I'd Rather Be

I'd Rather Be, formed in 2024 by Singer/Songwriter Hela, 12 year old Drummer Bronx and Bassist Freemen is a Alternative/Metalcore Band from Provo, Utah. Hela began his career in 2021 writing Pop Punk songs and eventually began his own and now ex Pop Punk group named HXLA (HELA with an X), He went on to do some music work at Orb Studios in Austin, TX alongside Matt Noveskey from Blue October and releasing his debut EP under HXLA in January 2022. Hela went on to make his Live Debut at the Biggest Rock Music Festival in North America "Louder Than Life" in 2023 alongside bands such as Foo Fighters, Greenday and more.

Bronx began drumming at just 4 years old and at the age of 9 he was invited to play in front of 17,000 people with Machine Gun Kelly in Salt Lake City, Utah. Bronx has also played with other artists such as Jxdn, Mod Sun, Yungblud, Sueco and many more. At just 11 he has gone on 4 tours across the US, most recently a massive North America Tour Supporting the legendary “From Ashes To New”. Bronx has gained tons of attention on social media gaining thousands of followers and views across all platforms and getting endorsed by brands such as SJC Drums.

“I’d Rather Be was single-handedly the best opening act I think I’ve ever seen” according to Provo Music Magazine. Together they have earned the title of most energetic band in their local scene and are now moving onto bigger things with their Debut Single “Too Far Gone” featuring Kellin Quinn of Sleeping With Sirens.