The New Tropics

Three best friends making tunes for the love of it.

The New Tropics sound like The Beths and Third Eye Blind made out in a thrift store. Based in Nashville, the three-piece blends late-90s/early-00s alt-pop hooks with a modern indie edge. Since forming in 2023, they’ve built a reputation for sharp, nostalgic songwriting and infectious live energy, earning spins on Nashville's Lightning 100 and sharing stages with national touring acts. With a steady run of releases and a growing regional fanbase, The New Tropics are carving out their place in today’s indie pop rock landscape—equal parts retro charm and fresh momentum.

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ROLLING STONE UK: Exploring Identity with The New Tropics: “Wildflower” Unpacks the Beauty of Being Different 

The New Tropics, comprising Cait Fisler, Tim Pombo, and Scotty Wilson, have been steadily sharpening their voice within Nashville’s growing alternative scene, crafting songs that feel emotionally honest without sacrificing momentum or melody. Though they now all call Nashville home, the trio brings together distinctly different backgrounds. Pombo and Wilson are originally from Upstate New York, while Fisler grew up in Maui. That blend of perspectives subtly informs their music, which balances introspection…

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02/20/2026

The New Tropics “Almost” – Casey’s DJ Pick of the Week 

By Brandon Dolan - June 19, 2025

 

The New Tropics’ latest single comes to the realization that sometimes things aren’t meant to be. 

One of Nashville’s most exciting and emerging indie rock talents is back with their newest single, “Almost.” The New Tropics continue to lay the ground for the rollout of their debut EP, titled “Past Tense Love Songs”, releasing July 29th. Formed in 2016, band members Caitlyn Fisler, Scot Wilson, and Tim Pombo have been hot and running since 2023 with releases such as…

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08/15/2025

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