The Usual's 2013 single "Broken Dreams" offers a melancholic, mid-tempo rock ballad in the vein of early 2000s alternative. The track explores themes of lost love and dashed hopes with earnest, unadorned vocals.
- "Broken Dreams" was released on July 2, 2013, by Bungalo Records. The single did not chart on the Billboard Hot 100. It features prominent electric guitar riffs and a driving drum beat.
- The band supported the single's release with a series of small club dates in Southern California. This marked a shift towards a more introspective lyrical style for the band.
- The song was self-produced and recorded at a small home studio in Echo Park. The Usual maintained creative control throughout the production process.
The Usual is a pop-rock band from Los Angeles. They emerged in the late 2000s with a string of independent singles.
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