letlive. is a progressive soul punk band from Los Angeles, California, known for their genre-defying sound, raw intensity, and deeply human energy. Formed in 2002, the band quickly became one of the most vital and fearless voices in alternative music, fusing hardcore, punk, R&B, and soul into a singular sonic identity that defied categorization. Fronted by the dynamic and impassioned Jason Aalon Butler, letlive. built a reputation for music that challenged both the listener and the status quo. Their songs confronted themes of identity, justice, struggle, and liberation with honesty and urgency, creating a catalog that continues to resonate deeply with audiences around the world. 

Their breakout album Fake History (2010) earned widespread critical acclaim for its emotional rawness and innovation, leading to a signing with Epitaph Records. There, the band released The Blackest Beautiful (2013) and If I’m the Devil… (2016), each record marking a bold evolution and further expanding the boundaries of what punk, soul, and truth-telling could sound like. On stage, letlive. became legendary for their chaotic yet cathartic live performances, where vulnerability and volatility collided. Butler’s intensity and the band’s unfiltered connection with audiences transformed every show into something sacred, unpredictable, and unforgettable. Following the release of If I’m the Devil…, the band announced an indefinite hiatus, believing the chapter had come to a close. Years later, they reunited for the Sincerely Yours tour across Europe, Australia, and the United States—a run originally intended as a final farewell. But somewhere along the way, something shifted. The band realized that their story—and the world—still needed more letlive. 

Reignited by founding members Jean Nascimento (guitar) and Jeff Sahyoun (guitar), alongside Butler, the band returned with renewed purpose. They are joined by Ryan Seaman (Falling in Reverse, I DONT KNOW HOW BUT THEY FOUND ME) on drums and Skyler Acord (Issues) on bass. 

In 2026, letlive. continues its rebirth, joining Hawthorne Heights on tour and appearing at major European festivals, including Rock am Ring. For letlive., this is neither a reunion nor a farewell. It is a revival—a recognition that the energy, emotion, and empathy they bring to the stage still matter, and that the world still needs what only letlive. can give.