The Orwells

The Orwells
The Orwells performing at Pointfest
The Orwells performing at Pointfest
Background information
OriginElmhurst, Illinois, United States
GenresPunk rock, garage rock revival, garage punk, indie rock
Years active2009–2018, 2023–present
LabelsAtlantic, Autumn Tone, Canvasback Music
MembersMario Cuomo
Dominic Corso
Grant Brinner
Henry Brinner
Past membersMatt O'Keefe
Websitetheorwells.com

The Orwells are an American rock band from Elmhurst, a suburb west of Chicago, Illinois, United States.[1] The members include Mario Cuomo (vocals), Dominic Corso (guitar), Grant Brinner (bass), and Henry Brinner (drums).[2] Their debut album Remember When was released in August 2012.[2] The band is known for their song "Who Needs You", which was performed on the Late Show with David Letterman and was featured in an Apple commercial for the iPad Air 2.

  1. ^ Pavlik, Carol. "Elmhurst Punk Band Headed for the Spotlight at Austin's South by Southwest". Elmhurst Patch. Retrieved January 7, 2013.[permanent dead link]
  2. ^ a b "Orwells". Autumn Tone. Archived from the original on January 27, 2013. Retrieved December 31, 2012.