LOVE NUT + Splitsville

This Baltimore, Maryland, USA-based indie pop quartet was formed in the early 90's by Max Mueller (guitar/vocals), Andy Bopp (guitar/vocals), Dave Vespoint (bass), and Tom Sabia (drums). On Dec 5th,1995 their debut album Bastards Of Melody was originally released on Baltimore's indie label Merkin Records before being snapped up by Jimmy Iovine and Interscope Records. The album was then re-released in 1996 by Interscope.

Excellent reviews, non stop touring world wide and heavy airplay generated sales of 600,000 plus records/CD's. Love Nut recorded their Interscope record Baltimucho with producer Ed Stasium (Ramones, Smithereens, Living Colour, Talking Heads) on a Neve console with Studor tape decks giving a warmth only tape can provide. Interscope and all major labels fell victim to the invention of Napster and most major labels collapsed in early 1998.

Love Nut was a rare exception on Interscope's roster of bands to be paid a large break up fee and given their 2nd record Baltimucho by the label. Baltimucho was a fine hard rocking power pop collection released on the Big Deal imprint in 1998. After Love Nut, Andy Bopp concentrated on his next band, Myra

Splitsville

Splitsville is a legendary power pop band known for their infectious melodies, sharp songwriting, and energetic performances. Formed in 1994 by musicians Brandt Huseman, Matt Huseman, and Paul Krysiak, the band emerged from the ashes of The Greenberry Woods. With a sound drawing from classic influences like The Beatles, The Who, and The Jam, Splitsville carved out a unique space in the indie music scene with a fresh, yet familiar sound. Their albums, Splitsville U.S.A.

(1996), Ultrasound (1997), Repeater (1998), and The Complete Pet Soul (2001) showcase their knack for combining punchy, guitar-driven pop with sophisticated arrangements. Guitarist Tony Waddy joined Splitsville in 2001, helping the band reach new sonic heights on Incorporated (2003.) After an extended hiatus, Splitsville has returned with a new album, Mobtown (2025), a love letter to their hometown of Baltimore that expands on their timeless sound.