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:''Tricia Brock redirects here, for the director of the same name see [[Tricia Brock (director)]].''
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* Max Hsu
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* Matt Dally
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* Dave Ghazarian
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* Melissa Brock
* Clayton Hunt
* Brian Fitch
* Justin Sharbono
* Andy Vegas
* Dave Clo
* Ben Dally
* Brandon Estelle
* Aaron Tosti
* Chase Lovelace
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'''Superchick''', originally known as '''Superchic[k]''', is an [[United States|American]] [[Christian rock|Christian]] alternative pop/rock band. Their music incorporates various styles such as [[Pop music|pop]], [[Punk rock|punk]], [[Rock and roll|rock]], [[hip hop music|rap]], and [[Rhythm and blues|R&B]]. Their sound has been compared to mainstream artists [[No Doubt]] and [[Avril Lavigne]] with a heavier sound.<ref name="ChristianityTodayBiography" /> Superchick has had five songs hit number one on music charts,<ref name="ChristianityTodayBiography" /> and their song "Stand in the Rain" held the number one spot for nine weeks on [[R&R (magazine)|R&R]] Christian Hit Radio (CHR) chart in 2006/2007.
'''Superchick''', originally known as '''Superchic[k]''', was an American [[Christian rock]]/[[Alternative rock#Alternative pop|alternative pop]] band that debuted in 1999 and disbanded in 2013. Their music incorporated various styles such as [[Pop music|pop]], [[Punk rock|punk]], [[Rock music|rock]], [[hip hop music|rap]], and [[Contemporary R&B|R&B]]. Their sound has been compared to mainstream artists like [[No Doubt]] and [[Avril Lavigne]] only with a heavier sound.<ref name="ChristianityTodayBiography">{{cite magazine|url=http://www.christianitytoday.com/music/artists/superchick/superchick.html|title=Superchick biography at Christianity Today|magazine=Christianity Today|access-date=April 12, 2009}}</ref> Superchick has had five songs reach No.&nbsp;1 on music charts,<ref name="ChristianityTodayBiography" /> and their song "[[Stand in the Rain]]" held the No.&nbsp;1 spot for nine weeks on ''[[R&R (magazine)|R&R]]'' Christian Hit Radio (CHR) chart in 2006/2007.


==History==
==History==
Superchic[k] made their debut in [[1999]] at an [[Audio Adrenaline]] concert in front of an audience of 5,000. They continued to perform at live events throughout that year, self-releasing their first album in [[2000]]. The album was re-released with three added remix tracks after they signed to [[Inpop Records]], and became their first official album: ''[[Karaoke Superstars]]''. Since then, their music has appeared in several movies and television shows, including the movie [[Legally Blonde]] and the made for TV, [[Disney]] movie [[Cadet Kelly]]. Superchic[k] signed with mainstream record label Columbia Records to promote their 2005 album [[Beauty From Pain]], resulting in their 2006 mainstream debut [[Beauty From Pain 1.1]].<ref name="ChristianityTodayJuly2006">{{cite web|url=http://www.christianitytoday.com/music/reviews/2006/beautyfrompain11.html|title=Beauty from Pain 1.1|last=Banister|first=Christa|date=July 2006|publisher=Christianity Today|accessdate=2009-04-12}}</ref> The re-release album contains their signature hit "Stand in the Rain".<ref name="ChristianityTodayJuly2006" /> Their music has received favorable reviews in both Christian and mainstream publications. On December 4, 2008, Superchick was nominated for their first [[Grammy Award]]. The group was recognized in the category of "Best Rock Or Rap Gospel Album" for their 2008 album, ''[[Rock What You Got]]'' which is now featured on "ABC Family's" new hit show "Make it or Break it". The band launched their "Hey! Hey! (That's Freedom You Hear)" Tour on April 3, 2009.<ref name="jfh tour">{{cite web |url=http://www.jesusfreakhideout.com/news/2009/03/30.SUPERCHICK%20RALLIES%20FANS%20FOR%20HEY!%20HEY!%20TOUR.asp |title=Superchick Rallies Fans For "Hey! Hey! (That's Freedom You Hear)" Tour |accessdate=2009-04-05 |publisher=[[Jesus Freak Hideout]] |date=2009-03-30}}</ref>


