The Masterminds

Tim English is the singer, guitarist, and songwriter behind The Masterminds, a New Jersey-based rock and roll project built on one simple belief: there is still magic in a great song. Writing and recording at Lakehouse Studios in Asbury Park, English creates music that blends classic pop melody, jangling guitars, indie-rock spirit, and a deep affection for the timeless power of rock and roll. His songs are direct, melodic, and emotionally alive, carrying the kind of hooks that feel familiar on first listen without losing their own identity. Described by Jangle Pop Hub as a sound that imagines “the ’50s pop melodies of Buddy Holly” infused with “the cool perfections of the early 2000s indie-pop scene,” The Masterminds have built a catalog rooted in beautiful simplicity, sharp songcraft, and a sincere desire to inspire and entertain. Their song “Flashback” gained extensive radio airplay after its 2020 release and helped introduce listeners to the band’s bright, melodic sound. The video for their uplifting December 2025 single “New Dreams,” has drawn more than 20,000 likes on TikTok. The Masterminds new single "Alakazam," was released on July 20th. Like the best of Tim English’s work, it carries the spirit of an artist still chasing the spark that made him fall in love with music in the first place. For Tim English and The Masterminds, the mission remains clear: believe in the magic of rock and roll and keep making songs that remind people why that magic still matters.