Prior Commitments by Family Obligation
Tracklist
| 1. | Ghost Situation | 2:33 |
| 2. | Laundry Chute | 2:23 |
| 3. | Prior Commitments | 3:44 |
| 4. | Pity Parade | 3:13 |
| 5. | Panic Adjacent | 2:54 |
| 6. | Existential and Sad | 4:39 |
| 7. | She's a Mess | 3:55 |
| 8. | The Equation | 3:56 |
| 9. | Volvo | 3:30 |
| 10. | Misnomer | 2:24 |
| 11. | Friends Again | 3:08 |
| 12. | 86'd | 2:27 |
| 13. | Tired of Living | 6:10 |
Credits
released October 1, 2025
Family Obligation is:
Christie Dierk - Vocals
Kevin Ryan - Guitar / Vocals
Kyle Lester - Bass
Micah Turney - Drums
Featuring
Bobby Dierk on trombone (Tracks 8, 12, and 13)
Gabe Horn on lap steel guitar (Tracks 8, 10, and 13)
Brian Lockrem on trumpet (Tracks 8, 12, and 13)
Dan Root on saxophone (Tracks 8 and 13)
Recorded, mixed, and mastered by Ryan Perras at District Recording
© 2025 Family Obligation
Family Obligation is:
Christie Dierk - Vocals
Kevin Ryan - Guitar / Vocals
Kyle Lester - Bass
Micah Turney - Drums
Featuring
Bobby Dierk on trombone (Tracks 8, 12, and 13)
Gabe Horn on lap steel guitar (Tracks 8, 10, and 13)
Brian Lockrem on trumpet (Tracks 8, 12, and 13)
Dan Root on saxophone (Tracks 8 and 13)
Recorded, mixed, and mastered by Ryan Perras at District Recording
© 2025 Family Obligation
License
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Family Obligation delivers catchy pop melodies dripping with angst, glitter, and distortion. Their nostalgic sound is reminiscent of 90s power pop. Based in San Jose, CA, the band is known for energetic live performances and cat-themed merch. Family Obligation, FO for short, is comprised of singer-songwriter Christie Dierk, guitarist Kevin Ryan, bassist Kyle Lester, and drummer Micah Turney.