Atypical is a hard rock and alternative metal band from Kansas City, blending soaring melodies, heavy riffs, and real emotion. The lineup, Rachel Cartwright (lead vocals), Trevor Cartwright (vocals & bass), Dakota Barrett (lead guitar), and Robbie Pointer (drums), first came together in June 2021 when Robbie invited some friends to jam at his birthday party. That casual gig sparked something big: the chemistry was electric, the crowd was hooked, and Atypical was officially born.

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They started out mixing covers with their own songs, but in April 2024, they took a leap, focusing solely on original music. That’s when things really took off. Since then, they’ve shared stages with bands like Red, Adelitas Way, Icon For Hire, Kingdom Collapse, and more, bringing their high-energy shows to bigger audiences. Their single Prove You Wrong racked up over 50,000 streams in just three months, and their 2024 Spotify streams topped 100,000, reaching listeners worldwide.

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Atypical’s journey has also earned them spots as one of Missouri’s Top 5 Rock Bands (2022 & 2023) and a performance at the AMMA awards. Now, they’re channeling that momentum into their debut album, crafting songs that capture their passion and the stories they want to tell. Atypical’s on a roll, and they’re just warming up. Look out for new music soon! Sign up here for our newsletter to be notified when new music is out!