Bionic Buzz® interviewed vocalist Nick Trask and guitarist Brian Joyce from the New Jersey pop punk/emo band Major League over Zoom. Reuniting for the first time since their 2016 breakup, the band is celebrating the 15th anniversary of their debut album The Truth Is… with its first-ever vinyl pressing. Joined by special co-host DJ Rossstar, we talked about what brought them back together, life since the band split, their passion for music, unexpected adventures like farming, and more.
Major League is a New Jersey-based rock band that rose to prominence in the early 2010s with a heartfelt mix of pop punk and emo. Formed in 2009 by guitarist Brian Joyce and fronted by original vocalist Nick Trask, the band quickly became known for their relentless DIY ethic—self-booking shows, hitting the road nonstop, and building a passionate fanbase from the ground up. Their early releases, including The Truth Is… and Variables, struck a chord with listeners for their sincerity and urgency, with tracks like “From States Away” and “Seasons” becoming staples of the scene.
Their 2012 debut full-length Hard Feelings, released on No Sleep Records, captured the emotion and energy that defined a generation of fans growing up in the era of Tumblr, VFW shows, and cross-country tours in beat-up vans. In early 2014, founding vocalist Nick Trask parted ways with the band, with Brian Joyce stepping in to take over lead vocals. That year, the band released There’s Nothing Wrong With Me—a more introspective, emotionally driven follow-up that marked a new chapter for Major League while preserving the core of their sound.
With extensive touring across the U.S., UK, Europe, and Japan alongside bands like Senses Fail, Funeral For A Friend, Mayday Parade, The Starting Line, and Turnover – Major League solidified their status as a defining voice in the modern emo and pop punk scenes.
After disbanding in 2016 following a heartfelt farewell tour, the band’s music continued to resonate with longtime fans and new listeners alike. In 2025, after a wave of cryptic teasers and online speculation, Major League is officially confirming their return—reuniting with their original lineup, with Nick Trask once again stepping up to front the band.
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Interview and video edited by Steve Sievers of Bionic Buzz®
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