Get Scared

Get Scared
Company type	Band
Industry	Music
Founded	2008 in Layton, Utah, United States
Headquarters	Layton, United States
Products	Music albums, EPs, singles

Get Scared is a post-hardcore group originating from Layton, Utah, established in 2008. Their initial EP, Cheap Tricks and Theatrics, was self-released in 2009, followed by a second self-titled EP in 2010. Their first full-length album, Best Kind of Mess, debuted in July 2011. After lead vocalist Nicholas Matthews departed to join Blacklisted Me, the band quietly issued Cheap Tricks and Theatrics B-Sides in December 2011 without any prior notice. Joel Faviere stepped in as the new frontman toward the end of 2011. The band's third EP—and first featuring Faviere—Built for Blame, Laced With Shame was released in 2012; however, Faviere was dismissed a few months later when Matthews returned. Following this reunion, Get Scared signed with Fearless Records and launched their sophomore album, Everyone's Out to Get Me, in 2013. Their third studio effort, Demons (2015), marked a stylistic shift from post-hardcore to metalcore. The fourth album, The Dead Days (2019), came out during a hiatus period; subsequently, Matthews confirmed the band's dissolution due to internal disagreements. Although a reunion was announced in 2022, initial efforts did not materialize; by 2025, they disclosed ongoing progress on new material.

Formation years, Best Kind of Mess and Built for Blame, Laced With Shame (2008–2013)

Prior to forming Get Scared, members Nicholas Matthews, Johnny Braddock, Bradley Iverson, and Warren Wilcock were active in separate musical projects. They united to independently release their debut EP, Cheap Tricks and Theatrics. During the summer of 2010, the band participated in Hot Topic's Sacred Ceremony tour alongside Black Veil Brides and Vampires Everywhere!, significantly increasing their visibility. Early 2011 saw them join The Dead Masquerade Tour with acts such as Escape the Fate, Alesana, Drive A, and Motionless in White, followed by supporting Aiden on their headlining tour with multiple opening bands.

On July 12, 2011, Get Scared unveiled their first full-length album Best Kind of Mess under Universal Motown Records. This record included reimagined versions of "Setting Yourself Up for Sarcasm" and "If She Only Knew Voodoo Like I Do," retitled as "Sarcasm" and "Voodoo," respectively; notably, "Sarcasm" featured guest vocals from Craig Mabbit of Escape the Fate. To promote the album, they joined the Fuck You All Tour with Dr. Acula and Girl On Fire.

Unexpectedly, on November 30, 2011, Matthews left the group to pursue opportunities with Blacklisted Me. This led to a pause in touring while the band searched for a replacement vocalist. By December 28, Joel Faviere—formerly part of Dear Chandelier—was informally revealed as the new singer through social media clues before being officially confirmed. In September 2012, guitarist Adam Virostko joined during The Pizza Party Tour and became a permanent member later that year.

Faviere's period as frontman was short-lived; Matthews rejoined on November 19, 2012. Only one EP emerged during Faviere’s tenure: Built for Blame, Laced With Shame.

Everyone's Out To Get Me (2013–2014)

On June 5, 2013, Get Scared announced their signing with Fearless Records along with plans for their second studio album slated for release later that year. On June 21, they premiered the track "At My Worst" on YouTube. Another song titled "For You" surfaced prematurely on Twitter before any official album details were shared and was later confirmed to be part of the upcoming release.

The band disclosed the album title as Everyone's Out To Get Me on September 18, setting its release date for November 11 through Fearless Records. Alongside this announcement came the track listing and a preview snippet of "Told Ya So". The complete version of this song was made available on September 24.

On January 1, 2014, Fearless Records revealed that Get Scared would contribute to the compilation Punk Goes 90s Vol. 2 with their rendition of Lit’s "My Own Worst Enemy".

