Dentist is an Asbury Park, New Jersey-based outfit that emerged in 2014 as a key player in the region's indie rock revival. Led by the vocal and bass work of Emily Bornemann and the surf-inflected guitar of Justin Bornemann, the band occupies a unique space between surf-pop and hardcore-adjacent indie.
Their sound identity is defined by heavy use of reverb, minor-key jangle, and a propulsive drumming style that leans into punk tempos. Over a decade-long career, they have evolved from the raw garage energy of their self-titled debut to the more nuanced, dream-pop textures found on 'Night Swimming' and 'Making A Scene.' Critically, they are often grouped with the 'beach-gaze' movement but distinguished by their tighter, more aggressive song structures. They serve as a bridge between the classic Jersey Shore sound and modern DIY aesthetics, maintaining a consistent presence through extensive touring and high-profile support slots for acts like Television and Jeff the Brotherhood.
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