Angsty is an overstatement for a band like Joyce Manor, whose brand of relentless guitar pop is less about reacting and relates more with an introspective sentiment. The Torrance foursome teared up a blistering set melodic punk that flew by faster than a gust of wind. Despite the unfortunate technical difficulties they encountered during their set, it didn’t discourage them from playing their gruff, yet melodically sharp tunes. And considering their songs rarely pass the two-minute mark, their fans shouldn’t have been this disappointed since their songs are especially effective in short bursts. – Juan Edgardo Rodríguez
Photography: Juan Octavio