TV Wonder

TV Wonder is an Austin-based indie rock band that blends nerd rock songwriting (like Talking Heads, XTC, and Cheekface) with the infectious grooviness of international acts (like Shintaro Sakamoto, João Gilberto, and Ana Frango Elétrico). Austin's own indie-pop princes: bassist Max Aranson fronts the band and writes the songs, while drummer Nick Manka holds down the grooves and Nic Gwin (grandpaw) lays down beautiful lead and rhythmic guitar.

TV Wonder's first release "Champion(s)" is an understated indie pop song discussing the nature of competitiveness. It shifts between dreamy indie pop and harder experimental parts, closing with a jazzy keyboard solo from former member Max Newsom.

They followed up this release with 2024's Forgettable, a moody indie rock song about making oneself small to appease the people around us. It's comic and ironic lyrics such as "My name isn't easy to remember, even though it's one syllable" make it a memorable, underground hit.

Their most recent single Magician of Your Suffering combines Aranson's detailed storytelling with his love of bossa nova, tropicalia, and city pop. The song depicts a malicious and self-destructive character that spreads misinformation, self-aggrandizes, and contradicts himself. The biting lyrics are juxtaposed against the summery guitar tones and jaunty grooves.

Follow the band on Spotify, Instagram, etc. Keep an eye out for updates, as they continue to release unique and engaging music!