[2] Vocalist and guitarist Archie Cruz has appeared in The Local Band lineup with Alexi Laiho (of Children of Bodom), Olli Herman (of Reckless Love) and Jussi 69 (of the 69 Eyes).

[3] Arttu Kuosmanen and Joonas Parkkonen formed Santa Cruz in 2007, with bassist Mitja Toivonen joining in 2008.

[2] In 2016, the band toured with Sebastian Bach in the U.S.[11][12] In June 2016, Santa Cruz released the single "Sky Diving Without a Parachute".

Pav released his own statement shortly after, clarifying that he was leaving the band permanently and that it was due to his own personal choice, and had nothing to do with any immigration issues.

The band released their fourth album, Katharsis, in October 2019, which features lead vocalist Archie Cruz, and producer Kane Churko on all instruments.

After the filming of Selviytyjät Suomi, Archie has been writing and recording new music during October/November at Crehate Studios in Gothenburg, Sweden.

In response to this, the band stated, through social media, that they would not be using backing tracks going forward, starting with their next show in New York.

On 16 August 2022, the band played a sold out show at the Bowery Electric in New York City, this time with no backing tracks and a shortened setlist.

On 4 December 2022, the band played at Hell and Heaven Open Air in Mexico, featuring the return of guitarist Brody DeRozie, bassist Tommy Bradley, and new drummer Alex Mercado.