Milwaukee pop rock upstarts, hot mess, have today released their latest track, "Jealous Boy", a razor-sharp anthem about envy, insecurity, and the unexpected confidence that comes from confronting both. Built on a foundation of punchy guitars and an electronic undercurrent that keeps the energy kinetic, "Jealous Boy" is a bracingly honest pop song that tangles into alternative rock. Fans can stream "Jealous Boy" Below.
Driven by the kind of self-awareness that only comes after sitting with your worst impulses, "Jealous Boy" finds vocalist Reid Stevenson cataloguing the things he coveted the most and turning that restlessness into a creative breakthrough. Melodically irresistible and lyrically unsparing, this new track pulls from hot mess' pop punk roots while leaning into something more contemporary and production-forward.
Reflecting on the writing process of "Jealous Boy", vocalist Reid Stevenson shares:
"Jealous Boy was written at a time when I was envious of everything I didn’t have. Whether that was an opportunity, an accomplishment, or every song I wish I had written myself. Ironically, the song about those insecurities became my breakthrough. It inspired a creative shift and a new found confidence that helped me let go of the mindset that inspired it."
Stay tuned for more news from hot mess soon.
ABOUT HOT MESS
hot mess is a high energy, pop-rock band formed in 2025 out of Milwaukee, WI. Blending anthemic hooks, punchy guitars, and unapologetic lyrics into a sound that feels nostalgic and refreshingly modern. The band is comprised of members Reid Stevenson (vocals), Sam Theno (guitar), Owen Stevenson (guitar), Trevor Gallagher (bass), and Aidan Scheuren (drums).
hot mess channels themes of ambition, relationships, jealousy, and self reflection. Pulling from their pop-punk roots they push their sound into a contemporary, darker pop-rock territory.
Photo Credit: Ariel Kassulke
