The I.L.Y's are an American experimental rock duo from Sacramento, California. They were formed in 2015 as a side project by Death Grips members Zach Hill (vocals, drums, guitar, and keyboard) and Andy Morin (guitar and bass). They have released two digital albums through Death Grips' Third Worlds label – I've Always Been Good at True Love in 2015[4][5] and Scum with Boundaries in 2016,[6] both of which were released without any prior publicity. The I.L.Y's have never performed live other than as a part of Death Grips. They are currently signed with Castle Face Records, under which they have released their third studio album Bodyguard in 2017.
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| Origin | Sacramento, California, United States |
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| Years active | 2015–present |
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| Spinoff of | Death Grips |
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History
editThe I.L.Y's existence was revealed on June 4, 2015, when a Twitter account associated with the experimental hip hop group Death Grips shared a download link for the album I've Always Been Good at True Love, hosted on Death Grips' Third Worlds website, providing no other information regarding the album or artist involved.[4][5] Fans and critics speculated that the I.L.Y's were a side project composed of Death Grips members involving Tera Melos guitarist Nick Reinhart, or an opening act for the band's summer tour.[2] Ten days later, Death Grips confirmed that the I.L.Y's are a side project formed by Zach Hill and Andy Morin, and hinted that they planned to release the album physically.
On July 16, 2016, the I.L.Y's released their second studio album titled Scum with Boundaries via YouTube and SoundCloud, again without any prior announcement.[6]
On March 25, 2017, a third studio album titled Bodyguard, complete with track-listing and artwork was announced due for release later the same year.[7] The band later shared a double music video for two songs from the album called "Gargoyle" and "Bobo".[8] The album was digitally released on May 16, with a physical release via Castle Face Records arriving on June 16.[9]
Members
edit- Zach Hill – vocals, keyboards, guitar, drums, producer
- Andy Morin – guitar, bass, engineer, producer
Discography
edit- I've Always Been Good at True Love (2015)
- Scum with Boundaries (2016)
- Bodyguard (2017)
References
edit- ^ Williams, Megan (April 10, 2017). "Death Grips side-project The I.L.Y.'s release surreal new music video involving sesame seeds stuck to faces". Independent. Archived from the original on June 18, 2022. Retrieved May 16, 2017.
- ^ a b Rolli, Bryan (June 4, 2015). "Did Death Grips Just Release Another Surprise Album Under a Different Name?". Paste. Retrieved June 21, 2015.
- ^ Hudson, Alex (June 4, 2015). "Death Grips Share Album from Mysterious Group the i.l.y.'s". Exclaim. Retrieved May 16, 2017.
- ^ a b "Death Grips Release Album By Mysterious Group The ILYs". Pitchfork. June 4, 2015. Retrieved July 18, 2016.
- ^ a b "Death Grips Release Mysterious New Album From The ILYs". Consequence of Sound. June 4, 2015. Retrieved July 18, 2016.
- ^ a b "Death Grips Side Project The ILYs Release New Album 'Scum With Boundaries', Listen". Pitchfork. July 17, 2016. Retrieved July 18, 2016.
- ^ Pearce, Sheldon (March 25, 2017). "Death Grips Side Project the I.L.Y's Detail New Album Bodyguard". Pitchfork. Retrieved May 15, 2017.
- ^ Sodomsky, Sam (April 8, 2017). "Death Grips Side Project The I.L.Y's Share Bizarre Video for Two New Songs: Watch". Pitchfork. Retrieved May 15, 2017.
- ^ Strauss, Matthew (May 1, 2017). "Death Grips Offshoot the I.L.Y's Share New Song "I Love You Man," Announce Album Release Date". Pitchfork. Retrieved May 15, 2017.
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