Standards

Standards sounds like a neon-colored explosion of technical joy. It is math rock stripped of its typical brooding complexity and replaced with a vibrant, tropical energy that feels more like a summer party than a music theory lecture. The guitar work is incredibly intricate, utilizing percussive tapping and rapid-fire melodies that shimmer with a clean, crystalline production style.

What truly sets Standards apart is the 'fruit' aesthetic. Marcos Mena has built a world where technical guitar gymnastics are presented with a playful, accessible wink. The music is relentlessly upbeat, driven by drumming that is as precise as it is powerful, creating a sound that is simultaneously intellectually stimulating and physically infectious. It is the rare instrumental project that feels genuinely optimistic.

Start with the album 'Fruit Island'. It perfectly captures the band's signature blend of complex polyrhythms and earworm melodies. It is the ideal gateway into a discography that celebrates the sheer fun of being exceptionally good at your instrument without ever losing sight of the groove.