Innerpartysystem
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Innerpartysystem is an alternative rock band formed in 2007 that also incorporates elements of industrial and electronic music. The band originated from members Jared Piccone and Patrick Nissley who attended school together in Reading, Pennsylvania. They were inspired by bands like The Chemical Brothers, Daft Punk, and Nine Inch Nails. The band gained popularity through their songs spreading on MySpace and currently consists of four members: Patrick Nissley, Jared Piccone, Kris Barman, and Jesse Cronan. Their hit single "Don't Stop" boosted their popularity when it was released in 2008.
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