Eve 6

Eve 6

Company type	Band
Industry	Music
Founded	1995
Headquarters	Southern California , United States
Products	Music albums, singles, EPs
Website	eve6.com

Eve 6 is a rock ensemble originating from Southern California, established in 1995, recognized for their popular tracks "Inside Out" and "Here's to the Night". Following their split in 2004, the group resumed touring in 2007 with a revamped lineup, then fully reunited with the founding members in 2011. That same year, they inked a deal with Fearless Records and launched their fourth studio album, Speak in Code, which included singles like "Victoria" and "Curtain" released in 2012. The band later unveiled the EP Grim Value in 2021 and followed it with the full album Hyper Relevisation in 2022 under Velocity Records. Their sixth album, Dream Fist, was independently released in 2024.

Origins and Early Years (1995–2004)

The band’s original roster featured Max Collins on bass and lead vocals, Jon Siebels handling guitar and backing vocals, and Nick Meyers on drums. Initially performing under the names Yakoo and then Eleventeen, they secured an RCA recording contract while still attending high school. After producing an unreleased EP as Eleventeen, drummer Meyers was succeeded by Tony Fagenson.

The name Eve 6 was inspired by an episode of The X-Files featuring a character named "Eve 6," a suggestion made by Fagenson, who was an avid viewer of the series.

Their debut self-titled album released in 1998 achieved platinum certification, propelled by hits such as "Inside Out," which topped Modern Rock charts and received extensive airplay on MTV. Their sophomore effort, Horrorscope (2000), attained gold status and included singles like "Promise" along with the Top 40 charting "Here's to the Night."

Eve 6 made appearances on prominent television programs including The Tonight Show, Late Show with David Letterman, and Jimmy Kimmel Live!, while enjoying substantial rotation on MTV. Their third record, It's All in Your Head (2003), featured the Modern Rock top ten track "Think Twice" but also marked their departure from RCA Records. Exhaustion from early success combined with personal difficulties led them to announce an indefinite break in 2004.

Reflecting on that era, Collins remarked: "There were incredible moments... but I needed to quit drinking. To do so, everything had to fall apart first."

Hiatus Period (2004–2007)

Due to disappointing sales of It's All in Your Head, Eve 6 was dropped by RCA. The band declared their disbandment and performed their final concert on July 15, 2004, in St. Louis. Collins briefly engaged with a project named Brotherhood of Lost Dogs before partnering again with Fagenson to form The Sugi Tap, producing demos and playing regionally throughout 2006. Additionally, they contributed writing and production for other musicians, including Puddle of Mudd's "We Don't Have to Look Back Now". Fagenson has expressed that these side ventures sparked fresh musical ideas that later influenced Eve 6’s style upon their reformation.

Comeback Phase (2007–2012)

On October 1, 2007, following performances as The Sugi Tap, it was announced that Eve 6—now composed of Collins, Fagenson, and new guitarist Matt Bair—would resume touring activities, placing The Sugi Tap on hold indefinitely.

From 2008 onward, Collins and Fagenson toured extensively under the Eve 6 name with Bair temporarily filling Siebels’ role while Siebels concentrated on his project Monsters Are Waiting. After three years dedicated to touring and songwriting, the band signed with Fearless Records in 2011. Soon after this signing, Siebels rejoined the group. He explained that his return was prompted by fan interest and his strong bond with the band. Fagenson noted that Siebels’ unique guitar approach breathed new life into songs developed during his absence.

Eve 6 collaborated once again with producer Don Gilmore—known for work with Linkin Park, Dashboard Confessional, and Good Charlotte—who had produced their first two albums, to create Speak in Code. This record merged older compositions from side projects with newer material inspired by Siebels’ comeback. According to Fagenson, the process involved selecting standout demos accumulated over several years alongside fresh creative input. Gilmore played a crucial role in honing their sound and encouraging more profound lyricism. Collins highlighted Gilmore’s influence as both a respected musician and trusted producer throughout the project.

Speak in Code (2012–2020)

Eve 6 unveiled their fourth studio album, Speak in Code, on April 24, 2012. This release included singles such as "Victoria" and "Curtain," with "Victoria" receiving considerable airplay on Modern Rock radio stations. Both singles were accompanied by music videos that premiered on digital outlets like Vevo and Music Choice. Throughout 2012, the band embarked on an extensive tour to promote the album, sharing stages with acts like The All-American Rejects and Everclear, as well as conducting a headline tour across the United States. The lead single "Lost & Found" was introduced three months prior to the album’s launch.

