We are Actual Villains, After five years of international touring as post hardcore band Close to Home (Razor & tie / Artery Recordings) and the departure of the founding member Josh Wells, the guys from CTH set out to create for themselves a new image, attitude, and sound. As their song writing matured they turned away from breakdowns and screaming and turned their focus toward writing their catchiest, most real songs yet. This new sound is something they believe can bridge the gap between the "scene" and the mainstream markets, with hard hitting music and strong real life inspired lyrics. This hard hitting catchy rock band blends elements of pop punk, radio rock, and heavy metal. For fans of Taking back Sunday, Mayday Parade, Good Charlotte, Papa Roach, A Day to Remember, and Bring me the horizon.