The Musical Cyrus Siblings: a Timeline of Trace, Braison, and Miley’s Band Projects
By Sarah Jenkins
The Cyrus family’s musical network expanded significantly through Miley's creative and romantic relationship with Maxx Morando. A dedicated fixture in Southern California's garage rock and post-punk revival scenes, Morando initially gained national recognition as the drummer for punk-pop outfit The Regrettes between 2015 and 2018.
Following his departure, Morando co-founded Liily, a Los Angeles alternative rock band known for visceral live performances, angular guitars, and dark, propulsive post-punk grooves. Morando's arrival in the family circle brought an authentic indie-band dynamic directly into Miley's studio output.
He co-wrote and produced tracks such as "Handstand" and "Violet Chemistry" on Miley's critically acclaimed 2023 album Endless Summer Vacation. His technical background in dynamic rock drumming and modern analog production added edge to her pop sensibilities. The relationship highlights a consistent Cyrus trait: a perpetual pull toward the indie, punk, and rock subcultures rather than purely conventional commercial pop.
Sarah Jenkins is a veteran tech journalist with over 12 years of experience covering artificial intelligence, mobile innovations, and digital ethics. Her insights have appeared in leading technology publications worldwide.
