Boygenius, an American indie rock supergroup formed by Julien Baker, Phoebe Bridgers, and Lucy Dacus, achieved significant success with their debut EP in 2018 and their critically acclaimed 2023 studio album, "The Record." The album topped charts internationally and earned them three Grammy Awards. Following a hiatus, the group's highly anticipated return solidified their place as a prominent force in indie music. They released a follow-up EP, "The Rest," shortly after their album.
2016: Early Collaborations
Before forming Boygenius, both Lucy Dacus and Phoebe Bridgers opened for Julien Baker on separate tours in 2016, marking early collaborations between the future bandmates.
2018: First Full Show Since 2018
Boygenius's performance at the Bread and Roses benefit concert marked their first full show together since their 2018 tour.
2018: Critical Acclaim and Tour
Boygenius's self-titled EP, released in 2018, garnered widespread critical acclaim. NPR Music even named it the 12th best album of the year, despite being an EP. The band supported the release with a US tour, including performances on shows like "Late Night with Seth Meyers" and "Tiny Desk."
2018: Boygenius Debut
Boygenius, the indie rock supergroup composed of Julien Baker, Phoebe Bridgers, and Lucy Dacus, debuted with their self-titled EP in 2018.
2018: Boygenius Formation and EP Recording
In 2018, Boygenius was formed. The trio, initially planning a co-headlining tour, decided to record music together, leading to the creation of their debut EP. They wrote, recorded, and self-produced the EP in just four days.
2019: Woodstock 50 Cancellation
Boygenius was scheduled to perform at Woodstock 50 in 2019, but the festival was canceled due to production problems.
July 2020: Demo Release for Charity
In July 2020, Boygenius demonstrated their commitment to social causes by releasing demos from their recording sessions on Bandcamp. The proceeds, exceeding $23,000, were donated to charitable organizations in their respective hometowns.
2020: Collaborations and Support
Throughout 2020, Boygenius continued to collaborate and support each other's solo endeavors. They featured on Hayley Williams' song "Roses/Lotus/Violet/Iris" and provided backing vocals for various tracks on each other's solo projects, including Phoebe Bridgers' "Punisher," Julien Baker's "Little Oblivions," and Lucy Dacus's "Home Video."
November 19, 2021: Bread and Roses Benefit Concert
Boygenius reunited for their first full concert since 2018 at the annual Bread and Roses Presents benefit concert in San Francisco on November 19, 2021.
January 2023: The Record Announcement
Boygenius announced their debut studio album, "The Record," in January 2023, creating significant anticipation among fans.
January 31, 2023: Re:SET Concert Series Announcement
AEG Presents announced on January 31, 2023, that Boygenius would be one of the headliners for the first Re:SET Concert Series.
March 31, 2023: The Record Release
Boygenius released their highly anticipated debut studio album, "The Record," on March 31, 2023.
April 2023: Coachella Performance
Boygenius performed at the renowned Coachella Music Festival in April 2023.
September 20, 2023: "Cool About It" Music Video Release
On September 20, 2023, Boygenius released a music video for their song "Cool About It," directed by Lauren Tsai.
October 13, 2023: The Rest Release
Boygenius released their second EP, titled "The Rest," on October 13, 2023.
November 11, 2023: Saturday Night Live Performance
Boygenius graced the iconic stage of "Saturday Night Live" as the musical guest on November 11, 2023, further solidifying their presence in popular culture.
November 17, 2023: Sinéad O'Connor Tribute
Paying homage to the late Sinéad O'Connor, Boygenius collaborated with Ye Vagabonds to release a cover of "The Parting Glass" on November 17, 2023. All proceeds were directed to the Aisling Project, a charity chosen by O'Connor's estate.
2023: The Tour
Following the release of "The Record," Boygenius embarked on an international tour, aptly named "The Tour." They shared the stage with notable artists such as Carly Rae Jepsen, Bartees Strange, Claud, Broken Social Scene, and Illuminati Hotties.
February 2, 2024: Indefinite Hiatus Announcement
Boygenius surprised fans by announcing an indefinite hiatus during a secret show in Los Angeles on February 2, 2024, leaving their future uncertain.