ARXX
High-octane garage rock with a soulful gospel heart. Pounding drums and fuzzed-out guitars meet anthemic vocals for a sound that feels both raw and massive.
High-octane garage rock with a soulful gospel heart. Pounding drums and fuzzed-out guitars meet anthemic vocals for a sound that feels both raw and massive.
ARXX is a Brighton-based duo consisting of Hanni Pidduck and Clara Townsend. Since forming in 2014, they have carved out a unique niche within the UK alternative scene by blending the skeletal aggression of garage rock with vocal techniques derived from gospel and soul.
This 'gal-pal garage rock' aesthetic is characterized by a high-energy interplay between Pidduck’s fuzz-heavy guitar work and Townsend’s precision drumming. Their career arc shows a steady evolution from the raw, independent spirit of 'Daughters of Daughters' (2018) toward a more sophisticated, pop-adjacent sound on 'Good Boy' (2024), without sacrificing their signature grit. Critically, they are noted for their queer visibility and anthemic songwriting, often drawing comparisons to artists like Deap Vally or The Big Moon, yet distinguished by their specific rhythmic 'swing' and soulful vocal belting. They occupy a cultural position as a quintessential 'live band,' having built their reputation through relentless touring and a reputation for sound that exceeds the expectations of a two-piece lineup.
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Shares garage rock, indie rock, alternative rock (subgenres); basement_show, dive_bar, festival (atmosphere)
Shares alternative rock, garage rock, indie rock (subgenres); basement_show, urban_night, dive_bar (atmosphere)
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