Goes The Dynamite (stylized as GOES THE DYNAMITE) is a Queen City based pop trio whose members include local indie music veterans Josh Purnell (guitar/vocals), Aaron Scott (bass/vocals), and Shawn Scott (lead vocals/guitar). Their music cleverly sprinkles modern pop sensibilities with 80s-inspired synth, dance, and R&B rhythms. Never taking themselves too seriously, the group injects sophisticated melodies with subtle humor, inviting an effortless good time for the listener.The group was
Goes The Dynamite (stylized as GOES THE DYNAMITE) is a Queen City based pop trio whose members include local indie music veterans Josh Purnell (guitar/vocals), Aaron Scott (bass/vocals), and Shawn Scott (lead vocals/guitar). Their music cleverly sprinkles modern pop sensibilities with 80s-inspired synth, dance, and R&B rhythms. Never taking themselves too seriously, the group injects sophisticated melodies with subtle humor, inviting an effortless good time for the listener.
The group was started after an informal musical chat Shawn refers to as "The Parking Lot Proposal," when the three realized they share a remarkably similar passion and vision for songwriting. “Talking with Josh in the parking lot after a concert, I mentioned that Aaron and I had been working on some songs,” Shawn says. “I asked if he would be interested in joining us, and right away, the vibe gelled. It wasn’t long before we had several songs fully fleshed out."
Eschewing the traditional approach—write a few songs, book some gigs, start playing out—the group opted instead to focus solely on writing and recording their first album. Nearly four years later, that effort has culminated in their self-titled debut consisting of 10 imminently listenable, infectiously danceable tracks scheduled for release in 2024.
