C. DIY scene as a central pillar of the 2010s post-punk revival.
Formed in 2012, the band became synonymous with Sister Polygon Records, an independent label they co-founded that helped launch artists like Snail Mail and Downtown Boys. Their sound identity is built on a sophisticated interplay of jagged surf-rock guitars, jazz-influenced drumming, and overtly political, often surrealist lyricism. While their early EPs were defined by a more abrasive, No Wave-adjacent aggression, their 2017 debut LP 'Nothing Feels Natural' showcased a significant evolution toward art-pop and chamber-punk textures, earning widespread critical acclaim for its nuanced exploration of capitalism and identity. Culturally, they are positioned as heirs to the Dischord Records legacy, maintaining a strict DIY ethic while challenging the 'macho' traditions of the punk genre. Despite an indefinite hiatus announced in 2019, their influence persists through their label and their role in defining the 'Crank Wave' and modern art-punk aesthetics.
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