Coming straight out of Long Beach roots and now repping Huntington Park, Taz Russo is the electrifying voice behind Villains—a band bringing raw energy back to the forefront of modern rock. With influences ranging from Fall Out Boy to Incubus and Sublime, Taz channels a sound that feels nostalgic yet refreshingly unpredictable.
Villains doesn’t just make music—they create moments. Their style lives in the space of stadium rock: loud, anthemic, and built around unforgettable hooks that hit just as hard in a packed venue as they do through your headphones. What makes their process special is how natural it all feels. In a matter of minutes, loose ideas turn into nearly complete songs, each member adding their own flavor to the mix. That chemistry translates into a sound that refuses to be boxed in.
Their upcoming project Bad Kid captures the chaos and beauty of youth—sneaking out, falling in love, and living fast with no apologies. It’s a soundtrack for growing pains wrapped in distortion and adrenaline. Beneath the high-energy delivery, there’s a deeper message: life can be messy and unforgiving, but you might as well enjoy the ride anyway.
Taz’s journey hasn’t been without milestones. Performing out of state for the first time at the Punk Museum in Las Vegas marked a defining moment for Villains—a sign that their reach is expanding beyond their city. And while collaborations have been rare, every opportunity—like sharing the stage with Thing of Twins—adds another layer to their evolving story.
Driven by real-life struggles and a passion for self-expression, Taz stays grounded in authenticity. Every lyric carries a piece of truth, even when it’s wrapped in bold storytelling. Looking ahead, the vision is clear: massive festivals, sold-out arenas, and a legacy that leaves Villains etched into rock history.
At its core, the mission is simple—help people escape, even if just for a few minutes. Turn the volume up, forget the stress, and live in the moment.
Check out their new single: https://open.spotify.com/artist/10100f4j1RtUVjTMOZB0sn?si=3eQMWibMSx2I6Z7e1YaLOg
Follow them on Instagram: @villains.officiall
