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Rival Waves Marks 2 Years of 'A Meaningless Chaos'
Celebrating the LP That Put Rival Waves on the Map
Two years ago, Rival Waves released their debut full-length album A Meaningless Chaos — a bold, sonically charged collection that blended alt-rock, grunge, and punk influences into a modern sound that resonated with fans across the globe.
Today, the band celebrates that milestone with a look back at the music, the momentum, and the memories that have defined this chapter.
From the window clings and album art installations at Waterloo Records to a packed album release show at ACL Live at 3TEN, A Meaningless Chaos wasn’t just an album — it was a movement. It marked the solidification of Rival Waves’ lineup and identity, giving fans an LP full of conviction, energy, and urgency.
The Album That Started the Fire
Recorded at The Bubble Studios in Austin, TX, with producer Chris “Frenchie” Smith, the 11-track LP fused visceral lyricism with powerful production, tackling themes of disillusionment, identity, and transformation.
Singles like “100M,” “NAMI,” and “ISLA3” drew airplay not just in Austin, but in the UK, Australia, and South America, helping the band break out of local circuits and reach international ears.
To date, A Meaningless Chaos has garnered nearly 500,000 streams and continues to pull in new listeners who are discovering Rival Waves through the band’s evolving catalog.
A Look Back — and Ahead
To mark the album’s two-year anniversary, the band is sharing rare photos and behind-the-scenes moments from the A Meaningless Chaos era on Instagram — from recording sessions to fan-filled nights on stage. The limited-edition vinyl is still available in their official store for those who want to own a piece of the band’s history.
Rival Waves has since followed up the album with a string of successful singles — including 2024 standouts like “Time’s Up,” “SLANT,” and the latest release “New Fear,” all of which have hit 100,000+ streams individually. But it all started with A Meaningless Chaos.
Thank You, RW Community
“To everyone who supported this record — thank you,” says frontman Joel De La Garza. “This album was our stake in the ground. It’s surreal to see what’s come from it, and we’re really excited with what’s next.”
Celebrate the anniversary with us. Spin the record. Crank it loud. And if you haven’t yet, be sure to grab a copy of A Meaningless Chaos on vinyl while it’s still available.