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EKKSTACY - chicago (Live). An exclusive performance for Vevo DSCVR, the channel for the best in new music. “Come to my shows lol” reads the caption of the blurry photo depicting EKKSTACY crowdsurfing, hands raised in triumph, at one of his club shows a couple years back. As the pop punk revival continues, Gen Zers such as Stacy who not only uphold its core tenets (mosh pits, lyrics about sadness bordering on nihilism, earworm guitar hooks, etc.) but also push it forward are enhancing the genre that gave the previous generation an identity and solace. Judging from photos and fan response, it’s def safe to say that the face-tatted 22-year-old is adept at fostering community at his gigs. In March he’ll traverse clubs across Europe; In May and July he’ll be rocking Stateside. Opportunity abounds. “No one is making music off of just their idea. It’s impossible. I like to be influenced,” says the Vancouver born and raised, LA based singer. He counts Beach House and $uicideboys among current fascinations
