The Modbeats Chronicle Rebellion, Nostalgia, and Rock ’n’ Roll Survival. A love letter to the golden age of rock and roll and a candid reflection on modern life, Ballad of a Starving Artist marks the debut LP from fast-rising New Jersey band The Modbeats. Drawing from a vibrant mix of surf rock, power pop, blues, psychedelia, and rockabilly, the album captures The Modbeats’ ability to channel timeless influences into something bold, fresh, and unmistakably their own. Ballad of a Starving Artist is now available on all major streaming platforms and vinyl via Mayleen Records.