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Pvris (pronounced "Paris" and stylized PVRIS) is an American pop rock band formed in Lowell, Massachusetts in 2012. Following several lineup changes, the band is now composed solely of frontwoman Lynn Gunn.

Key Information

Pvris has released four studio LPs: White Noise (2014) featuring the hits "You and I", and "My House", All We Know of Heaven, All We Need of Hell (2017) featuring "What's Wrong", Use Me (2020) featuring "Hallucinations", and Evergreen (2023) featuring "Goddess".

History

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Formation and early releases (2009–2014)

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The act was formed as a band in Lowell, Massachusetts,[1] in 2009[2] under the name Operation Guillotine.[3] They were originally a metalcore band,[3] consisting of five members,[1] with Kyle Anthony performing lead vocals.[3] Their line-up soon changed to vocalist/guitarist Lynn Gunn (born Lyndsey Gunnulfsen), guitarist Alex Babinski, bassist Brian Macdonald,[4] and drummer Brad Griffin.[2] On March 26, 2013, Pvris released their self-titled EP.[5] The sound was described as post-hardcore.[6] They played sporadic shows through the Spring, including a mini-tour with Love, Robot.

During the summer of 2013, the band played a week on Ernie Ball's Battle of the Bands stage at Warped Tour after winning a contest.[1] On July 18, it was announced that they had signed with Tragic Hero Records, though it was short-lived.[7] It was also during this time, on July 26, that the band officially changed their name from 'Paris' to 'Pvris', citing legal reasons.[8] The band went on The Rise Up Tour supporting A Skylit Drive[9] in September and October.[10] Shortly after the end of the tour, they parted ways with their drummer Brad Griffin, and continued as a trio. Pvris began teasing fans that they would soon be hitting the studio to write and record new material around this time. That recording process began in December when Pvris entered the studio with Blake Harnage of Versa. On February 7, 2014, they officially announced that they were a part of an Acoustic 4 Way Split with A Loss For Words, Wind in Sails and After Tonight which was set to release on April 1, 2014. Coinciding with the release of their Acoustic EP, Pvris joined A Loss For Words, Veara, City Lights, and Moms on the fifth anniversary of The Kids Can't Lose Tour from March 29, 2014, to April 13, 2014.

White Noise (2014–2016)

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When the band went into the studio their sound changed drastically, incorporating pop and electronic elements into their music.[11] Gunn claimed this incorporation was done subconsciously.[11] In June 2014[12] it was announced the band had signed to Rise and Velocity.[1] A music video was released for "St. Patrick" on June 24,[12] and the song was also released as a single on the same day.[13] The track peaked at number 4 on the Kerrang! Rock Chart, spending over fifteen weeks in the top 20.[14] In an interview with The Huffington Post Gunn elaborated on the excitement that came with being able to release new music to the public. "We've been waiting over six months to release anything... It feels incredible to finally unleash it to the world. So many more people are into it than we even imagined!"[15] The band played two weeks on the Battle of the Bands stage at Warped Tour.[1] During their time spent on Warped Tour The Huffington Post released a second article listing them as one of "18 Artists You Need To Know Halfway Through 2014". "Lynn Gunn is a force that cannot be denied, redolently poignant in both her most excitable and serene vocalizations. The first female-led signing of Rise Records, a label that has almost implausibly made metalcore music equally accessible and desirable, the label may have just made its smartest acquisition yet."[16]

Pvris members Brian MacDonald, Lynn Gunn, and Alex Babinski in 2015

The band supported Mayday Parade in October and November[17] on their The Honeymoon Tour.[18] In early September, the band supported Emarosa on the Up Close and Personal tour.[19] Pvris also joined the Ice Grills 2014 Tour in Japan from September 16, 2014, to September 21, 2014. The tour featured Lyndsey and Brian playing with A Loss For Words, State Champs, as well as Pvris providing acoustic support. On September 22, 2014, Pvris announced their debut album "White Noise" due for release on November 4, 2014. The following day, Pvris released a music video for "My House". On October 6, 2014, Pvris released "The Empty Room Sessions" of My House. On October 16, 2014, Pvris released the self-titled track "White Noise" off of their upcoming debut album. On November 10, 2014, it was announced that Pvris would be supporting Pierce the Veil and Sleeping with Sirens on the second leg of their World Tour, and Mallory Knox will also be supporting them. The tour runs from January 23 to March 4, starting in San Diego and ending in Oklahoma City.[20] On March 25, 2015, Pvris released the official video for 'White Noise'.[21]

On June 11, 2015, Pvris won the Relentless Kerrang! Awards 2015 for Best International Newcomer.[22] On June 22, 2015, Pvris released their cover of "Chandelier" by Sia off Punk Goes Pop 6's deluxe edition. On July 2, 2015, Pvris released the official music video for "Holy". On July 21, 2015, Pvris released the official music video for "Fire". The following day, at the Alternative Press Music Awards, they took home the award for Breakthrough Band.[23] The band supported Bring Me the Horizon in the U.S. in October,[24] then supported them the following month in the UK.[25] In February and March, the band supported Fall Out Boy on their tour of the U.S.[26] On January 5, 2016, Pvris made their network television debut by performing "My House" and "White Noise" on Jimmy Kimmel Live!.[27]

On February 17, 2016, the band premiered a new song, titled "You and I" on Radio 104.5.[28] The song was released on February 22, along with a music video, and is featured on a deluxe edition of White Noise, released April 22. The deluxe album also included a stripped version of "You and I", as well as a new track "Empty".

