Cartel
Atlanta pop-punk lifers whose 'Chroma' still hits like 2005, a front-to-back scene classic that never needed a follow-up to justify the devotion.
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About Cartel
Cartel formed in Conyers, Georgia, in the early 2000s and became one of the better-known pop-punk bands to emerge from the Atlanta area. Their 2005 album Chroma, which produced the single "Honestly," remains their defining record and a touchstone for listeners who followed the mid-decade pop-punk and emo scene. The band's sound leans on bright guitar hooks, layered vocal harmonies and choruses built for singing along, with more power-pop craft than the harder edge of some of their contemporaries. They have continued to record and tour, but Chroma is still the album audiences turn out for.
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Questions about Cartel
Where is Cartel from?
Cartel is from Conyers, GA.
Is Cartel on tour?
Yes. Cartel has 10 shows listed, from Phoenix, AZ on Nov 12, 2026 to Orlando, FL on Dec 6, 2026.
What kind of music does Cartel play?
Cartel plays pop-punk and power-pop.
What festivals has Cartel played before?
Cartel has played Furnace Fest 2026, Shaky Knees 2026, Riot Fest 2026, Welcome to Rockville 2026.






