The Neon Angels are an all female rock group from Nashville, TN. The founder and front-woman, Theresa Portilla got a first-hand taste of the touring musician life traveling with her father, Arti (singer, songwriter & guitarist). Theresa carried her father's rock and roll spirit, drawing inspiration from the classic rock sounds of renowned bands such as The Runaways, Led Zeppelin and Motley Crue. Joan Jett and The Runaways resonated so deeply with Theresa that she was inspired to purchase her first amp and guitar for a combined $80.

Fast forward to 2022, Theresa founded The Neon Angels, named after The Runaways song “Neon Angels on the Road to Ruin”.  However, after losing friend and fellow Jetthead, Donnie “Jettigre” Hall to suicide, Theresa decided against the road to ruin and opted for a road to positivity and light for those who needed it most.  In honor of Donnie, her producer Brion Gamboa's best friend and bandmate of 20 years, Ole Lingen and her co-founder Lisa Grime's nephew, Shawn “Lunchbox” Mack, Theresa decided to release The Neon Angels' first single, “Perfect” on September 10th, 2022 (World Suicide Prevention Day). The track can be interpreted several ways but the true meaning tells the story of unconditional love for others regardless of their imperfections, disabilities and differences. The band strives to share the message that there is always hope and love in the world.  Since then, The Neon Angels have performed at multiple, reknown venues in Nashville, TN including Exit/In, Mercy Lounge, Cobra, Vinyl Lounge and the Basement East.  

With five singles and four videos released, the band plans to release an EP in early 2027 which will include their sixth single, “Rise Up”.   To continue their advocacy for suicide prevention, they have partnered with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP), the National Alliance for Mental Illness (NAMI) and the Tennessee Suicide Prevention Network (TSPN).  They will continue to write, produce and perform music in Nashville and beyond while building a movement and spreading awareness.  Look for The Neon Angels at a kickass rock venue near you! 🤘🏻👼🏻🤘🏻