027 returns following release of new single
Fuzz Rock band 027, is back with their new single, Umbilical Cord.
The band is composed of Keagan Ross (lead guitar and vocalist), Caleb Lavictoire (bass), and Gray Laine (Drums). The Ontario-based trio release unique sounds described as alt metal and sometimes, punk fuzz.
Formed out of friendship and a shared love for music, 027 began as a spontaneous project that quickly evolved into something much more. Ross and Lavictoire have been playing together since Grade 5 and later teamed up with Laine in their late teens.
They explained that music had always been a part of their lives, having picked up instruments at a young age and played in various groups before forming 027.
The band officially came together while they were still in high school, sparked by an unexpected opportunity to perform. With no name and no formal setup, they adopted “027,” a title they had always used for their gaming clans in elementary school.
Over the years, they have focused on growing their sound, playing countless shows, and building a name for themselves in the local scene.
Since their inception in 2022, the band has been fortunate to find a home in welcoming music scenes and communities that have shown them unwavering support.
From the beginning, they’ve been met with open arms, building a loyal and loving fan base comprising both older and younger fans that continues to grow.
“There’s kids who come up and say that their dream is to play with us, and that’s kind of cool, or they’ll come up and tell us they found our CD at a record shop and just happen to play in their town. And I think that’s pretty important to us,” said Ross.
The band returned to their hometown in early June for a heartfelt show that marked a special milestone.
The event drew a crowd of more than 100 enthusiastic fans, many of them young locals, who sang along to every word. For the band, especially Ross and Lavictoire, who grew up in Orangeville, it was a deeply rewarding moment.
In a town where DIY shows were once rare, they helped create a vibrant, welcoming space for live music.
The band believes music should be accessible to everyone as it is a form of art. They feel it would be unfair to restrict access to their music, especially since they are still young and just starting out.
“We try our very, very best to make shows accessible to all ages. Us as a band won’t take our time to book a venue who has age restricted rules, and I think that’s a great message that we like to carry ourselves with, hey, that music and the punk community is just welcoming to anybody, and we can share these songs at a lot of spaces, and we like to choose the ones where everybody’s welcome,” Ross emphasized.
They value the ability of their music to reach and inspire people. They hope it encourages others to express themselves and explore music creatively.
Umbilical Cord is now out on all platforms.
027 is currently on their summer tour in Ontario and will be returning to Toronto on June 22.
