BIO

standards is a guitar and drum duo from Long Beach, California. The self-proclaimed “Fruit Rock” band has earned a worldwide fanbase for their technical, math rock inspired songwriting and amusing online presence. 2024 saw the band release their third studio album Fruit Galaxy which was called “math rock album of the year” by Mathcore Index and “out-of-this-world” by Guitar World magazine. Alongside the new album came a reunion of guitarist/lead songwriter Marcos Mena and longtime studio drummer Forrest Rice (Covet). Having shared the stage with the likes of Plini, Elephant Gym and Tiny Moving Parts, the band will now embark on their own headline tours of the U.K and The United States as their next step in sharing their energetic and melodically infectious instrumental music with the world. 

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PRESS

“If two-piece math-rockers Standards are known for anything, it’s first and foremost for loving fruit more than any other band on the planet. Oh, and there’s also guitarist Marcos Mena’s hugely technical yet hook-heavy tap-based playing style,

Michael Astley-Brown, Guitar World - Link

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“Is Marcos Mena the best guitar player in indie rock?”

Daniel Bromfield, 48 Hills - Link

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“Los Angeles math rock duo Standards went from nothing to everything seemingly overnight. The band achieved fame across the math rock and wider music community with their string of imaginative live videos, which quickly became viral sensations.”

Nikk Hunter, Fecking Bahamas - Link

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“The music of Los Angeles “math rock” duo standards is as satisfying to the ear as it is technically impressive. The quick, bright blips and zoops of Marcos Mena’s guitar pair beautifully with Jacob Richards’ nuanced drumming, and the result is the sonic equivalent of a healthy and refreshing summer salad.”

Frontrunner Magazine - Link

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www.standards-band.com