Sneaks: Minimalist Punk Gets Hypnotic

Eva Moolchan, the artist behind Sneaks, has released her latest album, It's a Myth, on Merge Records. The album features ten tracks spanning a mere 18 minutes, adhering to Moolchan's characteristic brevity and minimalist punk style. This approach, rooted in her desire for creative control, prioritizes a sparse soundscape of bass, drum machine, and vocals.

It's a Myth was produced by Mary Timony and Jonah Takagi at Timony's D.C. studio, introducing more instrumentation and textures. Moolchan focuses on refining the rough edges of her previous work, Gymnastics, rather than radically altering her sound. Her vocal delivery evolves, moving beyond half-rapping to employ hypnotic mantras and create a trance-like atmosphere, complemented by elliptical and playful lyrics.

While not overtly political, Moolchan's music, particularly songs like "Hair Slick Back," contains feminist undertones, challenging male dominance in DIY scenes and advocating for marginalized voices to occupy more space. It's a Myth represents a natural progression for Sneaks, with Moolchan embracing her distinct artistic identity and concise creative limits.