Max Collins, the band's vocalist and bassist, remarked, "This is the strongest collection of songs we've ever had on one record," emphasizing the album’s focused songwriting and dynamic energy. He discussed themes of frustration and personal struggles that permeate the work, noting that the album title Speak in Code originates from a lyric in "Curtain," symbolizing sentiments of vulnerability and sobriety.

Additionally, the band revealed plans for a vinyl edition of their debut album Eve 6 on December 9.

On April 7, 2018, drummer Tony Fagenson parted ways with Eve 6. Subsequently, Ben Hilzinger joined as the new drummer; he previously played with Beautiful Ben and the Unmistakable Stems and also performs with Fitness, which features Max Collins and Kenny Carkeet (formerly of AWOLNATION).

Grim Value, Hyper Relevisation and Dream Fist (2021–present)

On February 4, 2021, Eve 6 released a music video for "Black Nova" while announcing their upcoming EP Grim Value, scheduled for release on June 25, 2021 via Velocity Records. Shortly after, on February 19, they issued the single "You Were Right," a collaboration with Bass Drum of Death. The band also streamed a live performance debuting the track "Can We Combine," followed by its official music video release. Further visuals from the EP included "I Wanna Bite Your Face" in August and a cover of Operation Ivy (band)'s "Sound System," featuring We Are The Union, which premiered at Riot Fest in October. Other releases during this period were "Good For You (Better Version)" in October and the December single "Androgyne Friend." Collins disclosed intentions to release new tracks monthly ahead of their self-produced fifth studio album, Hyper Relevisation, set for late next year under Velocity Records. The single "Get You" was made available on January 5, 2022.

In February 2022, Eve 6 aligned with Neil Young’s protest against Spotify’s business model over inadequate artist compensation. The band modified their Spotify profile banner to read "DELETE SPOTIFY" and launched the protest track "Revolushow," distributing it exclusively through Tidal and other platforms excluding Spotify and Amazon.

On February 9, they announced the Extreme Wealth Tour featuring We Are the Union, Field Medic, and comedian Jake Flores.

On August 10, Eve 6 revealed details about their fifth album Hyper Relevisation, slated for release on September 23, 2022. Alongside this announcement came the album artwork, track listing, and lead single "Mr. Darkside." Pre-orders were made available through Velocity Records.

Beginning in 2023, Eve 6 initiated a Patreon page to share new music, cover songs, and written essays directly with fans. On September 24, 2024, they announced their sixth studio album titled Dream Fist, which officially launched on October 4, 2024.

Twitter presence

In December 2020, various media sources recognized Max Collins as the most active contributor on Eve 6's official Twitter profile. The account gained rapid popularity for its humorous internet content, including playful questions directed at celebrities about their awareness of the band's well-known track Inside Out (often referred to as "the heart in a blender song"). Collins' tweets offered sharp insights into 1990s alternative rock culture and commentary on fellow musicians, resulting in him being dubbed the "new king of Twitter," a distinction that set him apart favorably from other artists' social media strategies.

Members of the band

Current lineup

• Max Collins – bass guitar, lead vocals (1995–2004, 2007–present)
• Jon Siebels – guitar, backing vocals (1995–2004, 2011–present)
• Ben Hilzinger – percussion, drums (2018–present)

Touring personnel

• Gabe Witcher – bass, backing vocals (2000–2001)
• JJ Bannasch – bass, backing vocals (2003–2004)

Past members

• Nick Meyers – drums, percussion (1995–1996)
• Tony Fagenson – drums, percussion, backing vocals, keyboards, programming (1996–2004, 2007–2018)
• Matt Bair – guitar, backing vocals (2007–2011)

Band timeline

Albums

• Eve 6 (1998)
• Horrorscope (2000)
• It's All in Your Head (2003)
• Speak in Code (2012)
• Hyper Relevisation (2022)
• Dream Fist (2024)

External links

• Official Eve 6 website
• August 2003 interview with Jon Siebels on It's All About the Music