Alisa Stepura’s debut album, ‘Birds Are Dinosaurs Too,’ bursts onto the 2025 scene with the kind of raw, electric confidence that signals an artist fully stepping into her own. Arriving just in time for summer, the record blends the grit of noughties alternative with the swagger of classic indie rock ’n’ roll, delivering a tracklist that swings from riotous, stadium-ready anthems to moments of sharp, introspective calm.
The standout single, Aftertaste, channels the kinetic spirit of Arctic Monkeys and The Subways, wrapping heavy, alt-rock-infused riffs in a hook-laden package that’s as nostalgic as it is fresh. Its pop sensibility gives it an anthemic, crossover-ready punch, while the textured guitar work and vibrant energy showcase Stepura’s expressive range. The track’s old-school charm is no accident—recorded almost entirely on reel-to-reel tape, with only vocals and a final synth flourish tracked digitally, it embodies a deliberate departure from computer-heavy production, resulting in a sound that feels both warm and immediate.
From start to finish, Birds Are Dinosaurs Too captures the restless, rebellious energy of a new artist making her mark. With its blend of nostalgic edge and modern bite, Alisa Stepura has crafted a debut that’s not just a nod to indie rock’s golden era, but a statement of where the genre—and her artistry—can go next.
Alisa Stepura’s Birds Are Dinosaurs Too is a fearless debut
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