31knots

The Profile

31Knots are an American indie/math rock trio from Portland, Oregon—Joe Haege (guitar, vocals), Jay Winebrenner (bass), and Jay Pellicci (drums). With Talk Like Blood they moved to Polyvinyl, showcasing a complex, hybrid sound.

Praised for blending indie rock, math-rock precision and prog elements without self-indulgence. References in reviews include Fugazi and comparisons to The Mars Volta; Talk Like Blood features highlights like "City Of Dust," "Hearsay," and "Chain Reaction."

One glowing DeBaser review hails 31Knots’ Talk Like Blood as a thrilling, genre-blending statement from the Portland trio on Polyvinyl. Expect indie rock shot through with math-rock precision, prog feints, and vivid songwriting. The review praises tracks like City Of Dust, Hearsay, and Chain Reaction, and draws lines to Fugazi and The Mars Volta.