Kurt Thomas Travis (born January 16, 1984) is an American singer, songwriter, and musician from Sacramento, California. He is best known as the former lead vocalist for the progressive post-hardcore bands Dance Gavin Dance and A Lot Like Birds. He is currently part of American post-hardcore bands Royal Coda and Push Over. He also been a member of bands Five Minute Ride, There & Back Again, No Not Constant, O! The Joy and Eternity Forever.
Travis grew up in a musical family having been influenced by his grandparents who inspired him to pursue guitar. At a young age, he was inspired by Counting Crows, Elliott Smith and Heatmiser.