Ciulla-Lipkin fondly reflects on a significant encounter with The 1975 as a pivotal moment for the band. “We were in the midst of working on our EP ‘Light Up’ when we thought, ‘Why not play it for you guys?'” reminisces the vocalist about the memorable 2019 exchange. The 1975 graciously accepted the invitation and welcomed Laundry Day aboard their tour bus, equipped with a studio. “They were so enthusiastic about it. Matty (Healy) even remarked, ‘If you guys continue honing this sound and embrace the ‘pop’ elements, you’re destined for great success.'” To receive such praise from one of our idols was truly remarkable.” Pictured from left to right: Jude Ciulla-Lipkin, Sawyer Nunes, Henry Pearl, and Henry Weingartner of Laundry Day are captured inside the USA TODAY newsroom in New York. Laundry Day delves into their sources of inspiration and collaborations in the music industry. The band’s latest music video accompanies the track “Damn Shame,” featuring various props, including a vintage edition of The Journal News from the New York Yankees’ triumphant World Series in 2000. The Journal News is affiliated with the USA TODAY Network. The video also kicks off with a recognizable voice: Kendall Schmidt from Big Time Rush. “(Schmidt) was one of the first celebrities to engage with our videos,” Ciulla-Lipkin reveals, highlighting the band’s shared admiration for Big Time Rush. “He continued to show support by watching our other videos. It seems we found a place in his online sphere.” Schmidt isn’t the sole celebrity to engage with the group online, as Laundry Day has garnered millions of views and endorsements from the likes of Drake, Olivia Rodrigo, and the aforementioned Matty Healy via TikTok and Instagram. “The best part for me is performing live,” shares Pearl. “When you’re on stage in front of a large audience and they sing along, that’s an incredible experience.” “Going viral on TikTok is also quite exciting,” Ciulla-Lipkin chimes in. “The thrill from that is truly unmatched.” This article was first published on USA TODAY: Laundry Day opens up about their upcoming album and the praise received from The 1975’s Matty Healy
