From Hinge to Headline Tour: How After Went from First Date to 16-City North American Tour

Most dating app stories end one of two ways: either you find the one, or you delete the app and move on. For Justine Dorsey and Graham Epstein, their Hinge match in 2023 led somewhere neither probably expected. Instead of planning a wedding, they ended up in a recording studio making music that’s catching the attention of Rolling Stone, People Magazine, and major brands like Gap and Apple. Sometimes the best connections aren’t romantic at all, they’re creative.

After’s sound is what happens when you blend grungy guitars with moody electronic production and bright pop hooks. It’s genre-bending in the most natural way possible, creating something that appeals to listeners across different musical backgrounds. Their debut album“Fell Asleep in the Sun”arrives September 18th, followed by a 16-date North American headline tour that kicks off September 28th in Denver and wraps November 5th in their hometown of Los Angeles. For a band that released their first EP just over a year ago, the momentum is undeniable.

What makes After’s rise even more impressive is how they’ve captured the attention of major outlets and brands despite being a relatively new act. Their single“Outbound”even landed on Zane Lowe’s 26 for’26 playlist, a nod to artists worth watching. If you haven’t discovered them yet, their debut album release is the perfect entry point. What kind of music are you most excited to discover right now?