Vol. 179: Meet The Orchids, Nova Scotia’s Ferocious Two-Piece
This week on Strange Grooves, we’re taking a detour down a fuzz-covered highway into the roaring world of The Orchids — a punk/stoner rock duo out of Truro, Nova Scotia, who prove that loud doesn’t need numbers, it needs nerve.
The Birth of a Sonic Storm
Formed in 2023, Rhys Poirier (guitar/vocals) and Alexis Grant (drums) didn’t just walk onto the scene — they tore into it like a feedback-drenched freight train. With unrelenting power and a chemistry that hits you in the gut, The Orchids are redefining what’s possible when two people share one mission: crank it up and don’t let up.
Capturing Raw Energy
In this episode, we hang out with the band to talk all things loud, live, and local. Their debut album, released on March 28, 2025, “Here To Destroy”, was recorded live off the floor over six months — a deliberate choice to keep things gritty and real. The result? A wall of sound that feels like you’re front row at one of their shows.
Influences and Evolution
Drawing sonic fuel from legends like Kyuss, Mudhoney, Queens of the Stone Age, Eric’s Trip, and The White Stripes, The Orchids pay homage without ever copying. They blend punk rawness and stoner groove into something undeniably their own. Local bands and the vibrant East Coast scene continue to shape their sound and spark their creativity.
Rising Respect
Despite being a fresh face, The Orchids have earned nods from seasoned musicians — the kind of praise you don’t just get; you earn with sweat and sound. Their live shows are turning heads and drawing crowds, making them a must-see act on the rise.
What’s Next?
The band has plans to hit Saint John, and if you’re lucky, you’ll catch them in their natural habitat: on stage, mid-riff, mid-roar. They’re also spinning their own recent favorites and staying active on Instagram, Facebook, and across streaming platforms.
Press Play and Get Strange
Whether you’re into basement-blasting punk or sludgy stoner riffs, The Orchids deliver. Tune in to this week’s episode and get to know the duo that’s shaking the Maritimes — one loud track at a time.
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