Exo Exo demo cassette
Stunning demo from this NYC band that conceptualizes the fragile life of insects through punk songs layered with music box keys and ethereal harmonized vocals. The tape opens with a moody toy piano instrumental piece accompanied by post-punk-leaning bass, and then continues with tracks that, although they definitely register as punk, have complex compositions of interweaving synths and breathy vocal patterns which sound otherworldly and childlike. EXO captures the vibe of DOLLHOUSE with the vocals of HELEN, and is an essential listen if you like intricate, vulnerable punk rock.