13th Hour formed in Somerset, Kentucky with Alison Held on vocals, Jeff Diederich on guitar, Dave Vanlandingham on bass, and Kraig Jarman on drums. They released their self-titled debut album in 2001, followed by records like A Distant Land in 2003 and The Days Without in 2005.
Their song Better Off drew attention in 2004 for its direct treatment of depression and suicide. The band defended the track as addressing mental health issues that many listeners faced. Other songs in their catalog include Brian, Fend For Myself, and Punk Like Me.
They put out Last Call in 2010 and Live at the Hard Rock in 2012. The group developed a reputation for live performances that connected with audiences through straightforward, emotionally direct material.
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