Heartworms

Heartworms is the creative vehicle for London-based musician Jojo Orme, who emerged in the early 2020s as a leading figure in the new wave of British post-punk. Signed to Speedy Wunderground, her sound is heavily influenced by the label's penchant for high-intensity, live-feeling recordings, yet she distinguishes herself through a fascination with gothic aesthetics and military history.

Her sound identity is characterized by the use of the theremin, metronomic drum machine patterns, and a vocal style that alternates between a detached monotone and a piercing, emotive cry. Critically, she is noted for her meticulous control over her image and sonic output, often cited alongside peers like The Murder Capital and Savages for her ability to blend aggression with art-rock sophistication. Her debut full-length, 'Glutton for Punishment', solidified her position as a songwriter capable of translating claustrophobic, internal anxieties into grand, cinematic statements. She represents a shift in the scene toward a more disciplined, darkwave-adjacent sound that prioritizes atmosphere and rhythmic rigidity over traditional indie-rock structures.