XIII Minutes, the alternative rock band that made a name for themselves with their chart-topping track “Who Told You” in 2019, has officially signed with NRT Music to expand their next chapter of evolution. After a few years of silence, the band is back and stronger than ever, reuniting with a fresh lineup that brings a renewed sense of purpose and community to their music. The band’s new formation, led by founder and drummer Jamie Kucinski, includes Thomas Wheat (guitar/backing vocals), Jerrod Cunningham (lead vocals), and Justin Elsten (bass/backing vocals).
XIII Minutes will release their first single with NRT Music on March 14 titled “Stay,” a powerful anthem for those battling feelings of hopelessness and loneliness, encouraging listeners to fight through their darkest moments. The song speaks to anyone struggling with suicidal thoughts, depression, or isolation, reminding them that they are not alone.
“We are excited to be part of the NRT Music community, especially as we release this single,” shares Jamie Kucinski. “NewReleaseToday has an amazing platform and a history of excellence. This partnership connects XIII Minutes with an already vibrant platform and will further amplify the message in our music.”
XIII Minutes is preparing to release a string of new singles throughout 2025, continuing to spread their message of hope, resilience, and community to fans both old and new. Having already tested their new lineup on major stages like Lifest and Audiofeed Music Festival, XIII Minutes is poised to expand its reach and make an even more significant impact on the Christian hard rock scene.
Stay tuned for the upcoming single “Stay,” and join XIII Minutes on this exciting new chapter in their journey.
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About XIII Minutes: XIII Minutes is back—reforged as their strongest, hardest-hitting iteration yet. The alternative rock band made a name for themselves with their album Obsessed, released in 2019 via Rottweiler Records. The album spawned the track “Who Told You,” which topped various rock/metal charts. But life seasons changed, and the band went dark. Until now. As the band has taken shape into its brand-new form, listeners have quickly found themselves recognizing the band they’ve always loved in these new trappings. This new cast of players has already been invited to perform on stages such as Exodo Festival in Mexico, Lifest in Oshkosh, WI, The 107.1 KOUJ Block Party in Norman, OK and Kingdom Come Festival in Greenville, IN.
About NRT Music: NRT Music exists to share and grow the art, Gospel messages, and ministries of a diverse group of Christian artists with a growing spirit of excellence. More information can be found at www.NRTMusic.com, and a list of upcoming releases is available at https://nrt.cc/NRTMusicReleaseSchedule.
Follow XIII Minutes:
https://www.facebook.com/xiiiminutesofficial
https://www.instagram.com/xiiiminutesband
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg0rn255jmuAqVFtdyRsUag
For more information, promo requests, or to arrange an interview, please contact Jamie Kucinski at xiiiminutes@yahoo.com.
