XXsmile

Pop Punk with a Sharp Edge and a Softer Core

Hailing from Quebec, XXsmile is a burst of pop punk energy that blends raw emotion, high-octane riffs, and sticky-sweet melodies with a DIY heart. Formed by vocalist J-F Trépanier, the band is driven by nostalgia for early 2000s skate-punk and emo, but with a modern twist that makes their sound punch through today’s noise.

Their songs hit hard—anthemic hooks, crunchy guitars, and shout-along choruses—but always carry a spark of vulnerability underneath the volume. With lyrics tackling everything from heartbreak and self-doubt to joyrides and defiant joy, XXsmile is both a cathartic outlet and a celebration of staying soft in a hard world.

Known for electrifying live shows, charming irreverence, and a visual style that blends punk grit with playful iconography (yes, pizza and heartbreak can coexist), XXsmile has carved out a devoted following across Quebec and beyond. Whether they’re blasting through a sweaty club set or dropping their next heartbreak anthem, the band is here to make you feel, move, and maybe scream into your pillow—but with a smile.