Dance Lessons

**Dance Lessons** is a Portland-based indie pop/rock trio known for their hook-driven sound and relatable, tongue-in-cheek lyrics. Formed in 2018, the band—Megan Caroll (vocals/guitar), Eli Tanaka (bass), and Jamie Ruiz (drums)—built a loyal following in the DIY scene with self-released tracks like *Friendzone* and *Eat Your Loyalty*, blending jangly guitars, punchy rhythms, and themes of modern anxieties (see: *New Job* or *Smabto*). Their 2022 album *Growing Pains* sharpened their knack for turning existential dread into danceable earworms, while recent singles like *Wet Batteries / I Like Lies* and *Just Chemistry* showcase their playful experimentation with lo-fi textures and wry social commentary. Equal parts introspective and irreverent, Dance Lessons remains a go-to for fans of garage-pop with a sardonic wink.

Genres

Neo Soul

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Latest Release

Friendzone

Dance Lessons

Single - Released March 14, 2025