Wilson Score
?Measures confidence in approval rating. Accounts for sample size — an artist with 8/10 likes ranks higher than 1/1. Ranges 0–1; higher is better.
1
Times Served
Region: Northern PiedmontConference: Northeast
Weekly Trend
No trend data yet
Did You Know
•Hop Along started as Frances Quinlan's solo acoustic project under the name Hop Along, Queen Ansleis.
•They hail from Philadelphia, a city with a thriving indie rock scene that heavily influenced their sound.
•Signing with Saddle Creek Records marked a turning point, broadening their audience significantly.
•Frances Quinlan's brother, Mark, joined as drummer, solidifying the lineup and adding rhythmic complexity.
•Their sound blends folk, punk, and indie rock, creating a distinctive and emotionally resonant style.
•Hop Along collaborated with Dr. Dog's Zach Miller, enriching their arrangements with horns and keys.
•"The Knock" is a fan favorite, showcasing Frances Quinlan's raw vocals and poignant storytelling.
•Hop Along's honest lyrics resonate with listeners struggling with anxiety and self-doubt.
•While not laden with awards, critics consistently praise their unique songwriting and performances.
•Hop Along's influence can be heard in a new wave of indie artists prioritizing vulnerability in lyrics.
•Hop Along's Frances Quinlan initially released music under the name Hop Along, Queen Ansleis.
•The band hails from Philadelphia, a city known for its vibrant indie rock scene.
•Signing with Saddle Creek Records in 2012 marked a key moment for wider recognition.
•Quinlan's distinctive, sometimes raspy, vocal style is entirely self-taught.
•Their sound blends indie rock with folk and punk influences, creating a unique sound.
•Hop Along toured with bands like The War on Drugs, expanding their fanbase.
•"The Knock" from *Painted Shut* is considered a signature song, showcasing Quinlan's storytelling.
•The band's emotionally raw lyrics resonate with fans facing personal struggles.
•While not winning major awards, they've garnered critical acclaim and a dedicated following.
•Hop Along influenced many indie bands with their unique sound and Quinlan's powerful vocals.
Locations in Lyrics
11 location references across 16 songs
Songs & Places
Texas Funeral
Texas
Texas Panhandle, TX
Permian Basin, TX
California
"Texas Funeral (TITLE)"
Horseshoe Crabs
Upstate, NY
New York City, NY
the Sound, NY
"Then he had to go back to his parent's house upstate"
Sirens
The American West
"So if you move out west it's best to keep a very close eye on your kids and pets"
Somewhere a Judge
Arkansas
"A shelf life of reason, is that what this was, oh Arkansas?"
Well-dressed
Louisiana
"Louisiana, my disordered road always led straight back into you"