Hello, happy Tuesday, punks!welcome to another week punk prism, a series that brings five underrated bands straight to your ears.sit back and relax Cozy Muellershe, self improvement Others take you into sonic fun.
This week it's all about lo-fi, minimal production that leads to outstanding punk. Artists from the '60s to today demonstrate how DIY sounds can let your creativity shine. We hope you love these five songs as much as we do and support these artists' past and future projects. enjoy!
Cozy Muller – “Constructed”
Introducing Cozy Muller from Berlin, who has deep bass. This track cleverly combines elements of Euro house, post-punk, and electronic, making it impossible not to dance to. The detailed yet lo-fi production style gives the tracks a unique cinematic and atmospheric feel. Close your eyes and imagine yourself as the protagonist of a high-speed chase movie. Because “Constructed” is all about adrenaline.
Geneva Jacuzzi – “Clothes on the bed”
Suddenly, you're back in the '80s and you're riding your bike through the suburbs, listening to tapes on your Walkman. At least that's what I feel when I listen to Geneva Jacuzzi's “Clothes on the Bed.” Multimedia artist and performer Geneva Jacuzzi uses primitive-sounding synths, electronic elements, and droning vocals to create this deliciously nostalgic track.
She – “Bad Girl”
An all-female garage rock band from the late '60s, they were one of the first examples of female proto-punk. Powerful vocals sit atop distorted guitars and syncopated drums. The result is a richly textured, captivating-sounding track that sounds both nostalgic and forward-looking. One of punk's forgotten predecessors, she demonstrated how talented women laid the foundations for future genres.
Self-Improvement – “Visible Damage”
A self-improvement guy from California today sounds like he's from New York City in the 1970s. If Kim Gordon and the Slits met for drinks at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, it would sound like “Visible Disaster.” Short but punchy, this track emphasizes a swirling, drum-heavy rhythm that achieves post-punk perfection.
Mike Kroll – “Like a Star”
Deeply distorted and minimal, Mike Kroll embodies the true spirit of punk on “Like a Star.” The combination of muffled vocals and jangly guitars makes this track irresistibly cool, perfect for summer get-togethers with friends. Kroll channels the energy of LA music history while adding his own creative flair.
We hope you enjoy this week's Punk Prism and discover new bands like She, Mike Krol, Self- Improvement, Geneva Jacuzzi, Cosey Mueller, and more! Combining their roots in punk history and their personal styles, each artist has managed to craft a DIY sound worthy of every summer playlist.
Stay tuned for our next Punk Prism feature in two weeks. Until then, check out the following articles: Punk in the Park: American Road Trip. As always, feel free to send it to me anytime at kyleewiens11@gmail.com or @respectmyregion.usa on IG. See you again, punks!