On May 11, 2016, Pvris set out on their first American headlining tour,[29] which wrapped up on June 10. It was announced that the band will be playing at Chicago's Lollapolooza for the first time on July 29, 2016.[30]

All We Know of Heaven, All We Need of Hell (2016–2018)

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On July 27, 2016, Lynn Gunn posted a photo on her Twitter showing 45 songs that had been written for album 2.[31][non-primary source needed] Pvris played their last show of 2016 at Summer Sonic Osaka on August 21.[32][33] After this they went to the city of Utica in upstate New York to record their second album in a supposedly haunted church turned record studio.[34] On February 13, 2017, Pvris confirmed on a post on their Facebook page that album 2 was done being recorded.[35][non-primary source needed] On February 17, 2017, Pvris updated all of their social media platforms with a new theme as well as a post with the Roman numerals "II XX XVII" or 2 20 17.[36][non-primary source needed] On February 20 they announced a small European tour.[37][non-primary source needed] Lynn Gunn then proceeded to tweet out, "Oh my loves, can't you see? The new era has just begun."[38][non-primary source needed] She also confirmed that fans would get to hear some new songs on the European tour.

On April 30, 2017, Pvris premiered their new single "Heaven" from their upcoming album on BBC's Radio 1 Rock Show.[39] On May 1, All We Know of Heaven, All We Need of Hell was announced for release on August 4.[40] On May 4 and 5, 2017, Pvris performed in London as a part of their European tour and previewed the song "Half" for the first time as a part of their new album. On June 13, Pvris premiered their latest single "What's Wrong" on Annie Mac's BBC Radio 1 show as another addition to the AWKOHAWNOH album.

Pvris released a remix of The Aces' single "Last One" on April 26, 2019.[41]

Hallucinations, Warner/Reprise Records, Use Me, and Babinski's departure (2019–2021)

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Lynn Gunn in September 2021

The band signed to Reprise/Warner Records after being with Rise, and on July 12, 2019, they released a new single "Death of Me", and an accompanying music video, as their lead single from their EP, Hallucinations.[42] The track debuted at number 1 on the Kerrang Rock Chart.[43]

On August 16, 2019 the band released the song/video "Hallucinations" as their second single, which saw the band continue their progression towards a more dance/EDM influenced sound.[44] In the week leading up to the release of the single, the band sent exclusive vinyl copies of the single to their fans. Frontwoman Lynn Gunn later stated on Twitter that those vinyls were a limited edition of only 500 copies.[45][46] The track saw commercial and critical success, charting for several weeks on Billboard's Alternative Airplay charts, peaking at No. 35.

On October 19, 2019, they announced on social media that a five-track EP, Hallucinations, would be released on October 25, 2019.[47] On January 8, 2020 it was announced that they would join Halsey on her Manic World Tour, which ended up being postponed indefinitely due to COVID-19.[48]

On March 4, 2020, through some teasing links via their social media channels, they announced their third album, Use Me.[49] On March 4, 2020 the band released "Dead Weight" as the first single from Use Me, and announced a May 1 release date for the album.[50] "Dead Weight" premiered on Annie Mac's BBC Radio 1 show as the "Hottest Record in the World".[51] K. Flay collaborated on the single, which was described as dark pop.[52] The music video for "Dead Weight" was filmed in Milan, Italy.[53] On April 8, 2020, the band announced that the release of Use Me had been delayed to July 10, 2020,[54] and on July 2 the band announced a further delay to August 28, 2020.[55] A deluxe edition of the album was released on October 22, 2020.

On August 26, 2020, the band announced that guitarist Alex Babinski was no longer in the band due to sexual misconduct allegations.[56] Babinski released a statement shortly after, strongly denying the allegations while stating he would take legal action, but stated that he understood the decision made by Gunn and MacDonald.[57] Said accusations were later dropped in 2023 when the accuser recanted their statement; neither Gunn or MacDonald have publicly commented further.[58]

In late July, Pvris began teasing their forthcoming single with a cryptic website sweatblvvdtears.com, containing ten Roman numerals that incrementally revealed symbols and clues pertaining to the song and its release. On July 28, the single artwork was revealed at the Pere Lachaise cemetery in Paris, France, ahead of the single's official release on July 30. The music video, directed by Katharine White in Los Angeles, premiered on August 5 via YouTube.

Evergreen (2022–present)

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On October 10, 2022, Pvris began teasing their next two singles on Twitter. Each day leading up to the songs' release on October 20, 2022, the band has posted a link to pre-save the singles on different music platforms.[59] The new tracks were accompanied by a short film directed by Jax Anderson and Lynn Gunn, which premiered on Youtube.[60]

On March 30, 2023, Pvris announced that their fourth album Evergreen would be released on July 14, 2023.[61]

On October 18, 2024, Pvris released their fourth EP F.I.L.T.H..[62]

Musical style

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AllMusic biographer wrote in 2015 that the group "blend[s] dreamy electronica with dark, beat-heavy rock".[4] Rob Sayce of Rock Sound described their sound as a combined mixture of "dark electro-pop and stadium-sized rock".[63] Metro described them as an alternative rock act that fused "electro-pop backdrops with rhythm-driven dark rock music".[64] Their debut EP has been described as post-hardcore.[65] White Noise has been described as electropop,[66] pop,[65] post-hardcore,[65] psychedelic,[67] and synth-pop.[68] Their 2019 EP Hallucinations has been described as EDM,[69] alternative rock,[70] alt-pop,[71] pop rock,[72] electronic rock,[73] and synth-pop.[74]

Band members

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Current[75]

  • Lynn Gunn – vocals, rhythm guitar, keyboards, piano, synthesizers, programming (2009–present), drums (2013–present), lead guitar (2020–present), bass (2023–present)
  • Brian MacDonald – bass, keyboards (full time: 2009–2023), (touring: 2023–present)

Former

  • Kyle Anthony – unclean vocals (2009–2012)
  • Brad Griffin – drums, backing vocals (2009–2013)
  • Alex Babinski – lead guitar, keyboards (2009–2020)

Touring


Timeline

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Discography

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Studio albums

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List of studio albums
Title Album details Peak chart positions Sales Certifications
(sales threshold)
US
[78]
US
Alt.

