Model/Actriz

Model/Actriz is a Brooklyn-based quartet that has redefined the boundaries of noise rock and dance-punk in the 2020s. Formed in Boston in 2016, the band spent years refining a sound that bridges the gap between the abrasive no-wave of 1980s New York and the rhythmic intensity of modern industrial techno.

Their sound identity is defined by Ruben Radlauer's mechanical drumming and Jack Wetmore's non-traditional guitar techniques, which prioritize texture and percussive impact over melody. The band's cultural position is significant for its overt centering of queer identity within the traditionally heteronormative and often hyper-masculine noise rock scene. Critical consensus identifies their debut LP, Dogsbody, as a landmark release for its ability to make extreme noise feel accessible through infectious, club-oriented grooves. They are frequently compared to Gilla Band for their sonic brutality and Death Grips for their visceral energy, yet they maintain a distinct identity through their focus on physical movement and theatrical vocal delivery. Their influence web connects back to the industrial pioneers of the 80s while pushing forward into a sleek, digital-era aggression.