Citizen formed in 2009 with members located in Michigan and Ohio.[11] The group released a handful of singles and an EP, Young States (2011).[11] In March 2012, it was announced the band signed to Run for Cover.[12]
In March and April 2013, the group supported The Story So Far and Man Overboard on their co-headlining US tour, dubbed The Suppy Nation Tour.[17] On April 22, Youth was announced for release, revealing its artwork.[18] On May 13, "The Summer" was made available for streaming. In addition, the album's track listing was revealed.[19] On May 20, a video of behind-the-scenes footage during recording was posted online.[20] On May 29, "Roam the Room" was released as a free download via Alternative Press.[21] Due to Youthleaking, the group made the album available for download on June 4 for $5.[22] It was formally released on June 11 through Run for Cover.[18] On the same day, a music video was released for "The Summer".[23]
Youth received a UK release on July 14. Following this, the group embarked on a UK tour with Diamond Youth and Headroom.[24] In October, the group performed at The Fest.[25] In November and December, the band went on tour with Polar Bear Club, Diamond Youth and Sainthood Reps.[26] On December 4, a music video was released for "How Does It Feel", directed by Rob Soucy.[14] In March and April 2014, the group supported The Wonder Years on their North American headlining tour.[27] The following month, the group appeared at Skate and Surf festival.[28] In September and October, the band went on a headlining US tour with support from You Blew It!, Hostage Calm, Praise and True Love.[29] The tour included an appearance at Riot Fest.[30] On October 6, a music video was released for "Figure You Out". Directed by Ryan Mackfall, it was filmed during their UK tour.[31]
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1 2 3 Feibel, Adam (October 2, 2017). "Citizen As You Please". Exclaim!. Ian Danzig. Archived from the original on October 2, 2017. Retrieved December 23, 2017.
↑ Bird, Michele (May 20, 2013). "Citizen release 'Youth' studio footage". Alternative Press. Alternative Press Magazine, Inc. Archived from the original on March 24, 2016. Retrieved December 23, 2017.
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