CITY, United States — Temper City’s breakthrough single, “Self Aware, “has reached the pinnacle of success on Billboard’s Alternative Airplay chart, securing the No. 1 spot for the first time.
The achievement marks a significant milestone for the Los Angeles — based trio, which includes Israeli members Chen Kordova, Aviv Barenholtz, and Eytan Peled.
The song, which has been climbing the charts since its release on February 15, 2026, has experienced a meteoric rise, completing the quickest ascent to No. 1 for a first-time chart-topper since sombr’s “Back to Friends “in June 2025. “Self Aware “has also made its mark on the Rock & Alternative Airplay chart, reaching No.
2, and has accumulated 6. 3 million chart-eligible streams and 4. 5 million audience impressions in the United States alone.
The song’s viral spread on TikTok has been instrumental in its success, propelling it into the Billboard Hot 100 and the UK Top 40. Temper City, previously known as the duo ‘Sync,’has garnered a loyal following with their authentic alt-rock sound, resonating with fans of the 2010s music scene.
The band’s self-produced track was released by the Los Angeles-based independent label Thirty Knots, in collaboration with TikTok’s distribution platform, SoundOn, which has been instrumental in promoting independent artists and labels in the US.
As Temper City continues to gain traction, the future looks bright for the band, well — positioned to make a lasting impact on the music industry with the support of platforms like SoundOn.
*Additional reporting by ImNews | Sources consulted: 5*
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Source: billboard
Source: Kevin Rutherford
