JULIEN-K is an American electronic rock band formed in 2003 by Amir Derakh and Ryan Shuck, both founding members of Orgy. A visionary blend of industrial rock, synthwave, and dark electronic music, the band fuses gritty guitars, pulsing synths, and introspective lyrics to craft a futuristic, cyberpunk-tinged soundscape. Since their debut Death to Analog (2009), they’ve continued to evolve across standout releases like We’re Here With You (2012), the two-part California Noir (2015–16), and Harmonic Disruptor (2020).
Latest Release: DRK|MODE (2025)
DRK|MODE is a purely electronic, dark-industrial creation that strips away traditional guitars in favor of a relentless “synthetic 4-on-the-floor heartbeat.” Announced via an Indiegogo campaign in March 2024—smashing records with over $25,000 raised on its first day and concluding at $41,834—it represents the culmination of the band’s exploration into a manufactured, dystopian sound universe. Singles like “Your Tears Mean Nothing,” “The Hydra,” and “Static Whispers” offer a taste of this gritty, machine-driven evolution. Slated for release in spring 2025, DRK|MODE promises to immerse listeners in a haunting electronic odyssey.
With a dedicated underground following, a reputation for electrifying live shows, and a philosophy that embraces their fanbase as collaborators, JULIEN-K continues pushing the boundaries of electronic-rock fusion—launching themselves firmly into a darker, more experimental future with DRK|MODE.
NITE
NITE is an alternative band inspired by the sounds of Darkwave, Synthpop, and Post-Punk. Based in Texas, twin brothers Myles and Kyle Mendes, along with drummer Phil Helms, craft music that bridges the gap between dark nostalgia and modern electronic pop.
Their recent singles—All Your Pain, Have Mercy, Price For Heaven, and Our Light Will Never Die—showcase their ability to blend haunting melodies with driving beats. All Your Pain gained viral attention through Facebook and Instagram nostalgia posts, earning a spot on Spotify’s Dark and Gothic playlist and solidifying NITE’s reputation as a band to watch.
Fresh off tours with Dead on a Sunday, The Funeral Portrait, Small Black, Empathy Test, and The New Division, NITE has captivated audiences across the country with their magnetic live performances. Whether crafting songs about love, loss, or resilience, NITE continues to illuminate the darker corners of the human experience.
