Troller

Troller is an Austin, Texas-based trio consisting of Amber Star-Goers, Adam Jones, and Justin Star-Goers. Emerging in the early 2010s, they became a pivotal part of the Holodeck Records scene, a label known for its dedication to analog synthesis and dark electronic textures.

Their sound identity is defined by a high-contrast mix of heavy, distorted electric bass and ethereal, reverb-drenched female vocals. This 'heavy-pop' aesthetic bridges the gap between the gloom of 80s coldwave and the crushing weight of modern sludge or industrial music. Critically, they are often grouped with the 'witch house' movement due to their timing and occult-adjacent aesthetic, but their technical proficiency with analog hardware and traditional songwriting structures gives them more longevity than that micro-genre's peak. Their career arc shows a steady refinement of this 'submerged' sound, moving from the raw experimentation of their self-titled debut to the more polished, cinematic dread of 'Graphic' and 'Drain'. They represent a specific intersection of the Austin synth scene and global darkwave culture, influenced by both the melodic sensibilities of Cocteau Twins and the abrasive textures of industrial pioneers.