No Drinks For Jimmy are back with “Broken,” a driving modern rock anthem that confronts fractured relationships, difficult truths, and the struggle to move forward after hitting rock bottom. Available now on all major streaming platforms, the track blends pounding rhythms, powerful guitars, and impassioned vocals into a song that feels both timeless and urgently contemporary.
Formed in 1998 by brothers Dan Wilson (bass) and Doug Wilson (drums) and completed by vocalist Kurt Lobdell and guitarist Joe Chichetti, No Drinks For Jimmy emerged from the Baltimore/DC rock scene with a clear mission: to make loud, authentic, emotionally resonant rock music. Drawing from the giants of ’90s and 2000s modern rock- Foo Fighters, Jimmy Eat World, and Stone Temple Pilots- the band has forged a sound that balances melody with raw power and genuine emotion while remaining distinctly their own.
“Broken” follows “Year of Me (The Brunswick Song)” and shows another side of the band while retaining the powerful guitars, memorable melodies, and emotionally direct approach that define No Drinks For Jimmy. As the band puts it, “When you’re Broken, you start your own 12-step program. This is a song about hitting rock bottom.”
What makes the release especially significant is its completely independent creation. Each member recorded remotely across multiple states- Arizona, Florida, North Carolina, and Maryland before the band handled all mixing and mastering themselves. No outside producers, engineers, or artificial intelligence were involved. The result is a pure collaborative effort that captures the group’s unshakeable chemistry and DIY ethos.
“Broken” is more than a new single; it is a reaffirmation of the band’s modern rock roots and a testament to their commitment to honest songwriting. Whether blasting through arena speakers or providing solace through headphones, the track is built to resonate.
No Drinks For Jimmy look ahead to several live shows in 2027 as they continue connecting directly with fans, reviewers, and curators.
About No Drinks For Jimmy
No Drinks For Jimmy is a collaborative rock powerhouse from Columbia, MD, founded by brothers Dan Wilson and Doug Wilson and completed by Kurt Lobdell (vocals) and Joe Chichetti (guitar). Known for energetic live shows and a wide-ranging mix of hard rock, alternative, and melodic influences, the band has released the EP Find the Fourth (2017), the full-length Verse•Chorus•Rise (2021), the live EP Three Live Pours (2024), and singles including “Not The One” and “Year of Me (The Brunswick Song).” Their most recent live highlight includes a performance at the legendary Whisky a Go Go in Los Angeles.
“Broken” is available now on all major streaming platforms.
