The band 2-Dayz started as high school sophomores in a class in Las Vegas’ Liberty High School called Electric Mayhem. They continued to play together after they graduated, creating music and starting to play live shows in local scene in Las Vegas. In February of 2025 they recorded and released their debut EP called “The Mongoose”, recorded and produced at GoodGirlfriend Records in Vegas. Their single "Tidal Wave” has been played several times on local X Pauly Kover show on 107.5 and recently another track called "Brainworm" was played as well on a radio show. They were featured on September 26th on The Morning Blend on ABC-13 and played at The Whiskey in LA on September 5 while in Los Angeles filming a music video. The band has a fall tour scheduled now in Las Vegas and in January will return to The Whiskey and then tour San Diego.

How did 2Dayz form, and how did you all choose the name?

Collin Cutshaw (lead vocals): We all met at Liberty High School during our Sophomore year where we got into music and playing band in my and Matt’s living room (Kaiel’s garage on occasions). We hit our stride during Senior year where we all got to play during lunch through our music teachers Electric Mayhem program (a class where students formed rock bands). As for the genesis for the band’s name, that’s our little secret ;)

Tell us a little about your EP, The Mongoose, and what's the story behind the title?

Collin: It all started with Tidal Wave I suppose, a surf rock anthem we came up with towards the tail end of our high-school journey. Through Tidal Wave, we used the momentum to build up our more rigid, indie rock sound with singles like Brain Worm and Hit The Ground. The summer after graduation, I went on a family trip to Kona island where, scurrying around the tourist centers, were these straw shaped mammals in constant motion, the island's Mongoose. Seeing these charming yet mischievous creatures stuck with me even after returning to Nevada. In Aydin's garage, we were crafting out a groovy, beat-centric track that just needed lyrics, so I started singing about a party animal called Mongoose, a disheveled youth who coasted through Vegas party life. Great visuals there followed by an even better bass and guitar, a real show stopper at places like Voodoo Brewery. We finished off our first batch of originals with More Than This and wanted to tie it all together with a concept EP that followed our harrowing Mongoose and a night of semi-lucid tales of degeneracy followed by a brief moment of catharsis. It was only natural we called it Mongoose.

What's it like balancing being recent high school graduates with the demands of being in a rising band?

Collin: We all have jobs and other obligations that come with being young adults so finding time to work on our art can be challenging. However, we always try to make time once a week to get practice in or develop our social presence.

Each of you has a unique role. What does everyone bring to the group, musically and personally?

Collin: I personally bring the lyrics and melodies for a lot of our tracks. I love storytelling, everyone does, so trying to create a memorable narrative over rock is a dream come reality. My favorite lyrics are from our song, Cowboys No More; the story of a disgruntled ex Cowboy being brain washed from his boxy tv to go out into the middle of the desert, and try and kill a Martian.

How would you describe your sound, and who are your biggest musical influences, both as individuals and as a band?

Collin: Our sound, in my humble opinion as lead vocals, is a marriage between garage rock revival and pop punk, but we don’t really know ourselves if we’re being honest. It’s 2-Dayz, and that’s that. As for musical influences, I wouldn't be here if it wasn’t for Gorillaz, their The Now Now album is still a cornerstone in my musical DNA. Radiohead’s Ok Computer, Tame Impala’s Lonerism, and all of Ginger Root have been monumental influences.

What's the best part about being a band from Las Vegas, and how has the city's music scene influenced you?

Collin: The people you play with, 100%. There hasn’t been a single band 2-Dayz has performed with that has sounded the same and that flavor is super inspiring. Getting to play with acts like Mojo Reggae have been a blast. The music scene has included diving into ska, something that we were heavily associated with at the start of playing gigs. Such a cool sound.

What was the creative and recording process like for this EP? Did you face any challenges?

Collin: We recorded with Good Girlfriend Records and its founder, Tommy (WE LOVE YOU TOMMY!) and the production took place for around 2-3 months. It went pretty smooth all things consider, being in that studio setting really helps develop ideas in a way you can’t really get with playing only live at shows.