Demons, The Dead Days and Hiatus (2015–2019)

On September 3, 2015, the group revealed their third full-length album, Demons, accompanied by the lead track "Buried Alive". Prior to the album's release on October 30, singles "Suffer" and "R.I.P." were also unveiled. To support Demons, Get Scared participated in New Years Day's The Other Side Tour and joined most dates of I See Stars' Light In The Cave Tour during late 2015 and early 2016. Additionally, they led a brief tour across Mexico and appeared at various festivals in both Japan and Texas.

In November 2017, Get Scared commenced recording sessions with producer Kris Crummett for their fourth studio effort, originally slated for a 2018 release but subsequently postponed. On January 9, 2019, guitarist Johnny Braddock announced a temporary pause as vocalist Nicholas Matthews focused on recovering from heroin addiction. Shortly after, Matthews declared his exit from the band.

Braddock later confirmed on April 10, 2019, that The Dead Days would be released on April 19. On September 15, Matthews publicly confirmed the band's disbandment via a video message, citing internal disagreements. He accused Braddock of seizing control over all band social media accounts and using them to promote his solo ventures without consulting other members, effectively dissolving Get Scared while capitalizing on its established reputation. Matthews stressed that his repeated efforts to communicate with Braddock were ignored, underscoring significant disputes regarding the band's direction.

Reunion (2022–present)

On April 1, 2022, hints of a reunion surfaced through posts on Get Scared’s official Facebook and YouTube channels.

Later, on October 21, 2022, Matthews shared an Instagram message implying the definitive conclusion of Get Scared:

Nonetheless, rhythm guitarist Adam Virostko disclosed on January 1, 2025, that the band had been crafting new material over several years and that discussions among members were ongoing. Following a teaser of fresh content on Instagram on March 4, they announced a reunion show scheduled for October 3, 2025, at the Aftershock Festival.

Joel Faviere Controversy

On February 15, 2017, former frontman Joel Faviere—featured on the EP Built for Blame, Laced with Shame—was apprehended during an undercover operation targeting child pornography. The band publicly denounced his conduct, stating that his short period with them had "damaged the very reputation we dedicated nine years to building," and urged fans to contribute to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children.

Faviere received a prison sentence of twelve years on May 11, 2018, and is currently incarcerated at Blackwater River Correctional Facility.

Members

Current lineup

Nicholas Matthews – lead vocals (2008–2011, 2012–2019, 2022–present)
Johnny Braddock – lead guitar, backing vocals (2008–2019, 2022–present), bass (2008–2012)
Bradley "Lloyd" Iverson – bass, backing vocals (2008–2019, 2022–present), rhythm guitar (2008–2012)
Dan Juarez – drums, percussion (2009–2019, 2022–present)
Adam Virostko – rhythm guitar (2012–2019, 2022–present)

Former members

Warren Wilcock – drums, percussion (2008–2009)
Joel Faviere – lead vocals (2011–2012)

Touring musicians

Logan V – bass (2009)
TJ Bell – bass (2011–2012)
Matthew Nanes – bass (2025)

Timeline

Discography

Studio Albums

Best Kind of Mess (2011)
Everyone's Out to Get Me (2013)
Demons (2015)
The Dead Days (2019)

EPs

Cheap Tricks and Theatrics (2009)
Get Scared (2010)
Cheap Tricks and Theatrics: B-Sides (2011)
Built for Blame, Laced with Shame (2012)

Singles

"Sarcasm" (2011)
"Fail" (2011)
"Whore" (2011)
"Cynical Skin" (2012)
"Built for Blame" (2012)
"Don't You Dare Forget the Sun" (2012)
"At My Worst" (2013)
"Told Ya So" (2013)
"Badly Broken" (2013)
"My Own Worst Enemy" (2014)
"Buried Alive" (2015)
"Suffer" (2015)
"R.I.P" (2015)

Music Videos

"If Only She Knew Voodoo Like I Do" (2009)
"Sarcasm" (2011)
"Don't You Dare Forget The Sun" (2012)
"Badly Broken" (2013)
"Buried Alive" (2015)
"Suffer" (2015)
"R.I.P" (2016)

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