Spanning the arc of melancholic and enraged states of being, EKKSTACY stands out through his angst-soaked lyrics and blend of punk and indie-pop melodies. FLOOD Magazine identified his style as music that “finds a balance of danger and youthful mischievousness, mocking death while leaning into romantic melancholia.” His start as a songwriter originated from an obsession with Elliot Smith, The Drums and Bon Iver, and channeling his admiration for them into his own craft. These artistic qualities create the nucleus of his debut record, misery, released in 2022 via United Masters. In 2024, he released his self-titled, second studio album and headlined 600-1500 capacity venues throughout North America. His latest single, “mr. mole” provides a sneak peek into what’s to come, with the release of his next album set for 2025.