==Members==
===1999: Debut ===
Superchick made their debut in 1999 at an [[Audio Adrenaline]] concert in front of an audience of 5,000. They continued to perform at live events throughout that year.
===Current===
[[Image:Superchickdallas2008.JPG|thumb|left|Tricia Brock in Dallas, 2008]]
[[Image:SuperchickDallas002.JPG|thumb|left|Superchick in Dallas, 2008]]
*Tricia Brock ([[lead vocals]])
*Melissa Brock ([[rhythm guitar]], [[harmony vocals]])
*Matt Dally ([[bass guitar]], [[rapping|rap]] vocals, [[synthesizer]])
*Dave Ghazarian ([[lead guitar]]), formerly of [[Church Of Rhythm]]
*Max Hsu ([[DJ]], [[keyboard instrument|keyboard]]s, [[songwriter]]), formerly of [[Church of Rhythm]] & [[Zero (group)|Zero]]
<ref name="Superchik's Facebook Basic Info">{{cite web |url=http://www.facebook.com/superchick?v=info&ref=search |title=Superchik's Facebook Basic Info|accessdate=2010-03-18 |publisher=Superchick via [[Facebook]] |date=}}</ref>


===Early 2000s: ''Karaoke Superstars'' and ''Last One Picked''===
===Former===
Superchick self-released their first album in 2000. The album was re-released with three added remix tracks after they signed to [[Inpop Records]], and became their first official album: ''[[Karaoke Superstars]]''. Since then, their music has appeared in several movies and television shows, including the 2001 movie ''[[Legally Blonde]]'', the 2002 made for TV [[Disney]] movie ''[[Cadet Kelly]]'', and the 2009 movie ''[[To Save a Life]]''. ''[[Last One Picked]]'' was released on October 8, 2002.
*Clayton Hunt ([[Drum kit|drums]])
*Brian Fitch (drums)
*Justin Sharbono ([[guitar]])
*Andy Vegas ([[Percussion instrument|percussion]])
*[[Dave Clo]] ([[bass guitar]], [[Steel-string acoustic guitar|acoustic guitar]])
*Ben Dally (Drums)
*Brandon Estelle ([[Drum]]), Currently the lead singer of [[Glory Fall]] and drummer for [[10 Years (band)|10 Years]].


===Mid-2000s: ''Beauty from Pain''===
==Discography==
Superchick signed with mainstream record label Columbia Records to promote their 2005 album ''[[Beauty from Pain]]'', resulting in their 2006 mainstream debut ''[[Beauty from Pain 1.1]]''.<ref name="ChristianityTodayJuly2006">{{cite magazine|url=http://www.christianitytoday.com/music/reviews/2006/beautyfrompain11.html|title=Beauty from Pain 1.1|last=Banister|first=Christa|date=July 2006|magazine=Christianity Today|access-date=April 12, 2009}}</ref> The re-release album contains their signature hit "Stand in the Rain".<ref name="ChristianityTodayJuly2006" /> Their music has received favorable reviews in both Christian and mainstream publications.
===Studio albums===
{|class="wikitable"
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!colspan="2"| Peak chart positions
!rowspan="2" width="145"| Sales
!rowspan="2" width="125"| [[Music recording sales certification|Certifications]]<br /><small>([[List of music recording sales certifications|sales thresholds]])</small>
|-
!style="width:2em;font-size:75%"| [[Billboard 200|US]]
!style="width:2em;font-size:75%"| US<br>Christian
|-
| 2001
| ''[[Karaoke Superstars]]''
* Released: May 22, 2001
* Label: [[Inpop Records|Inpop]]<ref name="ChristianityTodayBiography">{{cite web|url=http://www.christianitytoday.com/music/artists/superchick/superchick.html|title=Superchick biography at Christianity Today|publisher=''Christianity Today''|accessdate=2009-04-12}}</ref>
* Format:
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| 2002
| ''[[Last One Picked]]''
* Released: October 8, 2002
* Label: Inpop
* Format:
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| 2005
| ''[[Beauty From Pain]]''
* Released: March 29, 2005
* Label: Inpop
* Format:
| align="center" | 126
| align="center" | 6
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|-
| 2006
| ''[[Beauty From Pain 1.1]]''
* Released: July 18, 2006
* Label: [[Columbia Records|Columbia]]
* Format:
| align="center" |
| align="center" | 1
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| 2008
| ''[[Rock What You Got]]''
* Released: June 24, 2008
* Label: Inpop
* Format:
| align="center" | 65
| align="center" | 2
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|-
|}