[79]
AUS
[80]
UK
[81]
White Noise 88 6 55
All We Know of Heaven, All We Need of Hell
  • Released: August 25, 2017[40]
  • Label: Rise
  • Format: CD, LP, cassette, digital download, streaming
41 3 12 4
Use Me
  • Released: August 28, 2020[86]
  • Label: Warner
  • Format: CD, LP, cassette, digital download, streaming
155 36 14
Evergreen
  • Released: July 14, 2023[87]
  • Label: Hopeless
  • Format: CD, LP, cassette, digital download, streaming
25

Extended plays

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List of extended plays
Title Extended play details
Paris
  • Released: March 26, 2013[5]
  • Label: Self-released
  • Format: CD, DL
Acoustic
  • Released: April 1, 2014[88]
  • Label: Self-released
  • Format: CS, DL, 10" vinyl
Hallucinations
F.I.L.T.H.
  • Released: October 18, 2024
  • Label: Hopeless
  • Format: CD, CS, DL, LP

Singles

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List of singles, showing year released and album name
Title Year Peak chart positions Album
US
Alt.

[90]
US
Rock

[91]
US Hard Digi.
"St. Patrick" 2014 White Noise
"My House"
"White Noise"[92]
"Holy" 2015
"Fire"[93]
"You and I"[94] 2016 40 37
"Heaven" 2017 21 All We Know of Heaven, All We Need of Hell
"What's Wrong"
"Anyone Else"
"Same Soul"
"Death of Me"[95] 2019 Hallucinations & Use Me
"Hallucinations" 35 25
"Old Wounds"
"Dead Weight" 2020 Use Me
"Gimme a Minute"
"Thank You"
(featuring Raye)
"Sacrificial"
(with Rezz)
2021 Spiral
"Monster" Non-album singles
"My Way"
"Animal" 2022 Evergreen
"Anywhere but Here"
"Goddess" 2023
"Good Enemy"
"Love Is a…"
"Evergreen"
"Burn the Witch"
(with Tommy Genesis and Alice Longyu Gao)[96]
2024 F.I.L.T.H
"Girl$" (with Stand Atlantic and Bruses) Was Here
"Oil & Water" F.I.L.T.H
"The Blob"
(with Lights)

Promotional singles

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List of promotional singles, showing year released and album name
Title Year Album
"Half" 2017 All We Know of Heaven, All We Need of Hell
"Winter"

Other charted songs

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List of singles, with selected chart positions, showing year released, and album name
Title Year Peak chart positions Album
US
Rock

"In These Walls (My House)"
Machine Gun Kelly (featuring Pvris)
2022 49 Lockdown Sessions

Other songs

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List of other songs, showing year released and album name
Title Year Album
"Gemini" (featuring Kyle Anthony) 2012 non-album song
"Rain" (Love, Robot featuring Pvris) 2013
"Follow"
"Chandelier" 2014 Punk Goes Pop Vol. 6
"Obsessed" (TBMA featuring Pvris) non-album song
"Lose Myself" (Seven Lions featuring Pvris) 2015 The Throes of Winter
"Fire That Burns" (Circa Waves featuring Pvris) 2017 Different Creatures
"Are You Ten Years Ago" The Con X: Covers
"Disappear" (Tonight Alive featuring Pvris) 2018 Underworld
"Hallucinations" (Acoustic) 2020 non-album song
"alive" (guardin featuring Pvris)
"Numb" (Kiiara featuring DeathbyRomy and Pvris) lil kiiwi
"Can't Get Me High" (Jax Anderson featuring Pvris) 2021 Songs For Every Condition
"Burn It All Down" (with League of Legends) non-album song
"Wicked" (with Milkblood) 2022 Dream Slow
"Maybe You Saved Me"[97] Apocalypse Whenever (Deluxe Edition)
"Vultures" (Misterwives featuring Pvris) 2024 Nosebleeds: Encore

