Since bursting onto the scene, Chicago-based trio Dehd has continued to make waves within the genre. Comprised of lead singers Emily Kempf and Jason Balla, and drummer Eric McGrady, Dehd were a refreshing addition to the genre with their strain of pop-infused indie rock. Noted for bearing similarities to a vast array of industry stalwarts, from the likes of the Velvet Underground and New Order to The Growlers, Dehd committed to a no-punches pulled approach to songwriting.  Characterized by reverb-heavy guitar, blunt drumming, and the use of idiosyncratic vocals, which include drawls, call-and response, yelping, and frequent use of counter-melody.