Upcoming Shows
Final shows of the year are being announced!! We have the incredible opportunity to celebrate 2024 with so many of our friends we have met along the way. We look forward to seeing you at one of our shows!
Friday, December 20th 2024
7:30pm | 21+
Ugly sweater party at Dante’s! Fawkes Glove with Soundbucket, Baby Grendel, and The Hypnatwists. Bring your ugly sweater!
Dante's
350 W Burnside St
Portland, OR 97209
Saturday, January 4th 2025
6:30pm | All Ages
Postrich Bear with Psychic Poppies and The Hypnatwists
Infinity Room
210 Liberty St SE #150
Salem, OR 97301
Check back again soon! Announcements will also be made via our mailing list and Instagram.
Contact us for all booking inquiries.
Our Story
We are The Hypnatwists, a dynamic three-piece band hailing from a garage in Salem, Oregon. Comprising Ruby on vocals and guitar, Tony on bass, and Zack on drums, we came together in a serendipitous encounter at a Hives concert in Portland back in November of 2023.
Our name, “The Hypnatwists,” is inspired by hypnagogic hallucinations but these are the ones that keep you up dancing at night. Just like those mesmerizing visions that keep you moving, our music aims to hypnotize listeners and keep them grooving till dawn.
Our Sound
United by our shared passion for music, we quickly realized that we had something special when we jammed together for the first time. Drawing inspiration from our diverse musical backgrounds and influences, we set out to create a sound that is uniquely our own. At our core, we are a garage rock and indie rock band, fully embracing our DIY ethos and independent spirit. Our music is characterized by raw energy, infectious melodies, and a wide range of dynamics.
Ruby’s vocals soar with passion and intensity, delivering lyrics that resonate with honesty and emotion. Her guitar work is equally dynamic, ranging from gritty power chords to intricate melodies that captivate the listener’s ear.
Tony’s bass lines provide a solid foundation for our sound, driving the rhythm with infectious grooves and pulsating energy. His bass playing adds depth and dimension to our music, anchoring the songs with a powerful low end that demands attention.
And Zack’s drumming is the heartbeat of the band, driving the rhythm with precision and flair. Drawing inspiration from punk rock and beyond, his drumming style adds urgency and intensity to our music, propelling each song forward with relentless energy.
Together, we create a sound that is uniquely our own—a sonic tapestry that reflects everything that inspire us. From high-energy anthems to introspective ballads infused with the emotional depth of Bollywood music, The Hypnatwists defy genre conventions and embrace the freedom to explore new sonic territories.
The Hypnatwists are ready to take you on a musical adventure you won’t soon forget.
Press & Reviews
- Obscure Sound, The Hypnatwists – “Wicked Eyes”, December 7, 2024
- Alt77 Alternative Music Blog, The Hypnatwists and Mooses Reviewed, November 4, 2024
- The Moon - 105.5 FM, Radio Interview (Video), September 26, 2024
- Salem Reporter, “Gardens, alleys and Salem streets fill with songs for Make Music Day,” June 21, 2024