Bad Dads

Established in 2019, Bad Dads have quickly become one of the flagship bands in the San Juan Islands. In this interview, the trio — Justin Cox, Matt Helms, and Ryan Page — covers: Why Sacramento will always feel like home The making of their new album, “Sometimes I Just Say Things” The rarity of being a punk/folk/rock in a community that seems to prefer mellower vibes How the songwriting process varies between band members Their individual paths to arriving on Orcas Why they switch instruments throughout their live sets, and if that carries over onto albums Catch the Bad Dads live on July 3 on Orcas’ Village Green, or over in San Juan Island the weekend of July 18, performing at the Lavender Festival.