Draft:TV COMA

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Declined by HitroMilanese 18 days ago. Last edited by Auric 16 days ago. Reviewer: Inform author.

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Comment: Please see WP:NBAND and demonstrate notability accordingly. Hitro talk 21:08, 4 January 2026 (UTC)

Comment: In accordance with Wikipedia's Conflict of interest guideline, I disclose that I have a conflict of interest regarding the subject of this article. Maxarjuntroy (talk) 20:57, 4 January 2026 (UTC)

TV Coma is a British rock band from St Albans, Hertfordshire, England. The band is known for its blend of punk rock, power pop, and indie rock, and emerged from the UK alternative music scene in the late 2010s.

History

Formation and early years

TV Coma was formed in St Albans, Hertfordshire, by siblings Leo Troy and Max Troy, alongside other musicians from the local scene. The band name has been described as a commentary on millennial culture.^[1]

Signing and early releases

In 2019, TV Coma signed to the independent label Wiretap Records. Shortly after signing, the band released their debut EP, Body Negativity, which helped establish their presence within the UK and international punk and indie scenes.^[2]

The EP was supported by singles such as "Have A Party", accompanied by a music video and live performances.^[3]

Style and reception

TV Coma's sound has been described as combining punk energy with melodic songwriting. Their music has received airplay and support from platforms including BBC Introducing and independent radio stations, as well as inclusion on curated streaming playlists.^[4]

Debut album

In 2021, TV Coma released their debut studio album, Wuss. The album was preceded by the single "Celebrities" and explores themes of social pressure, generational identity, and modern cultural anxiety. The album title references themes discussed in Bret Easton Ellis’s essay Generation Wuss.^[5]

Philanthropy

In 2020, the band released a charity covers album titled Sing the Hits, with proceeds donated to the Music Venue Trust Crisis Fund to support grassroots music venues during the COVID-19 pandemic.^[6]

Members

Current members

Leo Troy – vocals, guitar
Max Troy – guitar, vocals
Laurie Rothwell – Drums
Jamie Rider – Bass

Former and touring members

Various bassists and drummers (2018–present)

Discography

Studio albums

Wuss (2021)

Extended plays

Body Negativity (2019)
The Fun Is Over (2023)

Singles

"Have A Party" (2019)
"Celebrities" (2021)

References

^ "Interview: Introducing indie-rock quartet TV Coma". Flavourmag. Retrieved 6 January 2026.
^ "TV Coma sign to Wiretap Records". The Punk Site. Retrieved 6 January 2026.
^ "TV Coma reveal new video from forthcoming EP". PlanetMosh. Retrieved 6 January 2026.
^ "TV Coma artist profile". Hotvox. Retrieved 6 January 2026.
^ "TV Coma return with debut album 'Wuss' and Celebrities video". The Punk Site. Retrieved 6 January 2026.
^ "TV Coma sing the hits in aid of Music Venue Trust Crisis Fund". The Punk Site. Retrieved 6 January 2026.

Category:British rock music groups Category:English punk rock groups Category:Musical groups from Hertfordshire Category:Musical groups established in the 2010s

[1] "Interview: Introducing indie-rock quartet TV Coma". Flavourmag. Retrieved 6 January 2026.

[2] "TV Coma sign to Wiretap Records". The Punk Site. Retrieved 6 January 2026.

[3] "TV Coma reveal new video from forthcoming EP". PlanetMosh. Retrieved 6 January 2026.

[4] "TV Coma artist profile". Hotvox. Retrieved 6 January 2026.

[5] "TV Coma return with debut album 'Wuss' and Celebrities video". The Punk Site. Retrieved 6 January 2026.

[6] "TV Coma sing the hits in aid of Music Venue Trust Crisis Fund". The Punk Site. Retrieved 6 January 2026.

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