Heartworms

Heartworms is the creative vehicle for London-based musician Jojo Orme, a rising force in the contemporary UK post-punk revival. Emerging in the early 2020s under the mentorship of producer Dan Carey and his Speedy Wunderground label, Orme has carved out a distinct niche that leans more heavily into gothic rock and darkwave than many of her peers.

Her sound is characterized by a meticulous obsession with rhythm and texture, often utilizing vintage drum machines and synthesizers to create a cold, mechanical foundation. Culturally, Heartworms represents a bridge between the heritage of acts like Siouxsie and the Banshees or Joy Division and the modern 'Windmill scene' intensity of bands like The Murder Capital. Critical consensus highlights her striking visual identity and disciplined live performances as central to the project's impact. While her early EPs established a reputation for sharp-edged tension, her 2025 debut album 'Glutton for Punishment' showcases an evolution toward more expansive, cinematic arrangements without sacrificing the industrial grit that defines her sound identity.