Baltimore band Underlined Passages has just released a new music video for their song “erydy,” the fifth track from their latest album Landfill Indie. The video, directed by Rick Barnwell, is a moody and cinematic companion to a track that perfectly encapsulates the album’s core themes: maintaining purpose, questioning relationships, and reexamining oneself. Critics have consistently praised the vision that Landfill Indie plays like a quiet protest against the fragmentation of modern indie rock, delivering raw, reflective songs that evoke the heart of late-90s/early 2000s emo.
“erydy” focuses on feelings of confusion, distance, and searching for understanding. It matches the tone of Landfill Indie, a record filled with soft, guitar-driven songs that explore ideas of purpose, relationships, and identity. The album, released on Mint 400 Records, has been praised for its emotional honesty.
Landfill Indie is Underlined Passages’ fifth album. It was made with longtime producer Frank Marchand, who has worked with artists like Bob Mould and The Thermals. The record includes nine tracks that mix feelings of hope and skepticism. Lead songwriter Michael Nestor blends heartfelt lyrics with a sound inspired by late ‘90s and early 2000s emo and indie rock.
Nestor’s past includes years in the Baltimore DIY music scene, where he played alongside bands like Explosions in the Sky, Grandaddy, and Joan as Police Woman. That same spirit is alive in Landfill Indie, which connects deeply with listeners who feel like outsiders in today’s digital world.
Fans of bands like Nada Surf, American Football, and The Ocean Blue will likely enjoy what Underlined Passages brings to the table. The band’s sound is rich, emotional, and full of meaning—without being too loud or over the top.
Underlined Passages will be performing live at the Let’s Go! Festival on June 7, joining artists like The Starting Line, Hot Mulligan, and Third Eye Blind. Fans can follow the band on Instagram or visit their website to stay updated. Watch the video for “erydy” now and stream Landfill Indie on Spotify to experience the full album. (photo by Jeff Crespi)