Optic Sink

Optic Sink is a synth-punk duo hailing from Memphis, Tennessee, known for their dark, danceable grooves and minimalist electronic experimentation. Formed by Natalie Hoffmann (also of garage-punk band Nots) and Ben Bauermeister, the pair blends pulsing drum machines, analog synth textures, and Hoffmann’s deadpan vocals to create a brooding yet playful sound rooted in post-punk and coldwave influences. Their self-titled 2021 debut album, featuring tracks like “Glass Blocks” and “Modelesque,” channels raw energy through a retro-futuristic lens, earning praise for its DIY ethos and hypnotic hooks.

With a reputation for sharp, wiry melodies and art-school aesthetics, Optic Sink thrives in the fringes of Memphis’ underground scene, merging punk attitude with electronic precision. Tracks like “Exhibitionist” and “Personified” showcase their knack for pairing robotic rhythms with human tension, landing them on playlists for fans of avant-garde pop and analog synth enthusiasts alike.