The Beths

A New Zealand guitar-driven power-pop band from Auckland; their debut album Future Me Hates Me pairs upbeat, singable music with melancholic lyrics.

Origin: Auckland, New Zealand. Debut album: Future Me Hates Me (reviewed on DeBaser). Review comparisons in DeBaser mention ties to New Zealand's Flying Nun tradition and sonic nods to acts like Breeders and Pavement.

DeBaser's review praises The Beths' debut as singable, guitar-forward power-pop that pairs upbeat arrangements with melancholic, self-reflective lyrics. The band is presented as part of a New Zealand tradition of unconventional pop. The record is recommended for listeners who enjoy catchy, loud guitars with bittersweet themes.

For:Fans of indie rock and power-pop who like jangly, guitar-led songs with bittersweet lyrics.