Battle Tapes is an electro synth rock band based in Los Angeles, California. Founded in late 2010 by frontman Josh Boardman the band features keyboardist Riley Mackin, bassist Stephen Bannister and drummer J.J. Bower. Battle Tapes released their first body of work, “Sleepwalker” in the Summer of 2011. The self-released six-track EP features the standout track of the same name, as well as remix contributions from fellow up-and-coming artists. The group released their second EP, “Sweatshop Boys” in the Spring of 2012, further blurring the lines between indie rock and dance music. Battle Tapes performs regularly in the Los Angeles area, at venues throughout Hollywood, Silver Lake and Echo Park.