Julie is an American rock band based out of Los Angeles that was formed in 2018 and combines elements of shoegaze, noise rock, and grunge music. They are signed to Atlantic Records and have just recently released their first full-length record My Anti-Aircraft Friend on September 2024.

Formation & Early Years

• Origin: Orange County, California, later based in Los Angeles.

• Year Formed: 2018.

• DIY Beginnings: Self‑released singles like Flutter (2020) built early underground support.

• Debut EP: Pushing Daisies (2021), released independently.

Band Members

• Keyan Pourzand — vocals, guitar

• Alex Brady (Alexandria Elizabeth) — vocals, bass

• Dillon Lee — drums

The trio met through the Southern California DIY scene and bonded over shared influences in 1990s alternative rock.

Discography

• EPs:

  • Pushing Daisies (2021, self‑released)

• Singles:

  • Flutter (2020)

  • Starjump / Kit (2020)

  • Pg.4 a Picture of Three Hedges / Through Your Window (2022)

  • Catalogue (2023)

  • Clairbourne Practice (2024)

  • Very Little Effort (2024)

• Studio Album:

  • My Anti‑Aircraft Friend (Atlantic Records, September 13, 2024)

Musical Style & Influences

• Categorized as shoegaze and noise rock, often described as part of the “nu‑gaze” movement.

• Influences include Henry’s Dress, The Breeders, Nirvana, Sonic Youth, My Bloody Valentine, and Swirlies.

• Their sound is marked by squally guitars, layered distortion, apathetic vocal trades, and experimental structures.

Recognition

• Named “One to Watch” by The Guardian in 2024.

• Praised by NME, Teen Vogue, and Office Magazine for revitalizing shoegaze/noise rock with a modern edge.

Legacy & Impact

Julie represents a new generation of alternative rock, merging grunge nostalgia with shoegaze textures and a DIY ethos. Their debut album solidified their place in the 2020s rock canon, while their visual identity — often self‑produced — reinforces their authenticity and artistry.