thanks the 518 community for coming together to celebrate what the band stands for above all else; coming together and conquering. ”
Daily Gazette Interview with Ryan Out Now
“I find that Albany is a very functional scene, a very powerful group of people when we just make cool stuff together and put on good things,” he said. “I want to do more with the environment, homelessness, cancer and whatever other ideas people come up with. This is just a platform for improving the world, I guess. And that’s what I want the band to be.”
“The Greatest Story I’ll Never Read” Out Now
“Man Must Explore’s release, ‘The Greatest Story I’ll Never Read,’ unveils a soul-searching breakup anthem that delves into the essence of their explosive alt-rock style. The track opens with chiming guitars, setting a poignant tone, while gentle, delicate vocals gradually build in impending grandeur, leading to a powerhouse chorus that leaves an indelible mark. The band’s vocal delivery exudes vulnerability, both in lyrics and tone, while their contemporary rock instrumentation propels the narrative towards a powerful catharsis.”
“Tsunami” Out Now
“Lyrically, ‘Tsunami’ delivers a powerful message of empowerment in a world that can often feel stifling. It encourages listeners not to merely hold their breath, and wait to drown, but to take a leap of faith and challenge the forces that threaten to submerge them. It’s a rallying call to regain control in the midst of a tumultuous world.”