Hot Box Weather

Carmichael, CA

$100 – $300 per event

Travels up to 120 miles

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Overview

Hot Box Weather is an emo/pop rock/post hardcore project based out of Sacramento County. Influenced by bands like Jimmy Eat World, the 1975, and Bon Iver; singer/songwriter Pat Mays blends his variety of influences, and 20 years of live music experience to an audience who is proud to be a part of this music scene. Passionate fans of music, and others who enjoy hearing new music are bound to enjoy a live performance from Hot Box Weather.


Reviews

4 reviews

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Alsx

August 26, 2025

Dope!

Great set great energy!

Hired as: Alternative Band, Indie Band


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Mimi V.

August 25, 2025

Great musician

Amazing lyrics and amazing musical talent

Hired as: Indie Band


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Cathy G.

August 25, 2025

Talented singer songwriter for decades!

This young man has always been a leader…forming bands, writing music & lyrics, performing in different states and locally. Very versatile. Picks up covers easily and can play multiple instruments.

Also very kind and humble.

Hired as: Indie Band


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Sarah D.

August 25, 2025

Bay area punk + midwest emo

Pat Mays of Hot Box Weather is a talented and creative musician. Whether he’s playing a solo acoustic set or with an ensemble on guitar or drums, his vocals shine and his lyrics resonate.

Hired as: Indie Band

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Booking information

Price range: $100 – $300 per event

About

Hot Box Weather is the emo/pop rock/post hardcore project of singer/songwriter Pat Mays. It started in the Bay Area in 2007. Mays had been playing with other projects previous, and with an overflow of song ideas that didn’t fit decided to start a solo project. After gaining more experience touring and playing with his projects “Worthwhile,” and “Second to Last” Mays moved to LA to pursue an education in songwriting and music business. After a few years he decided to move back home to Northern California to continue songwriting. With a variety of influences such as Jimmy Eat World, The 1975, Bon Iver, D’Angelo, Anderson Paak, and so many more; Pat Mays hopes to bring diversity to the emo genre and let his passion shine through.

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