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A New Alternative Pop-Rock Band, Stray Yard, Emerges from THAT'S ON RECORDS

"Making noise out of sounds that have nowhere to belong."

THAT'S ON RECORDS, the independent label founded and led by sammy. / REVERSIES, has officially announced the launch of a new experimental alternative pop-rock band, Stray Yard, on May 30, 2026.

Alongside the announcement, the band released a short teaser video across social media platforms, featuring a preview of their debut single's chorus.

Stray Yard is an experimental music project that blends elements of alternative rock, pop rock, indie pop, and electronic music. Built around the concept of "making noise out of sounds that have nowhere to belong," the project explores feelings of isolation, connection, and the search for meaning in a chaotic world.

While the band's lineup and full details remain undisclosed, it has been revealed through sammy.'s personal social media accounts and blog that sammy., best known for the solo project sammy. / REVERSIES, serves as the band's vocalist.

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Debut Single: "gonna be alright"

Stray Yard's debut single, "gonna be alright," is an alternative pop-rock anthem about loneliness, uncertainty, and the desire to stay connected to someone despite it all.

Combining the warmth and emotion of alternative rock with modern electronic textures, the song features memorable lines such as:

"Not for anyone, just for us"

and

"Your voice keeps me breathing"

These recurring phrases capture the heart of the song: finding comfort and meaning in human connection amidst noise, confusion, and self-doubt.

Influenced by the modern alternative pop scene while retaining the emotional nuance and lyrical sensitivity characteristic of Japanese songwriting, "gonna be alright" presents a unique blend of global and local musical influences.