Ape Echoes

**Ape Echoes** is a Portland-based indie rock trio known for their moody, genre-blurring sound that stitches together psychedelic textures and post-punk urgency. Formed in 2018, the band—vocalist/guitarist Mara Vlasic, bassist Theo Graves, and drummer Eli Sato—builds dense, atmospheric tracks that explore themes of restless longing and modern disconnection. Their 2022 EP *Seven Lives* (featuring the brooding standout “Charlie Dreams of Escape” and shimmering single “Silver”) cemented their reputation for layering introspective lyrics over hazy guitar riffs and driving rhythms. They followed up in 2023 with the wistful single “Always Almost There,” further showcasing their knack for balancing melodic hooks with existential angst. While they’ve stayed under the radar nationally, Ape Echoes has cultivated a loyal following in the Pacific Northwest’s DIY scene, where their live shows blend raw energy with hypnotic, reverb-soaked soundscapes.