Disq

Disq originated in Madison, Wisconsin, with bassist/vocalist Raina Bock and guitarist/vocalist Isaac deBroux-Slone during their middle school years. In 2016, the band independently released their first project, an extended play titled “Disq 1”. This initial release laid the groundwork for their subsequent development. Following this, the band expanded to a five-piece lineup. By 2020, Disq had signed with Saddle Creek Records, a significant milestone in their career, and introduced new members: guitarist/keyboardist Shannon Connor, guitarist Logan Severson, and drummer Stu Manley.

In 2020, Disq announced their debut album, “Collector.” The album, which received positive reviews, contributed to their growing recognition within the indie rock scene. Subsequently, in mid-2022, the band announced their second full-length album, “Desperately Imagining Somewhere Quiet.” This album marked a progression in their songwriting approach, featuring equally split songwriting and lead vocal contributions from deBroux-Slone, Bock, Connor, and Severson. “Desperately Imagining Somewhere Quiet” was released on October 7, 2022, and also garnered generally positive critical reception, further establishing Disq’s presence in contemporary indie rock.

Pitchfork noted that Disq consistently delivers “familiar, feel-good tunes, tactile guitars and young adult woes,” utilizing “’60s pop melodies and ’90s indie rock distortion.” The publication highlighted that their recordings have “the energizing thrust of a live performance.” With “Desperately Imagining Somewhere Quiet,” Disq introduced new lyrical depth and expanded its sonic palette to include elements like cartoonish boings, distorted saxophone, askew synths, and sinister effects, demonstrating an evolution in their musical expression while maintaining their core identity.