If you had to pick one song from The Mongoose that best represents the band, which one would it be and why?

Collin: Brain Worm. Dynamic, raw drums with that smooth bass sneaking up throughout the track, hooks from rhythm guitar that wiggle its way into your head, whaling sonics from lead, all packaged about overpowering an overly critical worm lodged in the head? Yeah, that’s 2-Days.

What's one thing you want listeners to take away from listening to the EP?

Collin: Strong imagery from the imagination. Music transcends physical media for me when it comes to narrative storytelling so if we get you lost in that party the Mongoose is at, we did our job.

Who wrote the songs on the EP, and where do you find inspiration for the lyrics?

Collin: I wrote all the lyrics for the EP. A lot of the inspiration came from personal anxiety when it came to that transition period between carefree free high school life and going to college. It was very therapeutic.

You've been featured on the radio and on ABC Channel 13. What was it like getting that kind of media attention?

Collin: Phenomenal, it’s our most viewed clip on Instagram and helped us grow over the span of an hour. We loved the people at the studio for their patience and hospitality.

Was it a surprise to get that much media coverage so early in your career?

Collin: Honestly, not really. When you have Nicky in your corner these opportunities sprout up left and right. Still, a beyond cool experience.

What was your experience like playing at the Whiskey in LA? Was it a dream come true?

Collin: That and a sprinkle bit more. The history, the acoustics, the stage, and all the other musical acts were deliciously great.

What's the biggest difference between playing for a local crowd in Las Vegas and performing in a famous venue like the Whiskey?

Collin: 100% the sound, it was one of the first times I could hear everyone while performing. We’ve never sounded better.

Do you have a favorite memory from any of your live shows so far?

Collin: My personal favorite moment was when we were doing a gig at Eagle Aerie and we tossed our inflatable aliens into the crowd with the intent to play a game of hot potato; whoever had an alien got a t-shirt. They all popped within the first 30 seconds but still, it was fun.

What does the upcoming tour in San Diego mean to the band?

Collin: Another opportunity to share our sound in a new spot? Sounds like another great memory waiting to be made!

What's next for 2Dayz? Do you have plans for a full-length album?

Collin: Without spoiling anything, we got a full length album in the works that will be a huge direction shift in our musical. A natural evolution that we’re thrilled to explore and release to the public.

What's the ultimate dream for the band? What would you consider "making it"?

Collin: If we’re big enough to where kids are playing covers of our tracks, the same way we got started, that’s when we’ve made it.

How do you handle creative differences or disagreements within the band?

Collin: Thumbwars, losing party has their input ignored. Democracy at its finest. (We talk it out like adults).

What advice would you give to other young musicians trying to start a band?)

Collin: A film maker who I admire was asked by one of his fans: how do I get into making movies?

His response was on the lines of if you're asking that question, you're doing it wrong, just go out and make movies. My same thought is with music. Go out, make friends (or be a rad solo act), make music with cheap equipment that you like, and throw at the void to see if you get a response. Either way, you’ll find stuff about yourself and build character.

What’s something surprising about being in a band that most people don’t know?

Collin: A lot of songs from us aren’t crafted over months like some people think music is made, a lot of it is our guitarist having a riff and going from there.

Who would be your dream artist to tour with or open for?

Collin: For me, Ginger Root. PLEASE GINGER ROOT!!

What’s a song you wish you had written, any genre?

Collin: Airbag from Radiohead. One of the best album openings ever made. If you have listened to it, do yourself a favor.

Is there anything else you want our readers to know about 2-Dayz?

Collin: Pizza in the morning, evening, and at supper time…beef!

Anyone you'd like to thank for their support?

Collin: We at the band have several people we’d like thank: Aydin’s parents for letting us rock in their garage while his mom works at home, Nicky (Matt’s mom) for being a shooting star of a manager, Collin’s mom for making us our first merch, Ryan Dudder (our high school music teacher) for teaching us theory and overall band ethics, Cam, Zaylie, and Wyatt for making the bands art, and all the people who’ve been following us ever since our first single on Spotify. 2-Dayz wouldn’t be a reality if not for these people.

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