“The Empty Promises of Rock and Roll” reminds you of what record albums are capable of being: complete, coherent artistic statements that take you on a journey that’s somehow both carefully mapped and thrillingly uncharted. The irony of Daly’s state-of-the-soul chronicle is that he subverts his own title; for the listener, at least, the promises here are far from empty. — NewCity 4.4.22

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Michelles have today released their new video for the track titled ‘Not Gonna Get It’, from their upcoming album ‘The Empty Promises of Rock and Roll’, dropping March 8th. That perfect gateway drug for what is to come, ‘Not Gonna Get It’ is something that some people may not, but those in the know will, and they can beat the shit out of the ones that don’t, because we’re cool and they’re not. All kidding aside, this is a giant hook set to a visually gritty yet stunning introverted diary.  — Jammerzine 2.9.22

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There’s an almost mystic quality to Michelles’ “Illusions;” a subtle darkness paired with a charming warmth that breaks through, seeping under the skin. The lead single off the Chicago band’s forthcoming third album The Empty Promises of Rock and Roll – a compelling title, if ever there was one – is a kind of groovy hypnosis: A steady rock pulse engulfs the ears as Michael Daly and co rise and fall with passionate fervor. I’m not always one to make comparisons, but hearing this song, I can’t help but think of it as pairing MGMT’s psychedelia perfectly with The Smiths’ raw candor and heart-on-sleeve sincerity. — Atwood Magazine 1.20.22

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Can the human brain be hacked? Can your brain create illusions? The answer can be found in the new single by Chicago-based rock band Michelles. “Illusions” takes inspiration from the neo-psychedelia blending it’s indie rock sound and the gentle guitars with vintage synthesizers. Melodic driven, it engages the listeners and takes them on a journey into the unknown. Best enjoyed while watching colorful patterns through a kaleidoscope. The track is part of the album The Empty Promises of Rock and Roll. Listen below!  — Secret Eclectic 1.19.22