===Late 2000s: Grammy nomination and ''Rock What You Got''===
===Remix Albums ===
[[File:SuperchickManitowoc2009.jpg|thumb|Opening night of their Hey! Hey! (That's Freedom You Hear) tour]]
{|class="wikitable"
On December 4, 2008, Superchick was nominated for their first [[Grammy Award]]. The group was recognized in the category of "Best Rock Or Rap Gospel Album" for their 2008 album, ''[[Rock What You Got]]'' which was featured on ABC Family's ''[[Make It or Break It]]''. The band launched their "Hey! Hey! (That's Freedom You Hear)" Tour on April 3, 2009.<ref name="jfh tour">{{cite web |url=http://www.jesusfreakhideout.com/news/2009/03/30.SUPERCHICK%20RALLIES%20FANS%20FOR%20HEY!%20HEY!%20TOUR.asp |title=Superchick Rallies Fans For "Hey! Hey! (That's Freedom You Hear)" Tour |access-date=April 5, 2009 |publisher=Jesus Freak Hideout |date=March 30, 2009}}</ref>
!rowspan="2" width="33"| Year
!rowspan="2" width="215"| Album details
!colspan="2"| Peak chart positions
!rowspan="2" width="145"| Sales
!rowspan="2" width="125"| [[Music recording sales certification|Certifications]]<br /><small>([[List of music recording sales certifications|sales thresholds]])</small>
|-
!style="width:2em;font-size:75%"| [[Billboard 200|US]]
!style="width:2em;font-size:75%"| US<br>Christian
|-
| 2003
| ''[[Regeneration (Superchick album)|Regeneration]]''<ref name="ChristianityTodayBiography" />
* Released: October 21, 2003
* Label: Inpop
* Format:
| align="center" |
| align="center" |
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| 2010
| ''[[Reinvention (Superchick album)|Reinvention]]''
* Released: April 20, 2010
* Label: Inpop
* Format:
| align="center" |
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|}


===2010s: Temporary hiatus and death of Lovelace===
===Other Songs===
On June 7, 2011, lead singer Tricia Brock released her debut solo album entitled ''The Road''.
*"Holy Moment" ([[Matt Redman]] Cover) - ''Unshakeable''
*"Rockin' Around The Christmas Tree" - ''Rockin' Around The Christmas Tree Tour 2007''
*"Silent Night" - ''Rockin Around The Christmas Tree Tour 2007''
*"Love Is A Battlefield" ([[Pat Benatar]] Cover) - ''Live Love Tour 2006''


The group announced that former member Chase Lovelace had died. The memorial took place on May 11, 2013. Matt Dally confirmed that "he [Lovelace] is on the new record".<ref>{{cite web | url=https://twitter.com/Superchickmatt/status/333350720252301312 | title=@LABcrab he is on the new record | last1=Dally | first1=Matt | publisher=Twitter | date=May 11, 2013 | access-date=May 11, 2013}}</ref> On May 28, 2013, the band posted "This is the Time" written in memory of Lovelace.<ref>{{cite web | url=http://christianmusiczine.com/superchick-post-new-song-note-about-chases-passing/ | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130905142339/http://christianmusiczine.com/superchick-post-new-song-note-about-chases-passing/ | url-status=usurped | archive-date=September 5, 2013 | last1=Andre | first1=Joshua | title = Superchick Post New Song; Note About Chase's Passing | date = May 28, 2013 | access-date = June 7, 2013}}</ref>
==Headlining Tours==
*This Is Your Anthem Tour (early 2006)
*Live Love Tour (October to December 2006)
*Generation Rising Tour (early 2007)
*SHOUTfest Tour (late 2007)
*Rockin' Around The Christmas Tree Tour (December 2007)
*Cross the Line Tour (March to May 2008)
*Rock What You Got Tour (July to November 2008)
*Hey, Hey - That's Freedom You Hear Tour (started April 2009)
*Alive Tour (early 2010)


===2013: Disbandment===
==Songs in popular media==
On August 11, 2013, Superchick announced on their Facebook page<ref name=close>{{cite web |url=https://www.facebook.com/superchick/posts/10151800418995540 |title=Superchick's closing chapter post |publisher=(Max Hsu) Superchick |via=[[Facebook]] |date=August 11, 2013 |access-date=August 11, 2013 |archive-url=https://archive.today/20130812030701/https://www.facebook.com/superchick/posts/10151800418995540 |archivedate=August 12, 2013 |url-status=live }}</ref> that the band had reached its closing chapter.
Superchick's songs have made over 70 placements in films, television, and videogames.<ref name="ChristianityTodayBiography" />


