Following the release of “Universal Language,” Gym Class Heroes has another offering from their new era: “Useless.” And its smooth grooves will make you feel nostalgic in no time.
Travie McCoy explains, “There was a romanticism to the Lower East Side that lasted decade after decade, and I was lucky enough to live in the city during one of those eras. It was a huge turning point in my life that I’ll NEVER forget. If you know, you know! Everyone was fly. It was the pre-smartphone era, so there were no iPhone-lit faces. We made REAL memories. People were actually interacting with each other. Max Fish, Pianos, Beauty & Essex, or hitting up Katz’s after a wild night with your tribe. Parties where you never knew who you’d brush shoulders with. I made friends who are still in my life today. You could find yourself sitting next to Madonna or sharing nutcrackers with the NY Giants. Again, if you know, you know.”
He adds, “It’s a part of my life I’ll hold dear forever, and I wanted ‘Useless’ to capture that feeling. When Asa Taccone (Electric Guest) first played the bones of the song for me, I knew exactly where we were going with it. I really feel like ‘Useless’ set a really dope bar for where Asa and I were going with the rest of the songs we created together for the album. It has a GENUINE but FRESH gymclassheroes vibe that’s undeniable.”
Gym Class Heroes has a handful of dates remaining this month and are scheduled to appear at Sonic Temple 2027. Check out their full tour roster below.
Tour Dates:
- Nov. 7 — Jacksonville Beach, FL @ Seawalk Pavilion
- Nov. 13 — Pittsburgh, PA @ Stage AE
- Nov. 14 — Orlando, FL @ Vans Warped Tour
- May 16 — Columbus, OH @ Sonic Temple
