Common Sense Media Review
By Emily Ashby
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Funny musical cartoon has iffy gender stereotypes.
Parents Need to Know
Why Age 10+?
Any Positive Content?
Where to Watch
Parent and Kid Reviews
Based on 3 parent reviews
Based on 20 kid reviews
Kids say it's a mixed bag when it comes to this TV show, with some praising its music, animation, and appeal to older children, while others criticize it for being unenjoyable or full of childish content. Many viewers express a love for the characters and themes but acknowledge a divide in opinions based on age, suggesting it may resonate more with older kids who appreciate its quirks and creativity.
- fun characters
- engaging music
- mixed reviews
- age-related appeal
- creativity encouraged
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What's the Story?
GROJBAND follows the antics of an amateur garage band looking to score its big break. The band is comprised of lead singer and manager Corey (voiced by Lyon Smith), twins Kin (Sergio DiZio) and Kon (Tim Beresford), and Laney (Bryn McAuley). Despite Corey's best-laid plans, Grojband isn't quite ready to hit the big time yet, especially given that there's not a talented lyricist in the bunch. But when Corey takes a peek inside his sister Trina's (Alyson Court) diary and finds it fairly oozing with teen angst, he taps it for lyrical inspiration, giving Grojband a much-needed boost. The trouble is, it takes a hefty dose of emotion from Trina to generate song-worthy diary entries.
Is It Any Good?
From the team behind Total Drama Island comes another gag-filled comedy cartoon that will appeal to a tween crowd because of its slightly edgy content. Grojband follows Corey and the band's hard knocks on the way to stardom (though it's yet to be seen whether they actually succeed), but it's the way that it gets there that will give some parents pause. Not only does Corey invite himself to the contents of his sister's private thoughts for songs, he also sparks many of the volatile outbursts that generate her writings.
Perhaps the most bothersome aspect of the show is how it portrays teen relationships. One almost needs a Venn diagram to keep straight the swirling teen affections, but suffice it to say that viewers get the sense that lustful infatuation is a reasonable expression of romantic interest, despite what's commonly total disinterest on the part of the receiving party. Given that most of the obsessing is done by girls -- and there's one in particular who routinely ditches her self-respect to catch the eye of her crush -- this may not be the type of show you'll want imparting lessons on your kids.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about this show's stance on teen relationships. Are there any healthy romantic relationships at play in this story? Why is it important to be true to yourself even when you're in a partnership? What level of respect should you expect from your partner?
Why is it fun to escape reality in shows like this one? Does it appeal to your sense of adventure? What would you do if you had no rules or demands on your time?
Are stereotypes always harmful to viewers? Does our sensitivity to this type of content change as we get older and more mature? When, if at all, are stereotypes acceptable in entertainment?
TV Details
- Premiere date : June 10, 2013
- Cast : Alyson Court , Bryn McAuley , Lyon Smith
- Network : Cartoon Network
- Genre : Kids' Animation
- Topics : Adventures , Family Stories ( Siblings ) , Arts ( Music and Sing-Along )
- TV rating :
- Last updated : October 9, 2025
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