Music videos

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Title Year Director Ref.
"The Heartless"(featuring Josh Herzer) 2012 [98]
"St. Patrick" 2014 Raúl Gonzo [99]
"St. Patrick" (The Empty Room Sessions) Alexa San Roman/Ego Alley Productions [100]
"My House" Raúl Gonzo [101]
"My House" (The Empty Room Sessions) Alexa San Roman/Ego Alley Productions [102]
"White Noise" (The Empty Room Sessions) [103]
"Eyelids" (The Empty Room Sessions) [104]
"Holy" (The Empty Room Sessions) 2015 Alexa San Roman [105]
"White Noise" Raúl Gonzo [106]
"Chandelier" Alexa San Roman [107]
"Holy" Raúl Gonzo [108]
"Fire" [109]
"Smoke" 2016 [104]
"Ghosts/Let Them In" [110]
"Eyelids" [111]
"Mirrors" [112]
"You And I" [113]
"All We Know of Heaven, All We Need of Hell" 2017 Raúl Gonzo and Lyndsey Gunnulfsen [114]
"Heaven" [115]
"What's Wrong" [116]
"Half (Visualette)" [117]
"Winter (Visualette)" [118]
"Anyone Else" [119]
"Death of Me" 2019 Katharine White [120]
"Hallucinations" YHELLOW [121]
"Old Wounds" [122]
"Dead Weight" 2020 Lorenzo Diego Carrera [50]
"Gimme a Minute" [123]
"Use Me" (featuring 070 Shake) Griffin Stoddard [124]
"Monster" 2021 Katharine White [125]
"My Way" [126]
"Anywhere But Here"/"Animal" 2022 Jax Anderson and Lyndsey Gunnulfsen [127]
"Goddess" 2023 Jax Anderson and Lyndsey Gunnulfsen [128]
"I Don't Wanna Do This Anymore" Lyndsey Gunnulfsen and Jax Anderson [129]
"Burn the Witch" 2024 Cole Santiago [130]

Awards and nominations

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Rock Sound Awards

Year Recipient/work Award Result Ref.
2017 Pvris Artist of the Year Won [131]
2018 Lynn Gunn Rock Sound Icon Won [132]

Alternative Press Music Awards

Year Recipient/work Award Result Ref.
2015 Pvris Breakthrough Band Won [133]

Boston Music Awards

Year Recipient/work Award Result Ref.
2017 Pvris Artist of the Year Won [134]
2016 Pvris Artist of the Year Won [135]

AltRock Awards

Year Recipient/work Award Result Ref.
2018 Pvris (with Muse and Thirty Seconds to Mars) Tour of the Year Won [136]
Best Online Performance Nominated

Kerrang! Awards

Year Recipient/work Award Result Ref.
2015 Pvris Best International Newcomer Won [137]

References

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from Grokipedia

PVRIS (stylized as such and pronounced "Paris") is an American band formed in , in 2012. Originally established as the metalcore outfit Paris by vocalist and multi-instrumentalist Lyndsey "Lynn" Gunnulfsen alongside guitarist Alex Babinski and bassist Brian MacDonald, the group rebranded to PVRIS in 2013 due to legal conflicts over the prior name. Gunnulfsen has remained the creative core, handling vocals, guitar, keyboards, programming, and production, with the band's sound shifting from aggressive to a melodic fusion of , , and electronic elements.
The band has released four studio albums: White Noise in 2014, All We Know of Heaven, All We Need of Hell in 2017, Use Me in 2020, and in 2023. Their second album debuted at number five on the Billboard Alternative Albums chart and propelled PVRIS to the top spot on the Emerging Artists chart in 2017. marked their first number-one position on the UK Rock & Metal Albums Chart. Following Babinski's departure in 2020, PVRIS has operated primarily as Gunnulfsen's vehicle, supported by touring musicians, and continues to tour internationally, including a 2025 anniversary run for White Noise.

History

Formation and early releases (2009–2014)

PVRIS originated from the local band Operation Guillotine, formed in , in 2012 by Lyndsey Gunnulfsen (known as ), who served as vocalist and guitarist. The initial lineup included five members, with Kyle Anthony handling unclean vocals, Alex Babinski on guitar, Brad Griffin on drums and backing vocals, and one additional unnamed member. Operation Guillotine performed live but did not release any official recordings before undergoing significant changes. Following the departure of and Griffin, Gunn, Babinski, and new bassist Brian MacDonald reformed the project as , shifting toward a sound. On March 26, 2013, Paris self-released a six-track self-titled EP, featuring tracks such as "The One" and "Living Fiction," which showcased Gunn's evolving clean vocals alongside heavier elements. The band promoted the EP through sporadic local shows and a short tour with Love, Robot, while entering contests including the Battle of the Bands at later that year. Due to trademark conflicts with another act named Paris, the band officially changed its name to PVRIS—pronounced the same but stylized without vowels—on July 26, 2013. This rebranding retained the core trio of Gunn, Babinski, and MacDonald, setting the stage for their transition to a darker, synth-infused style in subsequent releases. No further material emerged until their major-label debut in 2014, as the group focused on refining their sound and building regional buzz.

White Noise breakthrough (2014–2016)

In June 2014, PVRIS signed with and its imprint Velocity Records, becoming the label's first female-fronted act. The band recorded its debut studio album, White Noise, with producer Blake Harnage, shifting from their earlier sound toward a darker pop-rock style. The album was released on November 4, 2014, via . Preceding the album, PVRIS issued singles "St. Patrick" on June 24, 2014, "My House" on September 22, 2014, and the title track "White Noise" on October 30, 2014. A music video for "White Noise" followed on March 26, 2015. Commercially, White Noise debuted at number 14 on the Billboard Top Rock Albums chart, later peaking at number 11, and reached number 88 on the Billboard 200. The single "White Noise" topped Billboard's Emerging Artists chart in 2015. By mid-2017, U.S. album sales approached 90,000 copies. Promotion included performances on the 2015 Vans Warped Tour and opening slots for acts such as Fall Out Boy and . A deluxe edition of White Noise, featuring additional tracks, was released on April 22, 2016. This period marked PVRIS's transition to wider recognition in the scene, bolstered by streaming gains exceeding 250 million U.S. plays by 2025.

