Negative Scanner

**Negative Scanner** is a Chicago-based punk band known for their raw energy and sharp, socially conscious lyrics. Formed in the mid-2010s around frontwoman Rebecca Valeriano-Flores’ snarling vocals and frenetic guitar work, the group blends post-punk urgency with garage-rock grit. Their self-titled debut (2015) and follow-up *Nose Picker* (2020) showcase their knack for tight, chaotic rhythms and biting critiques of modern life, earning them a reputation in DIY circles for unapologetic authenticity. With a sound that nods to art-punk legends like Wire while carving its own jagged path, Negative Scanner remains a fiery staple of Chicago’s underground scene.