I see you lost in a mind that beats you

Deceives and tells you lies of who you are

It’s clear to me there’s beauty in your heart – Braden (See You)

Braden Mailand has been playing guitar for years, but for him, music has always been about more than just technique. It’s a lifeline, a journal, and a form of storytelling that cuts straight to the heart. Every lyric, every melody, and every performance is a piece of something real — a feeling, a memory, a moment worth holding onto.

Braden draws deep inspiration from the pop-punk sounds that defined the early 2000s. Influences like Brand New, Blink-182, and MxPx helped shape his musical DNA — blending raw emotion with driving energy, big hooks, dynamism, and a sense of urgency that you can’t ignore. His songwriting carries that spirit forward, mixing honest, vulnerable lyrics with catchy melodies that stay in your head long after the last chord rings out.

Misplaced Memories began as a personal project — a creative outlet born from a desire to process a life-changing chapter. After going through a painful chapter in his life, Braden turned to music as a way to navigate the emotional chaos and find clarity. Rather than write songs that dwelled in sadness, he leaned into a sound that felt alive and hopeful — upbeat, melodic, and emotionally resonant. It’s this unique blend of heartfelt lyricism wrapped in pop-friendly energy that defines his writing style.

As the primary songwriter, Braden is the emotional soul of Misplaced Memories. His ability to write deeply personal songs that still feel universal is what gives the band its voice. Whether it’s a soft confession or a full-throttle chorus, he approaches each song with intention and vulnerability.

Offstage, Braden is a thinker, a feeler, and a relentless creator. Onstage, he’s a powerhouse — channeling every lyric like he means it, because he always does. For Braden, music isn’t just what he does. It’s who he is.