Deeper

Deeper is a Chicago-based quartet that has become a leading voice in the modern 'crank wave' or art-punk movement. Formed in 2014, the band underwent a significant stylistic shift early on, moving away from garage rock toward a more disciplined, interlocking post-punk sound influenced by the likes of Television and Wire.

Their 2018 self-titled debut established their signature sound: clean, brittle guitars and motorik rhythms. Their follow-up, Auto-Pain (2020), was a critical breakthrough, written during a period of personal loss and social upheaval, resulting in a more atmospheric and emotionally resonant record that incorporated synthesizers. , the band signed to Sub Pop, further refining their production into a more hi-fi, expansive territory while maintaining their core tension. They are central to the Chicago indie scene and are frequently associated with the 'Fire Talk' label's aesthetic of intellectual, rhythmically-driven rock. Critical consensus highlights their ability to make anxiety feel anthemic through technical precision.