Real Friends, an emo punk-pop group hailing from Tinley Park, Illinois, formed in 2010 by Kyle Fasel and Dave Knox. Drawing inspiration from bands like Brand New and the Starting Line, the band's introspective songs often touch on themes of mental health and moving forward. With vocalist Dan Lambton and drummer Brian Blake, the band self-released their debut EP This Is Honesty in 2011, followed by several more EPs leading up to their 2014 debut album Maybe This Place Is the Same and We're Just Changing, which charted at number 24 on the Billboard 200. Real Friends continued their success with the release of The Home Inside My Head in 2016, showcasing more personal and emotionally impactful material.

Real Friends, known for their cathartic and introspective music, quickly gained popularity after their formation in 2010 in Illinois. With heartfelt lyrics addressing mental health and the challenges of moving on, the band's debut EP This Is Honesty set the stage for their subsequent releases. Signing with Fearless Records in 2013, the band found success with their debut album Maybe This Place Is the Same and We're Just Changing, which charted impressively and led to performances at events like the 2014 Vans Warped Tour. Real Friends continued to evolve their sound with the release of The Home Inside My Head in 2016, delving into even more personal and emotionally resonant material.