Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers' Rise to Fame: A Journey of Self-Expression and Rejection of Expectations.
For four 15-year-old friends in Canberra watching School of Rock (2003) at a sleepover, forming a rock band became an instant idea. They decided to call themselves Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers - a name suggested by one of their uncles that stuck. Their punk attitude caught the attention of venues they weren't old enough to enter unchaperoned, with adults assuming they were in their early 20s.
The four teenagers played shows together while carrying school backpacks, enjoying pub performances and "having lemonade on our rider." As guitarist Scarlett McKahey laughs, this was indeed pretty cool - an unusual experience for a group of minors playing adult venues. Singer Anna Ryan also acknowledges the strange situation they found themselves in back then.
From high school band to professional act: Teen Jesus has undergone significant transformations over time. Although initially feeling impostor syndrome when huge crowds appeared at their shows, the band members have grown and matured, learning from each other's strengths and weaknesses.
Their 2022 EP "Pretty Good for a Girl Band" was named as such because of backhanded praise they received - songs like Girl Sports inspired by male aggression toward Stephenson after her skating accident. The title has become an ironic reminder that their music transcends expectations, earning recognition from fans worldwide. Although the name may have been meant to belittle them, it ended up affirming their talent.
Their debut album "I Love You" in 2023 is a testament to growth and polish, with standout tracks like Salt and Ahhhh! winning Best Breakthrough Artist at the Aria Awards. Playing alongside Foo Fighters on tour further solidified their status as rising rock acts.
Despite overcoming numerous challenges - including sexism and ageism - Teen Jesus has managed to stay grounded and true to themselves. According to bassist Jaida Stephenson, "we didn't do this because we want to become the biggest band in the world or we want to become famous. It's just fun playing shows with our besties." This carefree attitude permeates their music, which is full of catchy hooks and melodies.
Now working with renowned producer Catherine Marks, Teen Jesus has stepped up its sound game with a fresh new album called "Glory". Their upcoming release promises to bring even more high energy and infectious beats that reflect the band's genuine passion for rock.
For four 15-year-old friends in Canberra watching School of Rock (2003) at a sleepover, forming a rock band became an instant idea. They decided to call themselves Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers - a name suggested by one of their uncles that stuck. Their punk attitude caught the attention of venues they weren't old enough to enter unchaperoned, with adults assuming they were in their early 20s.
The four teenagers played shows together while carrying school backpacks, enjoying pub performances and "having lemonade on our rider." As guitarist Scarlett McKahey laughs, this was indeed pretty cool - an unusual experience for a group of minors playing adult venues. Singer Anna Ryan also acknowledges the strange situation they found themselves in back then.
From high school band to professional act: Teen Jesus has undergone significant transformations over time. Although initially feeling impostor syndrome when huge crowds appeared at their shows, the band members have grown and matured, learning from each other's strengths and weaknesses.
Their 2022 EP "Pretty Good for a Girl Band" was named as such because of backhanded praise they received - songs like Girl Sports inspired by male aggression toward Stephenson after her skating accident. The title has become an ironic reminder that their music transcends expectations, earning recognition from fans worldwide. Although the name may have been meant to belittle them, it ended up affirming their talent.
Their debut album "I Love You" in 2023 is a testament to growth and polish, with standout tracks like Salt and Ahhhh! winning Best Breakthrough Artist at the Aria Awards. Playing alongside Foo Fighters on tour further solidified their status as rising rock acts.
Despite overcoming numerous challenges - including sexism and ageism - Teen Jesus has managed to stay grounded and true to themselves. According to bassist Jaida Stephenson, "we didn't do this because we want to become the biggest band in the world or we want to become famous. It's just fun playing shows with our besties." This carefree attitude permeates their music, which is full of catchy hooks and melodies.
Now working with renowned producer Catherine Marks, Teen Jesus has stepped up its sound game with a fresh new album called "Glory". Their upcoming release promises to bring even more high energy and infectious beats that reflect the band's genuine passion for rock.
! It's like they just grew up and became a real rock band, playing gigs at adult venues with their school backpacks still attached 
. I can imagine it was crazy for them to be handling all that pressure at such a young age, but they seem so grounded and genuine about their music - no pretentious stuff going on 
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. Can't wait to see what they do next!
I'm loving how they're owning their punk attitude and not letting anyone else define them! I mean, can you imagine having a bunch of 15-year-olds playing shows at adult venues while carrying school backpacks? It's wild to think about the doors that opened (literally) for them because of that. And yeah, I'm with Anna Ryan on how "Pretty Good for a Girl Band" is now an ironic reminder of their talent! The sexism and ageism they've faced only makes their journey more impressive 
. I mean, who wouldn't want to be a part of a rock band when you're still in school? 
And can we talk about their new album "Glory"? I've been listening to it nonstop and those high-energy beats are giving me LIFE 
. What I love most about this band is that they stay true to themselves and have so much fun doing what they love. They're not trying to be anyone else, just being their amazing selves 
. Can't wait for them to release their new music! 
. It's so refreshing to see a group of young women who aren't afraid to take risks and push boundaries - from their early punk days to their more polished sound now. And I love how they've remained true to themselves and each other, despite all the craziness that comes with fame 
. Their new album "Glory" sounds like it's going to be a real game-changer 
And can we talk about how fierce their music is? "Glory" is going to be EPIC 