The Outbreaks

The Outbreaks have been a fixture of the Chicago music scene since 2006, carving out a sound that’s both familiar and unpredictable. Drawing from an unusually wide range of influences—spanning the raw punch of The Ramones, the eccentric brilliance of Frank Zappa, the timeless melodies of The Beach Boys and The Beatles, and the deep soul of Motown alongside the compositional ambition of Mozart—the band blends styles with confidence and character.

At the core of The Outbreaks’ music is a balance of heart and drive: soulful vocals, honest lyrics, poignant keyboard lines, punchy guitar riffs, and relentless backbeats. It’s a deceptively simple formula that results in songs that are immediate, memorable, and deeply rooted in melody—music that sticks with you long after the last note fades.

Members: Tim Trsar, Drew Ray, Kevin Yanong, Petey Rivera, Scott Trsar