Athens-based indie newcomer French Fry began writing his own music in 2022, inspired by the indie rock wave of Fontaines D.C., Idles, and Getdown Services. His style delivers a sarcastic take on everyday life and the struggles of your early twenties. His debut single, “Apple Pie,” out now, is a punch of humor and energy—warm and satisfying like comfort food. It marks the first taste of his debut album QUIT YOUR JOB!, arriving in May via Fine! Records.
French Fry is primed to be a major player in contemporary indie rock, as his debut single already showcases an individuality that presents a refreshing, cartoonish post-punk. “Apple Pie” is a punchy, cheeky introduction to this exhilarating young act, as he balances his lofty visions with tight, honed melodies that contain the color of experimentation while maintaining a welcoming energy. There are psychedelic undertones in the warping arrangement that dance with French Fry’s acrobatic vocals, creating a sonic playground for your ears to swing from and establishing a wondrous unpredictability. While there is a jovial energy to “Apple Pie,” there is an innate prowess at play that hints at a prosperous career for French Fry. For a debut single, the artist took massive swings and sent every one of his lofty visions out of the park, cementing a sound that he can call his own, and he’s just getting started.
