After over a decade of hard work and exemplifying the spirit of independent success, the Los Angeles-based band ROCKET has inked a new record deal with PennyFly Entertainment. Known for their self-coined genre, “Punk/Pop,” the 5-piece ensemble consists of Janelle Barreto (Vocals), Eric Wibbelsmann (Guitar), Steve Kilcullen (Guitar), Trevor Snow (Bass), and Paul DePatie (Drums).

ROCKET has earned widespread recognition from playlisters, radio stations, and media outlets, and has shared the stage with notable acts like Alien Ant Farm, Missing Persons, Bow Wow Wow, and Puddle of Mudd. CBS Los Angeles has even praised them as one of “the best bands to catch” live. Their recent singles, produced with Grammy-nominated Mark Needham (known for his work with The Killers, Imagine Dragons, and Pink), have garnered significant praise. As their fan base continues to grow, ROCKET is receiving increasing attention from the music community, with several notable features:

“Expect ROCKET to knock your socks off and continue to put you in a mood to groove and let loose. Listening to their music will give you a modern take on the era of The Offspring, Paramore and No Doubt when music was more than just a dance on social media. Here at CELEB, we have missed music like this…” ~ CELEB Magazine

 “There is a reason Rocket is getting so much attention in the LA rock scene and it’s about time the rest of the nation takes notice as well.” ~ Clayton Edwards, Slickster Magazine

 “You know what happens when you put a talented band together with a Grammy nominated producer? Well, most of the time they make some pretty amazing tunes and ROCKET is no exception. The musically well endowed LA 5-piece got together with Mark Needham of Imagine Dragons, The Killers, and Pink fame and the results were simply staggering.” ~ J.S. Moses, Indie Current Magazine

 “[ROCKET’s single “Fading Out”]…has all the makings of a punk anthem that adolescents sing at the top of their lungs.” ~ Petar Petrov, Living Life Fearlessly Magazine

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The buzz surrounding ROCKET’s success caught the attention of PennyFly Entertainment, a label and boutique marketing agency that stands apart from traditional music industry models. PennyFly operates under a “by Artists for Artists” philosophy, offering musicians flexible deals while providing access to key industry professionals, allowing them greater profit and control over their careers. At its heart, PennyFly is dedicated to empowering artists.

Jett Prescott, founder and president of PennyFly Entertainment, shared his thoughts on the signing:

“I remember getting a message from Augustus, one of our A&R reps, and it was all about ROCKET — it was refreshing to see a contemporary pop/rock vibe blending so well with everything that punk stands for. We were drawn in by their live energy right away and could tell the band had a clear vision…they’ve done a great job of developing their sound and brand in ways that are both fun and exciting. They’ve been making music together for a long time which shows a level of authenticity and passion that is hard to come by.”

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ROCKET’s signing with PennyFly Entertainment marks the beginning of a new chapter for the band and a new era in artist-record label partnerships. Their latest single, “Extraordinary,” is available on all platforms: https://vydia.lnk.to/ROCKETBand. Fans can sign up to be the first to hear about their upcoming singles, videos, and shows through their website at http://thebandrocket.com.