This is Me Smiling Tickets

On the schedule

This is Me Smiling Tour Dates & Tickets

Inside the performance

Sound, stage & company

The live experience

What reaches the room

Founded in Chicago in 2005, This is Me Smiling is an indie-leaning rock collective led by Dan Duszynski, Sheldon Miller, Matt Schuessler, and Adam Kaltenhauser. Known for their melodic hooks and thoughtful lyrics, the band carved out a distinctive presence in the mid-2000s Chicago scene and beyond. While their live dates have been sparse in recent years, this page brings you the band's background, key releases, and where fans can explore their music today.

The live experience

What reaches the room

We’ve got you covered for reliable, no-frills information — from essential biographical context to where to listen in today’s streaming landscape. If you’re looking to secure opportunities to see This is Me Smiling live, keep an eye on official channels for any future announcements, and in the meantime explore their discography and bios here.

Onstage company

Documented collaborators

Biography highlights: - Formation: 2005 in Chicago, IL by Dan Duszynski, Sheldon Miller, Matt Schuessler, and Adam Kaltenhauser. - Genre context: An indie rock foundation with punk-era energy and melodic sensibilities recognized by outlets such as AllMusic and iHeartMusic for their biographical and genre notes. Discography highlights: - Only Uphill (2010, self-released) – latest full-length with the band’s characteristic blend of intensity and melody. - This Is Me Smiling (2007, One Haven/Columbia) – first widely distributed album, featuring early versions of their enduring sound. - This Is Me Smiling (2005, Vinyl Summer) – debut album introducing the band’s sonic identity; includes early material later showcased in collections like Mixin' Up Adjectives, tied to Punk-O-Rama-era releases. Current status: - As of 2025, no publicly listed live dates; last known performances occurred around 2010. For fans, streaming platforms remain the primary way to engage with the catalog. Where to listen and follow: - Bandcamp and Apple Music are primary sources for discography and track listings. - Social and official sites provide the most current background and updates. Follow official pages for future tour information as it becomes available.

Artist note

A sourced detail

Official social links (new tab): - Facebook: facebook.com/ThisIsMeSmiling - Instagram: instagram.com/thisisme_smiling - Twitter/X: twitter.com/ThisIsMeSmiling - Official website: thisismesmiling.band Streaming and listening: - Bandcamp: thisismesmiling.bandcamp.com - Apple Music: Apple Music - This is Me Smiling - AllMusic biography: AllMusic - iHeartMusic: iHeartMedia - This is Me Smiling

The essentials

Quick Facts About This is Me Smiling

Formed in Chicago in 2005 by Dan Duszynski, Sheldon Miller, Matt Schuessler, and Adam Kaltenhauser (bio and genre overview).
Albums, most recent first: Only Uphill (2010, self-released); This Is Me Smiling (2007, One Haven/Columbia); This Is Me Smiling (2005, Vinyl Summer).
Debut 2005 album includes the track Mixin' Up Adjectives (billed on Punk-O-Rama 2005 era material).
Bandcamp and Apple Music remain primary sources for discography and track listings; iHeartMusic and AllMusic provide biographical/genre context.
As of 2025, no publicly listed live dates; the last known performances occurred around 2010.

The records

This is Me Smiling Discography

Only Uphill
2010 · Self-released
This Is Me Smiling
2007 · One Haven / Columbia Records
This Is Me Smiling
2005 · Vinyl Summer

The hits

Top This is Me Smiling Songs

Mixin' Up Adjectives
2005

Biography highlights: - Formation: 2005 in Chicago, IL by Dan Duszynski, Sheldon Miller, Matt Schuessler, and Adam Kaltenhauser. - Genre context: An indie rock foundation with punk-era energy and melodic sensibilities recognized by outlets such as AllMusic and iHeartMusic for their biographical and genre notes. Discography highlights: - Only Uphill (2010, self-released) – latest full-length with the band’s characteristic blend of intensity and melody. - This Is Me Smiling (2007, One Haven/Columbia) – first widely distributed album, featuring early versions of their enduring sound. - This Is Me Smiling (2005, Vinyl Summer) – debut album introducing the band’s sonic identity; includes early material later showcased in collections like Mixin' Up Adjectives, tied to Punk-O-Rama-era releases. Current status: - As of 2025, no publicly listed live dates; last known performances occurred around 2010. For fans, streaming platforms remain the primary way to engage with the catalog. Where to listen and follow: - Bandcamp and Apple Music are primary sources for discography and track listings. - Social and official sites provide the most current background and updates. Follow official pages for future tour information as it becomes available.