Echo Pilot drops “Wise Guy” alongside an adrenaline-fueled music video
Nashville, TN — 1/31/25
Alt-rock band Echo Pilot has dropped their adrenaline-fueled new single, “Wise Guy,” alongside an energetic and unapologetic music video. The release serves as the perfect lead-in to their anticipated sophomore album, Notion, set to drop on February 28.
“Wise Guy” packs a sonic punch, with an ear-worm chorus floating between dirty riffs. The accompanying music video directed by Johnny Boyd and filmed by Natalie Simmons (both known for their creative work with Chris Stapleton, Simmons also actively working with Dolly Parton), is a visual feast of rowdiness that mirrors the lyrics’ intensity.
“The song is about the hilariously fragile pedestal that toxic masculinity attempts to stand on. It's also about people who think they know everything and lie/manipulate for their own benefit,” says Ryan Van Abeele, the band’s frontman. “We’ve all met these guys. And we are calling them out.”
Notion expands on this theme of self-awareness and is a thumping evolution of personal determination. Focusing on inner authority and growth, the album fosters a theme of new-found personal strength through deeply emotional struggles.
To celebrate the release, Echo Pilot will play a special release show in their Nashville home base. Fans can expect an electrifying live show that brings the new album to life alongside fan favorites.
Echo Pilot is Ryan Van Abeele (Vocals/Guitar), Aaron Smith (Guitar), Andrew Stuart Howsmon (Bass/Backing Vocals), and Dan Russell (Drums), a Nashville-based alt-rock band that has been making waves since their formation in 2018. With their signature blend of 90s grunge, post-punk, and modern indie rock, they’ve carved out a distinct sound that resonates with audiences worldwide.
Watch the music video for “Wise Guy” on YouTube.
Stream “Wise Guy” on all platforms.
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Tour Dates:
2/8/25 – Al’s Bar – Lexington, KY
3/8/25 – The ’58 at Eastside Bowl – Nashville, TN
More dates to be announced soon.
About Echo Pilot:
Echo Pilot is a dynamic four-piece alternative rock band from Nashville, Tennessee. Recognized for their explosive sound and electrifying stage presence, the group features Ryan Van Abeele (vocals/guitar), Aaron Smith (guitar), Andrew Stuart Howsmon (bass/backing vocals), and Dan Russell (drums). Known for their high-energy, chemistry-driven live performances, Echo Pilot has cultivated a dedicated and rapidly expanding fan base. Their shows are a masterclass in musicianship, showcasing the band’s technical prowess and cohesive artistry. With a signature blend of powerful tones over melodic arrangements, Echo Pilot delivers a sound that is both sonically diverse and unmistakably their own. Following their debut album, A Day Like This, in 2022, the band’s sophomore album, Notion, is set for release on February 28, 2025.