The Nightbirds – “Art.”

The Nightbirds released “Art.”. The band makes it clear from the first track that this record is about momentum over polish. Recorded at Ashpool Studios in Maine, a basement indie setup with its own rough edges, the album keeps things tense and direct without smoothing anything out.

The guitars cut hard and the rhythms keep moving, giving the songs a constant push that never fully settles. “2000 Miles” sums up that approach with its immediacy and grit, locking into a forward drive that feels intentional rather than chaotic. On “FATHER”, the band holds back and lets the discomfort sit there, which makes the track land in a different way and adds depth to the overall record.

The recording process adds to the character of the album. The use of organic atmospheric reverb and hands-on mic work gives everything a raw texture.

There are clear nods to Fugazi, Drive Like Jehu, Jon Spencer, and Smashing Pumpkins. They shape those influences into something personal and restless. “Art.” keeps that tension alive from start to finish and stays committed to its identity. Follow The Nightbirds on social media to stay updated on new releases and everything they have planned this year.