Chicago's young rockers Neptune's Core are making waves in the music scene with their impressive self-assuredness and punchy sound. The teen band, comprising of two sets of sisters, Sofie and Hannah Richter, and Jackie and Kaitlin Cywinski, is gearing up for the renowned South by Southwest Festival in Austin next month. According to a Chicago Tribune column, their music strikes a balance between fun and serious business, evident in their last EP "Called Upon," which showcases Neptune's Core's artistic evolution with a sound reminiscent of '90s rock innovators.
Fresh off their artistic growth, Neptune's Core aren't merely satisfied with critical nods, they have an itinerary that could make even seasoned bands sweat with an appearance at SXSW, an opening gig for musician Friko in March, and a release of their new double A-side single "Box/Anyway," alongside an upcoming East Coast tour, this despite still navigating the complexities of high school life, as per Chicago Tribune.
Their rise hasn't occurred in isolation; established Chicago artists have taken an interest in Neptune's Core. As reported by the Chicago Tribune, figures like Dehd, Kaina, Finom, and Sen Morimoto have offered the band guidance, and the emerging band has expressed gratitude for being surrounded by such "cool communities and musicians in Chicago."
Neptune's Core's trajectory is firmly upward, evidenced by their recent alignment with New York label Side Hustle, home to other noteworthy Chicago rock acts — they retain their zest while showing more control over their music's structure and dynamic, emphasizing the band's growth and maturity. The band's latest effort, "Inside," from their EP "Called Upon," encapsulates this shift with tight performances and well-crafted dynamics The Chicago Reader praises Neptune's Core's improvement, suggesting that the band's handling of pacing and dynamics makes it "their most accomplished release yet."
The buzz around Neptune's Core is hard to ignore — they're a band to watch, nearing the critical moment when they step into a broader spotlight with a slew of upcoming performances and releases. If their recent output and the support they've garnered are anything to go by, Neptune's Core might just be the fresh rock act that breaks through the surface to leave a lasting impact on more than just the Chicago music scene.
