Horizon Point

Horizon Point emerged in 2021 in Modesto, California in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Jen and Jordan Waters formed the band after playing together as an acoustic duo for many years. They were sick of performing at the same local wine bars every weekend, singing cover songs that didn’t reflect their true musical calling. This left Jen and Jordan feeling unfulfilled as songwriters and artists. The shutdown inspired them to reclaim their punk rock roots and strive towards greater authenticity in their music. Horizon Point was born! The band includes Jen Waters (vocals/sax), Jordan Waters (vocals/guitar), Raul Ontiveros (trombone), Adam Castellanos (drums), and Blake Boetto (bass). All members co-collaborate in the songwriting process, and are multi-instrumentalists, making Horizon Point a truly unique and dynamic group. The band has worked diligently to gain recognition in their local and regional scenes, winning “Best Punk Artist” at the Modesto Area Music Awards in 2023, and have now been signed to Manic Kat Records.

Horizon Point’s self-proclaimed genre of “sad ska” fuses catchy horn lines and off-beat rhythms of American ska-punk, with melancholy lyrics, themes of heartbreak and resilience, and a sprinkle of angst. The band’s multi-genre songs blend punk, emo, and ska together in a way that is fresh, bold, and punchy. The songs comment on modern social problems, giving a voice to those who are oppressed, unseen, and experiencing invisible struggles in today’s world. Jen and Jordan are both licensed counselors and use the band’s music as a platform to break the stigma associated with mental health issues. The songs capture the band’s personal experiences healing from trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, and OCD.

Horizon Point independently released their first self-titled EP (2022), followed by the release of their second EP “Midnite Feelings” (2023). They collaborated with the Specialized Project in the UK, and released covers of “Oh Bondage, Up Yours” (2023) and “Billie Jean” (2024) to raise money for Teenage Cancer Trust. Horizon Point also released a full EP of Star Wars theme songs titled “Ska Wars: The 4^th Wave Awakens” (2024). The band ended last year with the release of their much-awaited LP, “What If It All Works Out?” (2024). Horizon Point is currently working on their first EP with Manic Kat Records.

At a Horizon Point show, expect to dance, mosh, get a bit reflective, and have a lot of fun! The music is loud and bright, the performance is engaging and honest, and the atmosphere is safe and accepting. The band aims for an authentic connection with all of their fans and wants everyone to leave the experience feeling energized, uplifted, and inspired.