Splitsville is a legendary indie rock band from Baltimore, MD. The group was formed in 1994 by identical twins Brandt and Matt Huseman of the critically acclaimed power pop band The Greenberry Woods, along with former GBW guitar tech and rogue bartender Paul Krysiak. 

 

Their debut album, Splitsville USA (1996), was a raw and energetic introduction to the band’s aesthetic, showcasing their knack for crafting short, punchy, and irresistible tunes. It was recorded in Paul’s brother’s basement over a span of three days. 

 

Ultrasound (1997), the band’s first studio album, demonstrated a more sophisticated approach to songwriting while retaining their signature energy. By the time they released Repeater (1998), the band had fully hit their stride, producing some of their most enduring material. One review called Repeater, "...a smorgasbord of great pop influenced equally by The Beatles, The Zombies, Queen, and the harder side of The Jam." During this time, Splitsville also built a reputation for their electrifying live performances.

 

The Complete Pet Soul (2001) cemented Splitsville’s place in the Power Pop Hall of Fame with a concept album that pays homage to mid-60s pop. The All Music Guide gave the CD a rating of 4 and ½ stars, stating "...the (original) orchestral tracks are nicely balanced with several new songs that recall the low-voltage, almost folk-rock sound that predominated on the original U.S. edition of Rubber Soul." The album was an opportunity for all 3 members to show off their multi-instrumental abilities, but how could they possibly play these lush songs on stage with only three band members? 

 

Enter Tony Waddy, guitarist/vocalist extraordinaire, who helped solidify Splitsville’s sound. The four-piece explored new sonic territories with Incorporated (2003), which Popmatters.com called, “musical magic perpetrated by veteran power pop rockers… their latest and arguably greatest yet.” Soon after Incorporated’s release and subsequent international tour, the band took an extended hiatus, allowing the members to pursue individual projects and get much, much older. 

 

Now Splitsville is back with a new ten-song album, Mobtown (2025), a love letter to their hometown of Baltimore that expands on their timeless sound.