In the post, Max Hsu stated: "Everyone has new stories to write: Tricia has another solo record coming out, Dave is touring with [[Audio Adrenaline]], Melissa started Rosebuds East, Matt is busy being a realtor/songwriter/daddy daycare and I've got plenty of projects to finish up, including a ThumpMonks record years in the making".<ref name=close /> He also confirmed the release of five new tracks in the future featuring Chase Lovelace.
*In [[2005]], the song "Anthem" from the album ''Beauty From Pain'' was selected to be the theme song for [[MTV|MTV's]] ''[[Real World/Road Rules Challenge: The Gauntlet 2]]''. In [[2006]], Columbia Picture's movie ''[[Zoom (film)|Zoom]]'' featured the song "It's On" also from the album ''[[Beauty From Pain]]''. The same song was used in a trailer for the 2007 film ''[[Nancy Drew (2007 film)|Nancy Drew]]''.

*Also in [[2006]], the song "We Live" is used as the theme song for the ABC series ''[[Brothers & Sisters (TV series)|Brothers & Sisters]]''.
===2016: Reunion===
*Their song "Stand in the Rain" hit #1 on the [[R&R (magazine)|R&R]] Christian Hit Radio (CHR) chart in October 2006. The song spent 9 weeks at #1, and was the 18th most played CHR song in 2007.<ref name=RR2007CHR>[http://www.radioandrecords.com/Formats/Charts/YearEnd/07/Christian_CHR_songs.asp 2007 Year End Charts/Top Christian CHR songs], [[R&R (magazine)|R&R magazine]], Retrieved January 6, 2008</ref>
On June 27, 2016, a photo was posted of the band rehearsing for an upcoming reunion show.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://web.facebook.com/superchick/photos/a.153862065539.150988.21446340539/10154173155675540/?type=3&theater |archive-url=https://ghostarchive.org/iarchive/facebook/21446340539/10154173155675540 |archive-date=2022-02-26 |url-access=limited| title=Getting the band back together?!... | publisher=Superchick via [[Facebook]] | date=June 28, 2016 | access-date=December 2, 2016}}{{cbignore}}</ref> The band then performed at [[Lifest]] on July 9, 2016, which featured the line-up of Tricia Brock, Max Hsu, Dave Ghazarian, Matt Dally, Andy Vegas and Brandon Estelle.{{citation needed|date=February 2017}} In an interview at the show posted on [[YouTube]], Brock said that they were asked to perform one last show at the site of their first show.<ref>{{cite web|title=Superchick interview| date=July 10, 2016 |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QS9KpFrjj8o |archive-url=https://ghostarchive.org/varchive/youtube/20211222/QS9KpFrjj8o |archive-date=2021-12-22 |url-status=live|publisher=snyderrob|access-date=December 5, 2017}}{{cbignore}}</ref> The show was a one-off and also considered as a final concert for the band. It was later posted on Facebook Live.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://web.facebook.com/superchick/videos/10154202200985540/| title=Reunion show! | publisher=Superchick via [[Facebook]] | date=July 9, 2016 | access-date=December 2, 2016}}</ref>
*The song "Get Up" was a part of the ''[[Ice Princess]]'' soundtrack and is used in films like ''[[Holiday in the Sun (movie)|Holiday in the Sun]]''.