All We Know of Heaven, All We Need of Hell (2016–2018)

Following the success of their debut album White Noise, PVRIS began recording their second studio album, All We Know of Heaven, All We Need of Hell, in 2016. The recording sessions took place primarily at Big Blue North in Utica, New York, and Songboi Studios in Brooklyn, New York, with production handled by Blake Harnage, who also served as engineer. The lead single, "Heaven", was released on April 30, 2017, premiering on 1's . This was followed by "What's Wrong" on June 13, 2017, and a promotional single "Half" on July 14, 2017, accompanied by a visualette. The album was released on August 25, 2017, through , featuring 10 tracks including "Heaven", "Half", "Anyone Else", "What's Wrong", and "No Mercy". It debuted at No. 5 on the Top Rock Albums chart and propelled the band to No. 1 on the Emerging Artists chart. In promotion, PVRIS conducted an extensive European tour in early 2017, where they previewed new material such as "Half". They performed over 100 shows in 2017, including festivals like Riptide Music Festival on December 3. The band headlined a North American tour in 2018, commencing February 15 in and concluding March 15 in , with support acts including . and i Prevail on select dates. Performances included major events such as Rock am Ring on June 3, 2018.

Hallucinations, Use Me, and Babinski's exit (2019–2021)

In June 2019, PVRIS signed with Warner Records. The band released their third EP, Hallucinations, on October 25, 2019, comprising five tracks including the lead single "Death of Me," issued on July 12, 2019, and the title track on August 16, 2019. The EP marked a shift toward a more pop-oriented sound, building on the electronic and alternative rock elements of prior releases. PVRIS followed with their third studio album, Use Me, on August 28, 2020, featuring 11 tracks produced under . The album included collaborations such as "Use Me" with and emphasized dark pop aesthetics with synth-driven production and themes of emotional vulnerability. Tracks like "Gimme a Minute" and "Dead Weight" were released as singles prior to the album's launch. On August 26, 2020, PVRIS announced that guitarist and keyboardist Alex Babinski would no longer be associated with the band, following allegations of made public on . The band stated they had been made aware of the claims and prioritized addressing them, with Babinski handling the matter privately. Babinski, a founding member, had contributed to the band's songwriting and across their up to that point. The group continued activities into 2021 without him, including performances such as at The Fonda Theatre on February 9, 2021.

Monster single and interim period (2021–2022)

Following the departure of guitarist Alex Babinski, PVRIS released "Monster" as a standalone single on July 30, 2021, marking the band's first new original material since the Use Me EP in 2020. The track, issued via Warner Records, features high-energy alternative rock elements with Lynn Gunn's signature vocal delivery addressing themes of inner turmoil and resilience. An official music video for "Monster" followed on August 5, 2021, directed to complement the song's intense production. The single's release coincided with the announcement of a U.S. headline tour commencing August 6, 2021, in , , at The Majestic Café, followed by dates in and other cities, allowing the band to perform "Monster" live for audiences. In October 2021, PVRIS revealed plans for a European and headline tour starting April 24, 2022, in Hamburg, Germany, extending through May with stops in major cities like and . Throughout 2022, the band maintained momentum through festival appearances, including sets at in on September 17, When We Were Young in on October 21 and 29, and other events such as the and shows. This period represented a transitional phase focused on live performances and sporadic single releases, without a new full-length until Evergreen in 2023, as PVRIS navigated lineup changes and creative development under Gunn's leadership.

Evergreen release and anniversary activities (2023–present)

PVRIS released their fourth studio album, , on July 14, 2023, via . The album, which features 12 tracks including singles "Good Enemy" and "," explores themes of duality between nature and industry, as described by frontwoman . It marked the band's return following a period of lineup changes and singles releases, with production emphasizing electronic and rock elements. Post-release, PVRIS supported Evergreen through live performances, including a full show in Los Angeles on August 27, 2023, showcasing tracks from the album alongside earlier material. The band continued touring in 2024, integrating Evergreen songs into setlists amid ongoing vocal health considerations for Gunn. In recognition of the 10th anniversary of their 2014 album White Noise, PVRIS announced dedicated anniversary shows and a tour in early 2025, starting March 13 in Atlanta, Georgia, with subsequent U.S. dates added in September 2025. These performances featured setlists heavy on White Noise tracks, such as "St. Patrick," "My House," and "Holy," alongside bonus content announcements like unreleased songs "Smoke" and others teased via social media. The tour extended into late 2025 with dates in December across venues like Roxian Theatre in McKees Rocks, Pennsylvania, on December 2.

Controversies

Alex Babinski allegations and retraction

In June 2020, Kea Romani publicly accused Alex Babinski, then-guitarist and keyboardist for PVRIS, of , including allegations of coercing a minor into sexual acts and engaging in as recently as 2017 during the band's U.S. headlining tour. The claims, disseminated via , prompted widespread scrutiny within the band's fanbase and circles amid the heightened sensitivity to such accusations during that period. On August 26, 2020—just days before the release of PVRIS's EP Use Me, which featured Babinski's contributions—the band announced that "Alex will no longer be associated with PVRIS" and that he would "be handling these matters privately and professionally," effectively removing him from all activities without awaiting formal investigation or legal proceedings. Babinski immediately denied the allegations as "100% false," stating he was "determined to prove my innocence" and intended to pursue to clear his name. The band's decision aligned with a broader pattern in the music industry at the time, where unverified social media claims often led to swift disassociation to mitigate reputational risk, though it resulted in Babinski's professional isolation, including the loss of his career momentum and personal opportunities. Babinski initiated a against Romani, which extended over three and a half years. On December 12, 2023, Romani issued a notarized retraction statement admitting she had never met Babinski in person, had no physical contact with him, and possessed no direct knowledge of the alleged misconduct, thereby confirming the accusations were unfounded. Babinski publicly shared the document on January 25, 2024, declaring the lawsuit resolved and expressing intent to "rebuild" his life, while noting the profound personal and professional toll of the ordeal. As of that date, PVRIS had not issued any public response, retraction of their prior statement, or apology to Babinski, leaving his departure permanent despite the .

