Horsegirl (band)

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Horsegirl is an American rock band from Chicago, Illinois. The band consists of Nora Cheng, Penelope Lowenstein, and Gigi Reece. The group is currently signed to Matador Records. The group originated in the year 2019, which is when they self-released their first song, titled Forecast.[1] The group released their first EP, Horsegirl: Ballroom Dance Scene et cetera, through Sonic Cathedral Recordings[2] in 2020.[3][4] Paste Magazine named the EP one of the 25 best EP's of 2020.[5]

In November 2021, the group released their latest song “Billy”, which is their first on Matador Records.[6][7] The song was named one of Rolling Stone’s “Songs You Need To Know”.[8] Alongside the new song, the group released a cover of Minutemen’s song History Lesson – Part II.[9]

Discography[]

EPs

  • Horsegirl: Ballroom Dance Scene (2020)

Singles

  • "Billy" (2021)
  • "Anti-glory" (2022)

References[]

  1. ^ Rindner, Grant. "Horsegirl is Bringing '90s Alternative to Gen Z". Nylon. Retrieved 21 August 2021.
  2. ^ Sawle, Chris. "News: Sonic Cathedral unveil brilliant new signings, Horsegirl; hear 'Ballroom Dance Scene'". Backseat Mafia. Retrieved 23 December 2021.
  3. ^ Scolforo, Carli (7 April 2021). "Horsegirl Sign to Matador Records, Announce Free Livestream". Paste. Retrieved 21 August 2021.
  4. ^ Yoo, Noah (23 February 2021). "Horsegirl Announce 7", Share New "Ballroom Dance Scene" Video: Watch". Pitchfork. Retrieved 21 August 2021.
  5. ^ "The 25 Best EPs of 2020". Paste. 15 December 2020. Retrieved 21 August 2021.
  6. ^ DeVille, Chris. "Horsegirl – "Billy"". Stereogum. Retrieved 23 December 2021.
  7. ^ Ruiz, Matthew. "The trio is set to make its SXSW debut in 2022". Pitchfork. Retrieved 23 December 2021.
  8. ^ Blistein, Jon. "Horsegirl's 'Billy' Is a Compelling Character Study and Reverent Tribute to Long-Gone Music Scenes". Rolling Stone. Retrieved 23 December 2021.
  9. ^ Gourlay, Tom. "22 For 2022". Under the Radar. Retrieved 23 December 2021.
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