Weird Nightmare

Alex Edkins of METZ has traded his primary band’s abrasive, industrial-grade noise for something surprisingly melodic under the Weird Nightmare moniker. It’s power-pop viewed through a cracked lens—think Guided by Voices melodies buried under layers of fuzz and nervous energy. We’re tracking a double-tap of Spotify editorial adds this week, signaling that the industry is catching on to his pivot toward high-fidelity hooks. Watch for whether this project can bridge the gap between the noise-rock underground and the broader indie-rock circuit this festival season.