I Prevail snag first platinum single with Taylor Swift cover
I Prevail’s metalcore cover of is widely considered one of the most successful and career-defining tracks in the history of the Punk Goes Pop series. Released in December 2014, the track transformed a viral moment into a legitimate launchpad for the band, helping them transition from a DIY basement project to a platinum-selling act. The Catalyst for Stardom I Prevail snag first platinum single with Taylor
Before "Blank Space," the members of I Prevail were working day jobs at pizza shops and rehearsing in storage units. They strategically chose to cover Taylor Swift's hit to gain traction in a crowded music market, releasing it just as the original song was peaking. The gamble paid off: I Prevail snag first platinum single with Taylor