Noyo Mathis

Noyo Mathis is a Portland, Oregon-based indie folk-rock duo consisting of songwriter-multi-instrumentalists Caleigh Drane and Ellis Walker, who’ve been crafting their introspective sound since forming in 2016. Known for blending warm acoustic textures with subtle synth undertones, their music explores themes of resilience, transformation, and quiet triumphs, as heard in emotionally layered releases like *Endure* (2022) and *We Become Who We’ve Always Been* (2023). Their DIY ethos shines through raw-but-polished arrangements and lyrics that feel like late-night conversations with old friends.

Recent EPs *Ages* and *Tethers* showcase their evolution toward lusher production while maintaining the duo’s signature poetic intimacy. Though they’ve cultivated a devoted grassroots following through intimate Pacific Northwest shows and Bandcamp releases, Noyo Mathis stays refreshingly grounded, often sharing behind-the-scenes gear experiments and lyrical drafts with fans. Their work feels like a shared secret – unpretentious, deeply felt, and built to soundtrack life’s quieter epiphanies.