In August 2011, Howe began uploading videos to his YouTube channel and was selected by Nigel Lythgoe Productions to star in Opening Act shortly after.
[4] Upon the conclusion of the Warped Tour, Tanner announced Disco Curtis' disbandment, as the other members were leaving the band to focus on their university studies.
[9] Soon thereafter, he performed his debut show at Centennial Hall in Fair Park in December 2011 with All Time Low and The Maine as part of the Unsilent Night Music Festival.
After his television debut, he was hired to write, produce, and record the original song, "Progress" and play the lead role in Logitech's new advertisement campaign.
A few months later, Patrick made his international debut, performing as a featured artist on the "YouTube Sensations: Under The Stars Concert" at The Coliseum in Singapore.
Tanner's music has been influenced by Chris Carrabba (Dashboard Confessional, Twin Forks), Max Bemis (Say Anything), Kenny Vasoli (The Starting Line, Person L, Vacationer), Adam Young (Owl City), Mark Hoppus and his favorite film, Fight Club.