music
December 31, 2025
‘Being annoying is worse than being evil’: the high-octane, low-culture genius of indie duo Getdown Services
Scatological lyrics, social conscience and a shoutout from Walton Goggins – 2026 is going to be the laptop garage band’s year

TL;DR
- Getdown Services are gaining a significant following for their energetic live shows and genre-agnostic music.
- Their music combines pop culture references, electro-house grooves, and humorous lyrics about everyday subjects, often with underlying social commentary.
- The band actively critiques toxic masculinity and engages in social activism, including speaking out against censorship and transphobia.
- Despite their humorous approach, they emphasize that they are a band, not a comedy act.
- Getdown Services have had a successful year with numerous gigs, tours, and a large Spotify following.
- They are working on a second album and remain committed to their independent label.
- The duo started their musical journey in lockdown, building on years of friendship and musical experimentation.
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