Metz

The Profile

Metz are a Canadian noise rock trio from Toronto formed in 2008. Signed to Sub Pop, they’ve released Metz (2012), II (2015), Strange Peace (2017), Atlas Vending (2020), and Up On Gravity Hill (2024). Members: Alex Edkins, Chris Slorach, Hayden Menzies.

Canadian noise rock trio from Toronto; formed in 2008; members Alex Edkins (vocals, guitar), Chris Slorach (bass), Hayden Menzies (drums); signed to Sub Pop; albums include Metz (2012), II (2015), Strange Peace (2017), Atlas Vending (2020), Up On Gravity Hill (2024).

Two DeBaser reviews zero in on Metz’s serrated noise rock: a visceral, metaphor-strewn ode to Strange Peace and a detailed look at the Sub Pop debut. The Toronto trio’s cohesion, ferocious drumming, and buried melodies under distortion are recurring themes. Influences cited include Sonic Youth, Pixies, and The Jesus Lizard. Standout tracks noted: Headache, Get Off, Wet Blanket, and Knife in the Water.