{"id":20436,"date":"2017-08-07T11:43:30","date_gmt":"2017-08-07T15:43:30","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.audiofemme.com\/?p=20436"},"modified":"2018-08-09T17:06:13","modified_gmt":"2018-08-09T21:06:13","slug":"artist-month-weeping-icon","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.audiofemme.com\/artist-month-weeping-icon\/","title":{"rendered":"BAND OF THE MONTH: Weeping Icon"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Stalwarts of NYC\u2019s DIY scene, experimental noise punk band Weeping Icon released their debut EP Eyeball Under<\/em> on Kanine\/Fire Talk Records in July. <\/span>Thematically, the record touches on hard-hitting topics like street harassment, religion, anxiety, sexism and secrets in “safe places” like the doctor\u2019s office, as well as anger and frustration with current events in politics. Weeping Icon are uncompromising and display a brutal honesty that is sure to weed out those that can’t handle the truth.<\/p>\n

While listening to Eyeball Under<\/em> I can vividly recall the live shows I’ve experienced with my jaw on the floor and hair whipping around in front of my face. Sara Fantry\u2019s searing guitar tones, Sara Lutkenhaus\u2019s dizzying noise progressions, Sara Reinold\u2019s driving bass lines, Lani Combier-Kapel\u2019s kinetic drumming, and vocal deliveries that range from sultry to electrifying battle cries are key elements to the band\u2019s sound. Luckily, the band has found a way to capture the raw energy of their live performances in these recordings. <\/span><\/p>\n

AudioFemme had the pleasure of dissecting the collective mind of Weeping Icon. Stream their latest record while you read the interview below, where we discuss the making of the album, the growth of NYC\u2019s music scene, and empowerment through music.<\/span><\/p>\n