*The song "It's On" featured in the film ''[[Bring It On: In It to Win It]]''.
==Members==
*The song "One Girl Revolution" was most notably used in the movie ''[[Legally Blonde]]''. It is also featured in the Disney movie ''[[Cadet Kelly]]'' and ''[[Holiday in the Sun (movie)|Holiday in the Sun]]''.
[[File:Superchick.jpg|thumb|right|Superchick performing in June 2006]]
*The song "Pure" and "It's On" was used in the [[Cartoon Network (United States)|Cartoon Network]] movie ''[[Re-Animated]]''.
'''Final line-up''' <ref name="sjfh">{{cite web|url=http://www.jesusfreakhideout.com/artists/Superchick.asp|title=Superchick at ''Jesus Freak Hideout''|publisher=Jesus Freak Hideout|access-date=December 2, 2016}}</ref>
*The song "Not Done Yet" was also in the films ''Holiday in the Sun'' and ''[[Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen]]''.
* [[Tricia Brock|Tricia Baumhardt]] – lead vocals <small>(1999–2013, 2016)</small>
*The song "Na Na" was used in the film ''Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen''.
* Dave Ghazarian – lead guitar <small>(1999–2013, 2016)</small>
*Their music has been used as background music in the television show ''Making the Band''.
* Matt Dally – bass guitar, rap vocals, keyboards <small>(1999–2013, 2016)</small>
*The song "Rock What You Got" was featured in an episode of ''[[The Hills]]''. The song was inspired by the story of The Ugly Duckling. <ref>[http://inthetimes.com/entertainment33.html ''Superchic[k] Reinvention / Stories Behind the Songs''], InTheTimes.com, retrieved May 28 2010</ref>
* Max Hsu – DJ, keyboards <small>(1999–2013, 2016)</small>
*"It's On" appears in [[Bring It On: In It to Win It|Bring It On: In It To Win It]]
* Andy Vegas – percussion <small>(1999–2001, 2016)</small>
*The song "So Beautiful" is featured in a trailer of ABC's new show ''[[True Beauty (TV Show)|True Beauty]]''.
* Brandon Estelle – drums <small>(2004–2009, 2016)</small>
*"So Beautiful," was selected as the theme song for ''Running In Heels''

*The song "Stand In The Rain" was featured as the trailer instrumental for the fifth season of ''[[The Hills]]''.
'''Former members'''<ref name="sjfh">{{cite web|url=http://www.jesusfreakhideout.com/artists/Superchick.asp|title=Superchick at ''Jesus Freak Hideout''|publisher=Jesus Freak Hideout|access-date=December 2, 2016}}</ref>
*The song "Cross That Line" was featured in an episode of The City.
* Justin Sharbono – guitar <small>(1999–2002)</small>
*The song "One Girl Revolution" was featured in season 1 episode "An Unexpected Call" of ''[[The Hills]]''
* Ben Dally – drums <small>(1999–2001)</small>
*Several of their songs were used in the show ''[[Joan of Arcadia]]''. In episode 20, season 1, 'Anonymous, "Get Up" is heard at the start, and the song "Alright" featured at the start of episode 19, 'Do The Math'.
* Brian Fitch – drums <small>(2002–2003)</small>
*Their songs "Rock What You Got" and "Anthem" were in the show ''[[Make It or Break It]]'' during season 1 episode 5, 'Like Mother, Like Daughter, Like Supermodel'.
* Aaron Tosti – drums <small>(2004)</small>
*The song "Rock What You Got" was featured on the Radio commercial for E!'s reality show "Denise Richards: It's complicated"
* Clayton Hunt – drums <small>(2009–2010)</small>
*Several of their songs were used in the Ps2 video game S.L.A.I
* Chase Lovelace – drums <small>(2010–2012, died 2013)</small>
*Their songs "Hey Hey" and "Alive" was used in the season finale of Make It Or Break It, 2010
* Dave Clo – bass guitar, acoustic guitar <small>(2002–2003, 2012)</small>
*Their song "Hero" was used as NBC's theme song in 2009.
* Melissa Brock – rhythm guitar, harmony vocals <small>(1999–2011, 2013)</small>

==Discography==
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'''Studio albums'''
* ''[[Karaoke Superstars]]'' (2001)
* ''[[Last One Picked]]'' (2002)
* ''[[Beauty from Pain]]'' (2005)
* ''[[Rock What You Got]]'' (2008)


==References==
==References==
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==External links==
{{Commons cat|Superchick}}
*[http://www.superchickonline.com/ Official Superchick Website]
*[http://www.christianitytoday.com/music/reviews/2006/beautyfrompain11.html Beauty From Pain 1.1] review at [[Christianity Today|ChristianityToday.com]]


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Latest revision as of 09:44, 15 October 2024

Superchick
Background information
Also known asSuperchic[k]
OriginChicago, Illinois, United States
GenresCCM, pop punk, rap rock, hard rock, pop, R&B
Years active1999–2013, 2016
LabelsColumbia, Inpop
Past members
  • Max Hsu
  • Tricia Baumhardt
  • Matt Dally
  • Dave Ghazarian
  • Melissa Brock
  • Clayton Hunt
  • Brian Fitch
  • Justin Sharbono
  • Andy Vegas
  • Dave Clo
  • Ben Dally
  • Brandon Estelle
  • Aaron Tosti
  • Chase Lovelace
Websitewww.superchickonline.com

Superchick, originally known as Superchic[k], was an American Christian rock/alternative pop band that debuted in 1999 and disbanded in 2013. Their music incorporated various styles such as pop, punk, rock, rap, and R&B. Their sound has been compared to mainstream artists like No Doubt and Avril Lavigne only with a heavier sound.[1] Superchick has had five songs reach No. 1 on music charts,[1] and their song "Stand in the Rain" held the No. 1 spot for nine weeks on R&R Christian Hit Radio (CHR) chart in 2006/2007.

