The era of the solo sad boi is upon us. Thanks to scene stealers like Machine Gun Kelly, Yung Blud, and Sueco, singular personalities a la Bowie and Springsteen are once again capturing the ears and hearts of audiences across the globe. Ecuadorian pop-punk soloist, @Lord Sebastian, has joined the chat, too, and he has a lot to say.
A bit of a renegade, Lord Sebastian opted to set out on his own after a number of group projects that never felt quite right. He knew from the jump he had a message to share with the world and he knew exactly how he wanted it to sound. Alongside his powerhouse backing band, Lord Sebastian delivers a rich, distinct pop-punk sound that blends energetic melodies with strong, clear vocals, and lyrics you can’t help but sing along to. Lord Sebastian’s songs tell honest, relatable stories about life, love, and the tension that keeps the world turning. Fans of MGK, +44, and Alkaline Trio are sure to fall in love with his latest single, XOXO, a fast-paced anthem for every broken heart learning how to love themselves again.
Coming off the heels of a massively successful 2025, Lord Sebastian plans to keep the party going with a full album release and headlining tour in the new year. Fans are encouraged to follow along on socials [TikTok /Insta] to keep up to date, and make sure to give him a listen on your favorite streaming platforms. Keep scrolling to find my rapid fire interview with Lord Sebastian, and get to know him for yourself!
Interview
Cameron Conrad sits down with Lord Sebastian
If you had to credit one band or artist with being your biggest influence, who would it be?
What’s your dream venue, the place that will feel like you’ve “made it” once you've played there?
If you could pick any band or artist, past or present, to tour with, who would it be?
If each of you WERE a Disney character, who would you be?
What’s the craziest, cringiest thing you’ve done for the sake of your music?
If we gave out high-school superlatives today, what would each of you win?
Any new music or upcoming tours we should know about?
Anything brewing behind the scenes you can give a hint about?