Starfucker

The Profile

Starfucker (STRFKR) is an American indie electronic band from Portland, Oregon, formed in 2007 by Joshua Hodges. Known for synth-forward, melodic pop that blends dance rhythms with dreamy atmospheres, the band released acclaimed records including Reptilians (2011) and Miracle Mile (2013).

American band from Portland, Oregon, formed in 2007 by Joshua Hodges; also known as STRFKR (briefly Pyramiddd). Style spans indie pop, synth-pop, electronic, new wave, and psychedelia. Key releases include Starfucker (2008), Jupiter, Reptilians (2011), Miracle Mile (2013), Being No One, Going Nowhere (2016), and Future Past Life (2020).

Three reviews dive into Starfucker’s synth-driven pop: danceable yet dreamy, with strong praise for Reptilians, the gentler flow of Miracle Mile, and the groove-forward Jupiter EP. Portland origins and Joshua Hodges’ melodic touch are front and center. Overall verdict: fresh, cohesive, and imaginative.