History

[edit]

1999: Debut

[edit]

Superchick made their debut in 1999 at an Audio Adrenaline concert in front of an audience of 5,000. They continued to perform at live events throughout that year.

Early 2000s: Karaoke Superstars and Last One Picked

[edit]

Superchick self-released their first album in 2000. The album was re-released with three added remix tracks after they signed to Inpop Records, and became their first official album: Karaoke Superstars. Since then, their music has appeared in several movies and television shows, including the 2001 movie Legally Blonde, the 2002 made for TV Disney movie Cadet Kelly, and the 2009 movie To Save a Life. Last One Picked was released on October 8, 2002.

Mid-2000s: Beauty from Pain

[edit]

Superchick signed with mainstream record label Columbia Records to promote their 2005 album Beauty from Pain, resulting in their 2006 mainstream debut Beauty from Pain 1.1.[2] The re-release album contains their signature hit "Stand in the Rain".[2] Their music has received favorable reviews in both Christian and mainstream publications.

Late 2000s: Grammy nomination and Rock What You Got

[edit]
Opening night of their Hey! Hey! (That's Freedom You Hear) tour

On December 4, 2008, Superchick was nominated for their first Grammy Award. The group was recognized in the category of "Best Rock Or Rap Gospel Album" for their 2008 album, Rock What You Got which was featured on ABC Family's Make It or Break It. The band launched their "Hey! Hey! (That's Freedom You Hear)" Tour on April 3, 2009.[3]

2010s: Temporary hiatus and death of Lovelace

[edit]

On June 7, 2011, lead singer Tricia Brock released her debut solo album entitled The Road.

The group announced that former member Chase Lovelace had died. The memorial took place on May 11, 2013. Matt Dally confirmed that "he [Lovelace] is on the new record".[4] On May 28, 2013, the band posted "This is the Time" written in memory of Lovelace.[5]

2013: Disbandment

[edit]

On August 11, 2013, Superchick announced on their Facebook page[6] that the band had reached its closing chapter.

In the post, Max Hsu stated: "Everyone has new stories to write: Tricia has another solo record coming out, Dave is touring with Audio Adrenaline, Melissa started Rosebuds East, Matt is busy being a realtor/songwriter/daddy daycare and I've got plenty of projects to finish up, including a ThumpMonks record years in the making".[6] He also confirmed the release of five new tracks in the future featuring Chase Lovelace.

2016: Reunion

[edit]

On June 27, 2016, a photo was posted of the band rehearsing for an upcoming reunion show.[7] The band then performed at Lifest on July 9, 2016, which featured the line-up of Tricia Brock, Max Hsu, Dave Ghazarian, Matt Dally, Andy Vegas and Brandon Estelle.[citation needed] In an interview at the show posted on YouTube, Brock said that they were asked to perform one last show at the site of their first show.[8] The show was a one-off and also considered as a final concert for the band. It was later posted on Facebook Live.[9]

Members

[edit]
Superchick performing in June 2006

Final line-up [10]

  • Tricia Baumhardt – lead vocals (1999–2013, 2016)
  • Dave Ghazarian – lead guitar (1999–2013, 2016)
  • Matt Dally – bass guitar, rap vocals, keyboards (1999–2013, 2016)
  • Max Hsu – DJ, keyboards (1999–2013, 2016)
  • Andy Vegas – percussion (1999–2001, 2016)
  • Brandon Estelle – drums (2004–2009, 2016)

Former members[10]

  • Justin Sharbono – guitar (1999–2002)
  • Ben Dally – drums (1999–2001)
  • Brian Fitch – drums (2002–2003)
  • Aaron Tosti – drums (2004)
  • Clayton Hunt – drums (2009–2010)
  • Chase Lovelace – drums (2010–2012, died 2013)
  • Dave Clo – bass guitar, acoustic guitar (2002–2003, 2012)
  • Melissa Brock – rhythm guitar, harmony vocals (1999–2011, 2013)

Discography

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Main article: Superchick discography

Studio albums

References

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