Vocal health challenges for Lynn Gunn

Lynn Gunn, the of PVRIS, experienced significant vocal strain beginning around 2017 during the band's tour supporting their second album, All We Know of Heaven, All We Need of Hell. The issues stemmed from prolonged touring without adequate rest, compounded by periods of anxiety, which Gunn later described as capable of severely damaging . This led to discomfort during performances, prompting Gunn to publicly apologize to fans in August 2017 for subpar shows where she felt "very uncomfortable" vocally. The vocal difficulties nearly resulted in the cancellation of the 2017 tour, as Gunn worked intensively with a to adapt her technique. By 2018, she disclosed undergoing ongoing vocal coaching to address the damage from recent tours, emphasizing the need to relearn singing fundamentals after years of strain. Gunn attributed the problems to a combination of relentless road schedules and psychological factors, which disrupted her vocal stability and forced adjustments in performance style. These challenges intersected with Gunn's broader health diagnoses, including identified around 2018 and a year later, both autoimmune conditions that exacerbated physical limitations during tours. While not exclusively vocal in origin, the autoimmune-related pain in her back, ribs, and joints indirectly intensified vocal demands by limiting recovery time. Gunn reported that by 2020, vocal retraining had improved her range, though anxiety and health flares continued to pose risks, as evidenced by recurring tour-related vocal setbacks noted as late as 2023. Despite these hurdles, Gunn has maintained performances without full tour cancellations, crediting disciplined coaching and boundary-setting for mitigation, though she has acknowledged the potential for health episodes to disrupt live commitments. No surgical interventions for vocal issues have been publicly confirmed by Gunn or band statements.

Musical style

Core elements and evolution

PVRIS's music is characterized by a fusion of alternative rock, synth-pop, and electronic elements, featuring prominent synthesizers, atmospheric production, and the dynamic vocals of frontwoman Lynn Gunn, often delivering introspective lyrics on themes of emotional turmoil, identity, and resilience. This core sound emerged prominently on their 2014 debut album White Noise, which blended pop-rock structures with gritty synth layers and driving rhythms, establishing a dark, cinematic aesthetic distinct from traditional rock. The band's style evolved with All We Know of Heaven, All We Need of Hell (2017), incorporating more complex arrangements, heavier guitar riffs, and orchestral swells, reflecting a shift toward experimental depth while retaining electronic underpinnings and Gunn's versatile spanning ethereal highs to aggressive lows. By the 2019 Hallucinations and 2020 Use Me EPs, PVRIS leaned further into darkwave and electronic pop influences, emphasizing pulsating beats, R&B-tinged melodies, and minimalist production that amplified Gunn's confessional songwriting, marking a departure from rock-heavy foundations toward genre-fluid experimentation. This progression culminated in the 2023 album , PVRIS's most cinematic work, integrating electro-pop, , and hip-hop flourishes with rock instrumentation, as Gunn drew from non-rock sources to create layered, immersive soundscapes that prioritize emotional narrative over genre constraints. Throughout, Gunn's hands-on production role has driven this evolution, evolving from synth-rock hybrids to a broader, adaptive palette that maintains thematic darkness and sonic innovation across releases.

Influences and production techniques

PVRIS draws influences from alternative rock pioneers like Paramore, with frontwoman Lynn Gunn citing a seventh-grade concert where Paramore opened for Jimmy Eat World as a formative experience that directly inspired her to form the band. This early exposure shaped PVRIS's dynamic vocal style and energetic live ethos, elements echoed in Gunn's versatile delivery blending aggression and melody. Over time, the band's sound has expanded to incorporate non-rock genres, including hip-hop and R&B, as Gunn experimented with these on the 2023 album Evergreen by integrating rhythmic grooves and atmospheric textures while rooting them in rock structures. Production techniques emphasize electronic integration and collaborative flexibility, particularly in early works co-produced by Blake Harnage for White Noise (2014) and All We Know of Heaven, All We Need of Hell (2017), where sessions prioritized organic idea development over strict timelines, allowing daily focus on evolving tracks. Gunn learned to program electronic elements using software like Reason post their debut EP, enabling layered synths, beats, and atmospheric effects that define PVRIS's dark electro-rock hybrid. Later projects, such as Use Me (2020) and Evergreen, reflect Gunn's increased self-production role, prioritizing personal authenticity through meticulous layering of vocals and instrumentation to achieve immersive, genre-blending depth.

Band members

Current lineup

As of 2025, PVRIS operates primarily as the creative project of , who handles lead vocals, guitar, keyboards, and primary songwriting. Live performances feature supporting musicians Brian MacDonald on bass and keyboards, and Denny Agosto Vega on drums. MacDonald, a founding member, has contributed to recordings through the early 2020s but focuses on touring support following the band's shift to Gunn's solo-led structure after 2020 lineup departures. Agosto Vega joined as the touring drummer in 2020, providing percussion for subsequent albums' promotional tours and anniversary shows. This configuration has enabled consistent live activity, including the White Noise 10-year anniversary tour dates extending into late 2025.

