Gen F: julie's noise rock is unbeholden to the past
A young band from Los Angeles, julie, shifted from aspiring architects to musicians after their breakout single 'flutter' gained immense popularity. The trio, influenced by legendary acts like Sonic Youth and The Breeders, created an album titled 'my anti-aircraft friend', focusing on themes of self-identity and emotional struggles. They express a desire to move beyond the shoegaze label and instead embrace descriptions like beauty and melancholy, underscoring their unique sound in an oversaturated industry. Their journey highlights the tensions between establishing a music career and personal growth in their early twenties.
Published on Monday, September 16, 2024 at 3:29 PM
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