Emerging onto the boy band scene in the early 2000s, Evalution quickly became a local sensation in their hometown of Scranton, Pennsylvania, drawing comparisons to acts like *NSYNC. The group consisted of Adam Farley, Brandon Gething, Larry Hickernell, and EJ Leeson, and was known for tight harmonies, polished choreography, and peak early-2000s boy band energy—intentionally setting themselves apart with their unique spelling: E-V-A-L-U-T-I-O-N. 

The band would go on to release their first studio single, which featured the hit song “React” and the fan favorite ballad written by Larry and Brandon, “Out of Sight.” The single, produced by Jim Reynolds, was recorded at the historic Cameron Studios in Scranton, owned by his grandfather. From the creation of the iconic double vocal on "React" to the overwhelming support that propelled their single to #1 at Eric's CD Mine, the band enjoyed remarkable local success. 

Additionally, their energetic live performances allowed them to book gigs all over NEPA, including Hawthorn Hall at East Stroudsburg University, the JCC, Bangor Heights Hall, and many other notable venues, where they captivated audiences and built a loyal fanbase that followed them well beyond their years as a boy band. Though Evalution’s journey ended in 2002, their legacy lived on. Some members, including Adam, EJ, and Larry, went on to form a new band called Project 5, carrying that momentum forward and continuing their creative journey.