Avenue Beat
| Company type | Vocal trio |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Headquarters | Nashville , United States |
| Products | Music albums, singles, extended plays |
Avenue Beat was a female vocal trio originating from Quincy, Illinois, composed of Sami Bearden, Savana Santos, and Sam Backoff. Childhood friends Backoff and Santos connected with Bearden during a high school theater camp. Eventually, the group established their base in Nashville. They secured recording contracts with The Valory Music Co. and Tape Room Records. In September 2021, Bearden departed to explore other pursuits. Subsequently, on October 15, 2021, the band officially dissolved following the release of their sole album, The Debut Farewell Album. Santos and Backoff expressed that their decision to disband was made in support of Bearden’s choice.
Career
Avenue Beat introduced themselves with a self-titled EP on July 26, 2019, which featured "Ruin That for Me" as the lead track. The EP’s production involved lead vocalist Savana Santos collaborating with producer David Garcia and songwriter Ashley Gorley. On May 22, 2020, they released the single "I Don't Really Like Your Boyfriend." Their TikTok clip titled "Lowkey Fuck 2020" gained viral status, amassing over 11 million views and prompting the release of the single "F2020" on July 10, 2020.
Their only full-length album, The Debut Farewell Album, arrived on October 15, 2021. This record narrates their journey including hits like "F2020," alongside other singles and compositions created throughout their tenure. The album features an interlude addressing Bearden’s exit and finishes with three tracks that reflect on the group’s conclusion. The last single released was "This Is Goodbye" on September 24, 2021, coinciding with the announcement of their split. Santos clarified that Bearden’s departure was the catalyst for ending the band as they wished to honor her decision.
Following the breakup, Savana Santos embarked on a solo path, unveiling her debut album 1 on October 27, 2023. Likewise, Sam Backoff also initiated an individual music career after the group’s disbandment.
Albums
- The Debut Farewell Album (October 15, 2021)
Extended plays
- Avenue Beat (July 26, 2019)
- The Quarantine Covers (April 24, 2020)
Singles
- "Delight" (July 26, 2019)
- "Ruin That for Me" (October 23, 2019)
- "Thank You Anxiety" (April 10, 2020)
- "I Don't Really Like Your Boyfriend" (May 22, 2020)
- "F2020" (July 10, 2020)
- "Woman" (January 15, 2021)
- "This Is Goodbye" (September 24, 2021)