Deadbeat Beat

Deadbeat Beat is a Detroit-based indie rock trio built around the strong musical friendship between guitarist Alex Glendening and drummer Maria Nuccilli. The duo's collaboration dates back to high school, where they first bonded over music and formed early projects before evolving into Deadbeat Beat with the addition of bassist Zak Frieling. Their sound developed through years of playing shows locally, self-releasing demos, EPs, and singles, carving out a unique niche in the Detroit music scene. The band's style blends energetic indie rock with a thoughtful, melodic sensibility, shaped by Maria's rhythmic drumming influenced by iconic drummers like Moe Tucker and the underground punk scene, as well as Alex's songwriting that began in his teens.

Deadbeat Beat’s story is a testament to friendship and musical growth, spanning over half their lives together. Starting as a four-piece known as the Decks in 2005, they navigated changes in lineup and life circumstances before solidifying their identity as a three-piece and adopting the name Deadbeat Beat in 2010. Their music defies easy categorization but can broadly be described as indie rock with a pop edge, characterized by catchy, thoughtful songs that reflect the band’s deep roots in Detroit’s vibrant music community.