Some songs take their time. “Monsters” by Frida and The Mann does exactly that. The song opens softly. Warm. There’s space in it. Frida’s voice comes in pure and controlled, almost careful at first. Then it stretches. Her range is impressive, but it never feels like showing off. Just honest. The lyrics dig into control and manipulation, and that slow climb toward taking your power back. It’s personal, you can tell. Not dramatic. Just real.
The band builds around her in a way that feels natural. The guitars are atmospheric. The drums steady. The bass subtle. Everything fits. Recorded at Lava Room Studios in Cleveland back in March 2025, the production is clean but not overworked. It breathes. By the final stretch, the song grows stronger, louder, more intense. That last part hits. No rush, just release. There’s something haunting about the melodies too. They stay with you longer than expected. And even though the sound blends alternative rock and indie pop, it doesn’t feel stuck in either lane. It moves.
Formed in 2023 and already winning Best New Artist at the 2024 Cleveland Music Awards, the band clearly isn’t slowing down. We loved this one. The softness turning powerful by the end? That’s the moment. That’s what makes “Monsters” stick.
ABOUT THE BAND:
Formed in mid 2023 in Cleveland, Ohio, Frida and The Mann blend alternative rock and indie pop into a genre defying sound rooted in honesty and emotional impact. The band came together in a basement rehearsal space with a simple mission to create unapologetic, truthful music. The current lineup consists of Frida Mann on vocals, Adam Cramer on rhythm/lead guitars, Zachary Horstman on drums, Stefan Johnson on bass and vocals and Zack Asher on rhythm/lead guitars. Since emerging in 2024, the band has quickly made a name for itself, earning the 2024 Cleveland Music Awards Best New Artist title and building a reputation as one of the most distinctive new acts in the region. With Monsters, Frida and The Mann continue to push their sound forward, delivering music that resonates deeply and lingers long after the final note.
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