The Rocket Summer is the emo solo-project of Bryce Avary who is based in Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas. Avary is a multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter, and producer. He writes and produces every song on his records, and plays every instrument on them.
Inspired by bands like Archers Of Loaf, Jets To Brazil and Superchunk,[1] he has released four studio albums and several EPs. His most recent release, Of Men and Angels, held the #1 Top Album spot on iTunes upon its release on February 23, 2010.[2] In April 2008, AP Magazine called him one of "100 bands you need to know."