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Failure

alternative rock·Music·indie·United States
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Incredible quality, almost nobody knows them
LISTENERS
5K
YT SUBS
136
CHAMPIONS
0

Failure is a prominent alternative rock band from Los Angeles, formed in 1990. Known for their unique blend of space rock and post-grunge, they have garnered a dedicated following with their innovative sound.

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NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENTS (5)
  • Notable tracks include 'Another Space Song'
  • Influential album 'Fantastic Planet'
  • New label deal with Arduous Records for upcoming album 'Location Lost'
  • Return of their full digital catalog to Spotify after a protest against streaming payouts
  • Upcoming album 'Location Lost' set for release in April 2026
SIMILAR ARTISTS (11)
FREQUENTLY ASKED (5)
Q:Is Failure underrated?

Failure has a Quality-to-Fame Gap Score of 93 out of 100. despite having 5K monthly Spotify listeners, their artistic output and fan engagement suggest they deserve a significantly larger audience. fans across Reddit, YouTube comments, and music forums independently describe them as underrated or a hidden gem. they have notable achievements including notable tracks include 'another space song'.

Q:What genre is Failure?

Failure works in alternative rock originating from United States (California). As a music artist at the "indie" level, Failure has a Wikipedia presence and is categorized within the broader alternative rock scene. They operate independently of major label systems.

Q:How many monthly listeners does Failure have?

Failure has approximately 5K monthly listeners on Spotify. They also have 136 YouTube subscribers. This places them in the niche tier — a small but dedicated fanbase.

Q:Who are similar artists to Failure?

Fans of Failure often also enjoy Paramore, The Deftones, A Perfect Circle, Hum, Sunny Day Real Estate. These artists share common ground in the alternative rock space and/or the United States music scene. If you appreciate Failure's approach to alternative rock, these artists offer similar qualities.

Q:Why isn't Failure more famous?

With a Gap Score of 93/100, Failure's artistic quality significantly exceeds their current level of recognition (indie). Contributing factors: they operate without major label backing, which limits access to radio play, editorial playlists, and mainstream press coverage; with 5K monthly listeners, they haven't yet crossed the algorithmic threshold where streaming platforms begin recommending them organically.

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