Montana-based Alternative Pop songwriter/vocalist Ryan Hayes is the product of hardship and determination. With over a decade of extensive touring and recording as founder of hard-hitting metal outfit Righteous Vendetta, Hayes is a respected veteran in the genre, known for his intense performances and seemingly effortless blend of vocal stylings. Methodically transforming and maturing into a versatile artist, Ryan Hayes has teamed up with songwriter/producer Justin Olmstead to craft their own version of fresh, edgy pop with nods to their gritty rock upbringing. Lyrically driven by Hayes' honesty and transparency, the DIY duo is determined to influence a new wave of artists and listeners alike with their relentless work ethic and non-traditional approach to a pop oriented genre.