For Immediate Release:

February 27, 2026

NYC ALTERNATIVE ROCK TRIO

KING FALCON

BELIEVE IN BETTER DAYS AHEAD ON "HOLDING OUT"

OUT NOW–LISTEN

& TRADE COASTS FOR A CALIFORNIA DAYDREAM IN MUSIC VIDEO–WATCH

Premiered exclusively by New Noise Magazine

PLUS, 2026 NORTH AMERICAN SPRING TOUR

WITH DES ROCS–SEE DATES

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"One of NYC's most exciting indie rock bands" - Guitar World

“'Holding Out' is a bonafide slice of modern alt pop — blending the best elements of classic alternative with undeniable current pop crossover potential. I can hear this song everywhere.” - Matt Pinfield, KCSN Los Angeles

Today, New York City alternative rock band King Falcon share a hooky, feel-good track "Holding Out" out now alongside its beachy music video and live dates across North America through March and April, supporting NYC rock artist Des Rocs on select dates. The band's signature blend of vintage guitars, NYC grit and 21st century attitude continues to captivate listeners worldwide as they blaze a trail of their own.

With glistening guitar riffs and breezy vocals, "Holding Out," looks toward the future with a hazy optimism, exploring the conscious effort to believe in brighter days. On the track's meaning, frontman and primary songwriter Michael Rubin (vocals, lead guitar) says, "'Holding Out' is the moment you stop standing at the crossroads, choose a path that feels right, and walk it with quiet faith that better days are on their way."

LISTEN: "Holding Out"

Premiered by New Noise Magazine, the video unfolds like a California daydream and finds the band in Venice Beach. Complete with a sunset, skatepark and crashing waves at dusk, the video reflects the laid-back ease and irresistible riffs found throughout the track. Rubin adds on the video, "The song just felt like California — so filming the video there felt like the most natural decision we could make. The skateboarding comes from Hayden McKenna, who was not only incredible to spend the day with, but has this rare ability to make the impossible look effortless."

WATCH: "Holding Out" (Official Video)

Formed in 2020 in the local Brooklyn music scene, King Falcon consists of Rubin (vocals, lead guitar), bassist Joe Conserva, and drummer Dipayan “Dip” Chakraborty. Since before their 2023 self-titled debut album, the trio has cut their teeth in the live space across the country, playing over 150 shows in the last two years alone. With over 1.5M streams and 900K in 2025 alone, King Falcon have cemented themselves as a band to watch. The 2025 single “Plastic Crown” rose to #1 on Amazon Music’s Breakthrough Rock Playlist for multiple weeks and landed at #45 on MediaBase Radio in its first week. MXDWN named King Falcon “Best New Artist,” and Guitar World praised the group as “one of NYC’s most exciting indie-rock bands.” The group has since shared stages with The Struts and Sublime with Rome and is only just getting started. Now, the trio promises to expand their sonic world with additional electrifying shows and all-new music to come.

King Falcon find faith in the future on their latest punchy track, "Holding Out," out now. Connect with the rising NYC trio on Instagram, YouTube and Facebook. Catch King Falcon live across North America this spring with much more ahead–get dates and information here.

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KING FALCON LIVE

SPRING 2026

March 10th - New York, NY - Mercury Lounge

March 20th - New Haven, CT - Stella Blues

March 25th - Youngstown, OH - Westside Bowl

March 28th - Lincoln, NE - Bodega’s Alley

April 1st - Portland, OR - Kelly’s Olympian

April 5th - Spokane, WA Knitting Factory *

April 7th - Boise, ID Knitting Factory *

April 8th - Salt Lake City, UT Soundwell *

April 10th - Denver, CO Marquis Theater *

April 11th - Colorado Springs, CO Black Sheep *

April 14th - Chicago, IL - Bottom Lounge *

April 15th - St. Louis, MO - Delmar Hall *

April 17th - Columbus, OH - Skully’s Music Diner *

April 18th - Ann Arbor, MI - Blind Pig *

April 19th - Toronto, ON - Horseshoe Tavern *

April 22nd - Buffalo, NY - Buffalo Iron Works

April 24th - London, ON - Palasad SocialBowl

April 25th - Sudbury, ON - Townehouse Tavern

*with Des Rocs

ABOUT KING FALCON



King Falcon are an alternative rock band from New York City, blending vintage guitar grit with modern 21st-century alt-rock attitude. Founded in 2020, the band is outfitted with lived-in and undeniably analog

tools of trade; tastefully channeling the raw emotion of classic rock legends while delivering a fresh,

contemporary edge. Frontman Michael Rubin (vocals, lead guitar), bassist Joe Conserva, and drummer

Dipayan “Dip” Chakraborty craft hook heavy anthems built for both the stage and the streaming age. Their sound sits at the intersection of The Strokes, Arctic Monkeys, and Foo Fighters–authentic, guitar-driven, and packed with energy.

The self-titled debut album King Falcon (2023) broke out with millions of streams on Spotify, fueled by fan

favorites “Ready Set Go,” “Cadillac,” and “Everybody’s Down.” In 2025, King Falcon’s explosive single

“Plastic Crown” became a breakout hit, soaring to #1 on Amazon Music’s Breakthrough Rock Playlist for multiple weeks and landing at #45 on MediaBase Radio in its first week.

Critics and fans alike have taken notice: MXDWN named King Falcon “Best New Artist,” and Guitar World

praised them as “one of NYC’s most exciting indie-rock bands.” The group has since shared stages with

The Struts, Saving Abel, Des Rocs, Sublime with Rome, and more, earning a reputation for their electric live shows and undeniable New York swagger.

As they roll into 2026 and beyond, King Falcon are sharpening their signature alt-rock sound with a new

slate of singles delivering the same unapologetic spirit that defines them.

CONNECT WITH KING FALCON:

Website | Instagram | YouTube | Facebook

PRESS CONTACT:

Romy Bayhack / romy@bighassle.com