By Maggie Adams
Friko is playing at the Atlantis October 26, 2026. This indie rock band is from Illinois and started as duo Niko Kapetan and Bailey Minzenberger. Their sound is melodramatic and noisy. They commonly get compared to BCNR and Arcade Fire, but I think that leaves out their more folky attributes that are reminiscent of This is Lorelei or Frog.
Friko’s new album, “Something Worth Waiting For,” was met with a lot of mixed reviews. It’s consistent with their previous discography, but it’s kind of boring. I wish Friko would follow the Black Arcade Country Fire wave and really lean into the weirdness of indie rock.
I’m of the opinion that indie rock is always better live. I think bands that have sounds similar to Friko’s lose a lot of quality when recorded and released. Most issues I have with their new album (I think) are because of the production. Their shows are supposed to be super fun and high energy so I can’t wait to see for myself.
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