Former members

Alex Babinski co-founded PVRIS in 2012 as lead guitarist and keyboardist, contributing to the band's early metalcore-to-alternative rock transition and performing on debut album White Noise (2014) and subsequent releases up to Use Me (2016). He departed on August 26, 2020, after the band was made aware of allegations against him, which he denied at the time; the accuser retracted the claims in January 2024, stating they were unfounded. Brian MacDonald joined as bassist around 2012–2014, providing instrumental support and production input through albums All We Know of Heaven, All We Need of Hell (2017) and Evergreen (2023), while also handling keyboards in live settings. He remained in the core lineup post-Babinski's exit, forming a duo with vocalist Lynn Gunn, but stepped down from full-time membership in 2023 to focus on touring and production roles. Earlier contributors included Kyle Anthony on unclean vocals, a carryover from precursor band Operation Guillotine, who left shortly after PVRIS's 2012 formation as the project shifted away from metalcore. Drummer Brad Griffin, another founding member from the same prior group, departed in 2013 amid lineup stabilization.

Timeline of changes

  • 2009–2012: PVRIS precursors formed as Operation Guillotine, featuring vocalist/guitarist Lyndsey Gunnulfsen (), guitarist Babinski, unclean vocalist Kyle Anthony, and Brad Griffin.
  • 2012: Rebranded as PVRIS; Kyle Anthony departed, with Brian MacDonald joining alongside Gunn, Babinski, and Griffin.
  • 2013: Brad Griffin departed prior to the release of the debut album White Noise.
  • 2014–2020: Operated as a core trio of , Babinski, and Brian MacDonald, supplemented by touring drummers such as Justin Nace (2014–2020).
  • August 26, 2020: Guitarist Babinski parted ways with the band following allegations of .
  • 2023–present: Transitioned to a solo project led by , with MacDonald continuing in a touring capacity rather than as a full-time member.

Discography

Studio albums

PVRIS's debut studio , White Noise, was released on November 4, 2014, through . The record debuted at number 14 on the Top Rock Albums . The band's second studio , All We Know of Heaven, All We Need of Hell, followed on August 25, 2017, also via . It debuted at number 5 on the Top Rock Albums , selling 12,000 equivalent units in its first week according to Nielsen Music. Use Me, the third studio album, appeared on August 28, 2020, under . It reached number 155 on the and number 26 on the Billboard Top Rock Albums chart. The fourth studio album, , was issued on July 14, 2023, by . The release topped the UK Official Rock & Metal Albums Chart and reached number 25 on the .
AlbumRelease dateLabelPeak Billboard Top Rock Albums (US)
White NoiseNovember 4, 201414
All We Know of Heaven, All We Need of HellAugust 25, 20175
Use MeAugust 28, 202026
EvergreenJuly 14, 2023

Extended plays

PVRIS released their debut extended play, titled Paris (under their original band name), on March 26, 2013, as an independent release. The EP features five original tracks: "Demon Limbs" (3:30), "Waking Up" (3:54), "Mind Over Matter" (3:30), "Only Love" (5:01), and "The Heartless" (featuring Josh Herzer). The band's second EP, Acoustic, followed on April 1, 2014, marking their first release under the stylized name PVRIS after a rebranding for legal reasons. This four-track effort consists of acoustic reinterpretations of songs from the Paris EP, excluding "The Heartless": "Waking Up (Acoustic)" (3:45), "Demon Limbs (Acoustic)" (4:05), "Mind over Matter (Acoustic)" (3:23), and "Only Love (Acoustic)" (4:59). It was self-released and distributed via platforms including Bandcamp and iTunes. Hallucinations, the third EP, was issued on October 25, 2019, through imprint in formats including digital download, CD, cassette, and vinyl. The five-track release builds on the band's evolving pop-rock sound, incorporating singles "Death of Me" (released July 12, 2019), "Hallucinations" (August 16, 2019), and "Old Wounds" (December 10, 2019) alongside new material. Track listing: "Hallucinations" (3:43), "" (3:08), "Death of Me", "Things Are Better", and "Old Wounds". The most recent EP, F.I.L.T.H., arrived on October 18, 2024, via , featuring collaborations with guest artists across its five tracks. It emphasizes electronic and alternative elements with provocative themes. Track listing: "Burn the Witch" (featuring and , 2:55), "F.I.L.T.H." (featuring Sizzy Rocket and , 2:36), "Reptilian" (featuring , 2:27), "The Blob" (featuring LIGHTS, 2:22), and "Oil & Water" (3:29).

Singles and promotional releases

PVRIS released their initial singles in 2014 to promote the album White Noise, with "St. Patrick" serving as an early track and "My House" following as a breakout single emphasizing the band's sound. "You and I" was issued in February 2016 as part of the deluxe edition rollout, gaining attention for its atmospheric production. In support of All We Know of Heaven, All We Need of Hell (2017), "" debuted as the lead single on April 30, highlighting lyrical themes of longing, while "What's Wrong" followed in June with a focus on introspective vulnerability. The 2019 Hallucinations EP introduced "Hallucinations" and "Death of Me" as precursors to the full-length Use Me (2020), both released mid-year and noted for their darker, synth-driven edges; "Dead Weight" arrived in March 2020 as the album's opener single. Promotional releases included "Burn It All Down" in November 2021 for the , co-produced with for competitive gaming audiences, and "Snakes" (featuring ) on November 20, 2021, as part of the soundtrack, integrating industrial elements tailored to the series' narrative. For (2023), the double single "" / "Anywhere but Here" launched on October 20, 2022, followed by "" on January 26, 2023; "Good Enemy" emerged March 30, 2023, with raw guitar riffs, and the title track "" on June 22, 2023. More recent outputs encompass the F.I.L.T.H. EP on October 18, 2024, featuring experimental tracks, and the collaborative "My House" (featuring of ) in early 2025, reinterpreting the 2014 original with heavier vocal layers.
TitleRelease DateNotes
St. PatrickJune 2014From White Noise
My HouseSeptember 2014From White Noise
You and IFebruary 17, 2016Deluxe White Noise
HeavenApril 30, 2017From All We Know...
What's WrongJune 2017From All We Know...
HallucinationsJuly 2019From Hallucinations EP
Death of MeAugust 2019From Hallucinations EP
Dead WeightMarch 4, 2020From Use Me
Burn It All DownNovember 2021League of Legends promo
Snakes (feat. Miyavi)November 20, 2021Arcane soundtrack
Animal / Anywhere but HereOctober 20, 2022From Evergreen
GoddessJanuary 26, 2023From Evergreen
Good EnemyMarch 30, 2023From Evergreen
EvergreenJune 22, 2023From Evergreen
My House (feat. Courtney LaPlante)2025Standalone remix

