BODEGA sounds like the frantic, over-stimulated internal monologue of a Brooklyn resident who has read too much theory but still wants to dance. Their music is built on a foundation of skeletal, brittle guitar lines and a rhythm section that feels constantly on the verge of a nervous breakdown. It is lean, muscular, and entirely devoid of filler, favoring sharp angles over smooth curves.
What truly sets them apart is the vocal interplay between Ben Hozie and Nikki Belfiglio. They trade lines with a conversational, often deadpan delivery that feels like a caffeinated debate set to a metronome. Their lyrics are hyper-literate and deeply cynical about modern consumer culture, technology, and the performative nature of city life, yet the music remains infectious and physically engaging.
Start with their debut album, Endless Scroll. It captures the raw, Tascam-recorded energy of their early live sets and contains their most biting critiques of digital life. It is the perfect entry point for anyone who likes their punk rock with a side of sociology and a beat you can actually move to.
BODEGA are an American art rock band from New York City.
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