St. Louis-based band Future Nots has released its debut EP, Spite. Formed in early 2025, the four-piece band features Ian O’Leary (Squint, Dragd), Danny Blaies (Brother Lee), Stephen Inman (Blight Future), and Emma Tiemann (Murder by Death).
The six-track project blends melodic hooks with abrasive punk rock instrumentals, drawing stylistic comparisons to acts such as Fidlar, The Hives, Culture Abuse, and Pup. The musical arrangements alternate between shimmering clean guitar passages and distorted riffs, utilizing dynamic, non-repetitive song structures to maintain momentum throughout the release.
Lyrically, Spite explores themes of self-awareness, pessimism, and personal frustration. According to the band, the project examines how negative emotions and spite can be channeled into creative output and personal change.
Spite is available now on major streaming platforms.
