Music Scene Thirteen: The Bands Currently Inspiring Point North

Point North has been bending genres since 2017, going from their unique style of melodic pop-punk to pop-rock to even branching into post-hardcore.

While originally mostly known for covering “Hammer” by nothing,nowhere. in 2019, they have truly made a name for themselves in recent years through nonstop touring. They’ve also had some notable features helping to get their name out even more, such as “Safe and Sound” with The Ghost Inside.

The band is currently on tour supporting From Ashes to New on their “Blackout Tour pt 2” and just released their latest single, “Bring Me Down.”

In this debut edition of Music Scene Thirteen, we chat with Point North about the top thirteen bands that are inspiring them right now.

1. Creed – “Such a sonically incredible band.” – Sage
2. 645ar – “His ability to create groundbreaking music with no fear is so inspiring.” – Sage
3. Paleface – “I love the drumming; it’s next level.” – Sage
4. Clairo – “I love the way she combines her melodies and instrumentation.” – Sage
5. Linkin Park – “They were the first band to introduce me to screaming. And, in the end, it doesn’t even matter.” – Andy
6. Kendrick Lamar – “The production elements in some of his tracks have had a heavy influence in our own production” – Andy
7. Rise Against – “Rise is the band that influences my energy during every live performance.”
8. Killswitch Engage – “Killswitch Engage influences the heaviest side of our band.”
9. Ashnikko – “Their original style has heavily influenced my writing with PN. She’s a lyrical genius.” – Jon
10. Jeris Johnson and Kim Dracula – “I’ve been inspired by Jeris and Kim for their innovative approach to songwriting. They’re both a dope reminder of what a rockstar is.” – Jon
11. Kim Dracula – see #10
12. Spiritbox – “That’s a band bringing smart, beautiful melody back to the heavy scene.” – Jon
13. Blink-182 “Each of us want to be them for one reason or another.” – Full Band