Roo AOTD #79 Mt. Joy

By Daniel Karasek | April 22, 2025

All aboard the hype train for Bonnaroo 2025! Only 51 days until we are all on the Farm again, can you believe it? It’s coming up fast and we can’t wait to be dancing with all of you at Bonnaroo! Today’s Artist of the Day is the one and only Mt. Joy. Learn more about the artist below. Don’t forget to check out all of our artist spotlights! Thank you for reading these posts!

Artist Biography

Mt. Joy, an American indie rock band, has been captivating audiences with their evocative storytelling and dynamic sound since their formation in 2016. The band comprises Matt Quinn (vocals, guitar), Sam Cooper (guitar), Michael Byrnes (bass), Sotiris Eliopoulos (drums), and Jackie Miclau (keyboards).

The band’s name pays homage to Mount Joy, a peak in Pennsylvania’s Valley Forge National Historical Park, near Cooper’s childhood home.

In 2016, Quinn and Cooper reunited in Los Angeles, reigniting their musical collaboration. They released their debut single, “Astrovan,” in 2017, followed by “Sheep,” “Cardinal,” and “Silver Lining.” Their self-titled debut album, Mt. Joy, was released on March 2, 2018, featuring tracks like “Silver Lining,” which became a viral hit, reaching number one on the Billboard Triple A charts.

The band’s second album, Rearrange Us, was released on June 5, 2020, showcasing their growth and versatility. Their third album, Orange Blood, released on June 17, 2022, continued their exploration of indie rock and folk influences.

Mt. Joy continues to captivate audiences with their authentic storytelling and dynamic performances, solidifying their status as a rising star in the indie rock community.