Andy Frasco & The U.N. (@andyfrasco) is an American blues-rock band consisting of Andrew Frasco (lead vocals, keys), Sam Kelly (saxophone), Shawn Eckels (guitar, vocals), Andee “Beats” Avila (drums, vocals), and Floyd Kellogg (bass guitar). Not too long ago, they released a blisteringly clever, tongue-in-cheek protest anthem “Life Is Easy,” featuring bluegrass phenom Billy Strings, cosmic country shredder Daniel Donato, Mike Gordon (Phish), and longtime Frasco collaborator Steve Poltz (Jewel, Rugburns), all joining forces on a rollicking, subversive singalong that threads the line between satire and sincerity.
Andy Frasco & The U.N. – “Life is Easy (feat. Billy Strings & Mike Gordon)” Lyric Video
“Life is Easy” tackles everything from consumerism to climate change with a grin. In his own words, Andy Frasco explains, “This is a song about turning off the news for a little bit and just enjoying life and stop fearing what we can’t control. There’s so much craziness going on in the world—sometimes all we really need to do is go outside and listen to the birds sing.”
Built on foot-stomping acoustic rhythms, tight harmonies, and Frasco’s signature blend of humor and humanity, “Life Is Easy” skewers the absurdity of modern life with lines like “They’re selling us the blood while they’re all bleeding us” and “Depression on demand—and now it’s storable.” But beneath the satire lies a call to simplicity and presence.
Donato explains, “Andy Frasco is a mids-smokin’ Mitzvah for everyone who has ears to hear. He has the comedic audacity of Andrew Dice Clay, the minimalist profundity of Shel Silverstein, wrapped in a warm-hearted Mr. Rogers style demeanor tinged with psychedelic illumination.”
Steve Poltz adds, “Being involved in this project was a dream come true. Always a good time being in the Frasco’s orbit. He’s up for anything and that’s why he’s so much fun to be around.”
Andy Frasco & The U.N. – “Try Not to Die” (Lyric Video)
The release of “Life is Easy” follows a trio of standout singles, each offering a different facet of Frasco’s evolving artistry. First came the irreverent, glass-half-full anthem “Try Not to Die,” co-written with Chris Gelbuda and built on a groove-heavy blend of humor and heart. Then came “Crazy Things,” a surrealist take on love’s absurdity co-penned with Poltz. Most recently, Frasco dropped “Swinging for the Fences”—a Motown-inspired love song for underdogs, featuring G. Love and Eric Krasno.
Andy Frasco & The U.N. – “Growing Pains” Album
Together, these tracks lay the groundwork for “Growing Pains,” Frasco’s 10th studio album—out May 23rd—which captures an artist in transition: wiser, more introspective, but still fueled by the same reckless joy that built his cult following. Self-produced for the first time, the album is equal parts soul-searching and celebratory, blending sharp songwriting with genre-hopping arrangements that reflect the messy, beautiful contradictions of modern life.
“I wanted to show people how I’ve grown as a songwriter,” Frasco says. “That I wasn’t just a crowd-surfing party guy in a bar band. This record is about finding balance in both music and life—focusing on the simple pleasures, embracing the grind, and taking nothing for granted because there are no guarantees tomorrow.”
Known for his no-holds-barred live show—a mix of chaos, comedy, catharsis, and crowd-surfing—Frasco continues to build a one-of-a-kind career across platforms. In addition to his music, he’s the host of the World Saving Podcast (with guests like Tony Hawk and Margaret Cho), the creator of a wildly successful variety show, and a champion for mental health awareness.
Andy Frasco & The U.N.
“One of my biggest inspirations, Kobe Bryant, used to say don’t be bitter, be better,” says Andy Frasco. “So, I’ve always tried to be better every year. I’m not trying to stay still; I want to get better at everything in life. I’m not just plateauing. I’m going to keep fighting to be the best songwriter I can be. Because if you’re not evolving, you’re dying.”
With “Growing Pains” on the horizon, Andy Frasco & The U.N. are hitting the road hard in 2025, bringing their euphoric live experience to festivals, clubs, and theaters across the country. Buy tickets from StubHub.com to see Andy Frasco & The U.N. perform live. For more information, please visit andyfrasco.com.
Andy Frasco & The U.N. – “Growing Pains” Album
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