Roo AOTD #70 Destroy Boys

By Daniel Karasek | April 13, 2025

All aboard the hype train for Bonnaroo 2025! Only 60 days until we are all on the Farm again, can you believe it? It’s coming up fast and we can’t wait to be dancing with all of you at Bonnaroo! Today’s Artist of the Day is the one and only Destroy Boys. Learn more about the artist below. Don’t forget to check out all of our artist spotlights! Thank you for reading these posts!

Artist Biography

Destroy Boys are a force of nature in the punk rock scene, a trio that emerged from the vibrant Sacramento music community with a raw sound and unflinching honesty. Formed in 2015 by Alexia Roditis and Violet Mayugba, the band originally began as an acoustic duo while still in high school. Their early work caught the attention of listeners, most notably with their track “I Threw Glass At My Friend’s Eyes and Now I’m On Probation,” which laid bare their rebellious spirit and directness in tackling personal and social issues.

When drummer Narsai Malik joined in 2018, the band solidified their signature lineup, marking the beginning of a new phase of musical exploration. Destroy Boys’ sound is undeniably punk, but it’s also layered with elements of pop-punk, grunge, and garage rock, setting them apart from the noise. Their music is as much about introspection as it is about fury, and that balance of raw emotion and vulnerability is a defining trait of their songwriting. Tracks like “Shadow (I’m Breaking Down)” from their latest project Open Mouth, Open Heart show just how deeply the band connects with listeners, with lyrics that hit hard and lyrics that are deeply personal, exploring addiction, love, and mental health.

Destroy Boys have established themselves as a band that’s unafraid to show their wounds, but it’s that openness that has garnered them a passionate fanbase. Their unique blend of punk rock energy, infectious hooks, and unapologetic lyricism makes them one of the most exciting acts in the underground music scene today. With their blend of grit and heart, Destroy Boys have proven they’re not just a punk band—they’re an evolving force in the modern rock world.