Reception

Critical assessments

PVRIS's debut album White Noise (2014) garnered acclaim from critics, achieving a score of 88 out of 100 based on four reviews, with outlets describing it as one of the year's most promising and impressive debuts due to its strong songwriting and vocal delivery. The album's blend of with electronic elements was highlighted for its cohesion and accessibility, setting a foundation for the band's stylistic experimentation. The sophomore effort All We Know of Heaven, All We Need of Hell (2017) continued this positive trajectory, earning praise for its intricate arrangements, genre-blending influences, and Lynn Gunn's powerful vocals that conveyed passion across tracks like the opener "Heaven." Reviewers noted the album's thematic depth exploring love, loss, and guilt through a sonic lens that expanded beyond rock into pop and electronic territories, resulting in what one source called a "phenomenal pop rock album." The 2020 release Use Me, an EP-length project, received more divided feedback; while some commended its harder, adrenaline-fueled sound and themes of confidence amid cleaner production, others viewed it as a for lacking the prior albums' raw impact and venturing too conservatively into electronic territory. Gunn's direct involvement in was acknowledged as enhancing its darker, danceable edge, though the shift was seen by critics as standing ground rather than bold progression. Evergreen (2023) holds a score of 80 out of 100, reflecting generally favorable assessments for its ambitious structure—divided into thematic chapters—and embrace of heavier, confrontational lyrics with tactile instrumentals that demand attention. Critics appreciated the maturation in sound, favoring urgent, propulsive tracks over past poppier leanings, though some noted the intensity came at the expense of broader accessibility, rating it middling for its electropop-to-heavier pivots. Overall, reviewers have traced PVRIS's arc as one of vocal versatility and production evolution from debut accessibility to thematic ambition, with live shows consistently deemed entertaining and worthwhile.

Commercial achievements

PVRIS has achieved modest commercial success primarily within alternative and markets, with albums charting on specialized lists and the but not attaining mainstream blockbuster status. Their debut album White Noise (2014) peaked at number 11 on the Top Rock Albums chart after debuting at number 14 on the same tally, while reaching number 88 on the . The follow-up All We Know of Heaven, All We Need of Hell (2017) represented a commercial high point, debuting with 12,000 album-equivalent units and peaking at number 5 on the Billboard Top Rock Albums chart, as well as number 41 on the — the band's strongest performance on the latter. In the , it peaked at number 4 on the Official Albums Chart with total sales of 28,139 copies as of 2019. Subsequent releases showed declining U.S. chart impact: Use Me (2020) peaked at number 155 on the and number 26 on the Hot Rock & Alternative Albums chart, while Evergreen (2023) failed to enter the but reached number 2 on the . Overall, PVRIS has sold more than 60,000 albums in the United Kingdom across their catalog. White Noise earned a Gold certification from the British Phonographic Industry in 2025, denoting 100,000 units shipped in the UK. The band topped Billboard's Emerging Artists chart in September 2017, reflecting early momentum driven by streaming and alternative radio play rather than dominant physical or digital sales. Singles such as "My House," "St. Patrick," and "Fire" from White Noise charted in the top 20 of Billboard's Independent Singles Breakers chart, underscoring niche appeal in indie and rock formats. No RIAA certifications have been publicly recorded for PVRIS releases in the United States as of October 2025.

Fan base and cultural impact

PVRIS maintains a dedicated fan base primarily composed of young adults aged 20 to 38, with strong engagement from teenagers and a significant LGBTQ+ following inspired by frontwoman Lyndsey Gunnulfsen's and lyrical themes of and identity. Fans often cite emotional resonance with the band's evolving sound, attending multiple concerts and forming community bonds, as evidenced by long-term supporters who have followed since early albums. The band's online presence reflects this loyalty, with over 400,000 followers as of September 2025 and approximately 2 million monthly listeners. Culturally, PVRIS has impacted by pioneering genre fusion, notably through their 2014 album White Noise, which integrated , electronic, and rock elements to bridge underground alternative scenes with mainstream accessibility. This album's success, peaking on Billboard's Alternative Albums , exemplified a shift toward inclusive, boundary-blurring music that enhanced visibility for women and LGBTQ+ artists in a historically male-dominated genre. Emerging from the circuit, PVRIS contributed to evolving aesthetics and norms in alternative music, emphasizing authenticity over traditional "band culture" tropes. Their performance, including topping Billboard's Emerging Artists in 2017, underscores broader industry recognition of their innovative approach.

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