If you’ve been following music news recently, then you have definitely heard the name “Geese” come up multiple times. Not to be confused with the jam band “Goose,” Geese is an indie rock band made up of young musicians: frontman Cameron Winter on vocals, Max Bassin on drums, Emily Green on guitar, and Dominic DiGesu on bass. If you haven’t heard of Geese before, it’s time you pay attention—because they are quickly becoming America’s favorite new rock band. If you like bands like the Strokes and Radiohead, Geese might be your next find. Because of the band’s unique style and experimental nature, Geese has managed to get its name out and around in the span of only a couple years, starting with a free concert on the streets of Brooklyn to playing on Saturday Night Live last Saturday.
As high schoolers in 2021, Geese started off strong with its first album: “Projector,” which sounds similar to the classic indie rock vibes in albums performed by The Strokes and Franz Ferdinand. The band then went on to create “3D Country,” a psychedelic concept album released in 2023, which is high energy and very 70s influenced.
Then in 2025– “Getting Killed.” This album is a masterpiece. It’s a genre-bending, experimental, and beautifully unique album. When I first heard Geese’s “Getting Killed,” I was frankly at a loss for words: I had never heard anything like it. Some songs were very percussion based, which felt very raw, while some went absolutely wild, with every member of the band doing their own thing. This cacophony contributed to the beauty of the idea of the albums untamedness and unpredictability. This album launched Geese into stardom, topping many of 2025’s best album lists.
One thing I couldn’t quite comprehend when listening to Geese for the first time was the individuality of frontman Winter’s voice. His vocals are so unique that you can’t quite put a pin on who else they could possibly sound like. Some people say a mix of Bob Dylan and the low range of Radiohead’s Thom Yorke, but to me, Winter’s voice is truly individual. From his distinctive falsetto to his quality baritone, Winter’s voice is very much versatile.
Likewise to the Bob Dylan/Cameron Winter comparison, Dylan dealt with being polarized by the public—some hated him, some loved him. Some think the unrefined aspect of Geese’s music is terrible, that Winter’s voice is insufferable, and that they are totally overhyped. On the other end of the spectrum, there are those who think Geese is the future of music, bringing a fresh energy to the music scene. In the end, however, it’s just a matter of taste. If Geese resonates with you, wonderful. If they don’t, that’s okay. Much like Dylan, Geese will probably be a subject of musical debate for the impending future.
What’s fascinating is how Winter has made a name for himself as a prominent solo artist, totally pivoting from Geese’s chaotic nature. Winter released his solo album in 2024— “Heavy Metal”—which includes slower and more emotional piano driven songs with intricate soundscapes. While the untamed nature remains similar to Geese, Winter shows listeners the soul-searching side of his songwriting. His album is very stripped back, displaying Winter’s true earnestness. The lyrics seem to be brutally honest—sometimes poking at Winter’s self awareness. All in all, this album is incredible, and I’d recommend listening, enjoying Winter’s lyrical artistry.
Ultimately, Winter and Geese are going to have an unforgettable impact on music today. If you haven’t given Geese a listen, I highly suggest you do, because you won’t find the same chaotic untamed energy anywhere else.