The Swellers talk leaving Fueled By Ramen

In a recent interview with Property Of Zack, The Swellers drummer Jono Diener has discussed the band's decision to leave Fueled By Ramen, as well as their thoughts on the current situation.

Diener said:

"Definitely a few months ago. We all started talking about what was best for us in general. I think a big part of it too was that we kind of realized that they would understand because they have these bands that are doing so well. And then a band from a world like ours. A DIY and I guess punk band being bunched with those other bands doesn’t really make any sense for them because of the way they promote. They have a surefire way of doing promotion for those bands. But when you put a band like us in it, it doesn’t really work. So one thing led to another. The little things added up. Not saying that the label is doing poorly. You look at a band like fun. and they’re breaking world records right now for sales. We just wanted to do our own thing and we think we’ll be better off."

The band's new 7" "Vehicle City Blues" will be released on May 29 through Side One Dummy Records, and can be pre-ordered here.