The Hold Steady are a rock band from Minneapolis (later Brooklyn) known for their literate, Springsteen-inflected bar rock and Craig Finn's rapid-fire spoken-word vocals that weave together recurring characters and Catholic guilt into vivid narrative epics. Their breakout album Separation Sunday stands as one of the defining indie rock records of the 2000s, and Stay Positive doubled down on their anthemic, arena-ready sound. Fans of big guitars, big themes, and even bigger choruses will find plenty to love across their catalog.
