Chicago indie rock duo Math 125 just dropped their latest single, “Butterfly” and it’s a total rush from start to finish. With Ilija Srbinovski’s gritty vocals and sharp songwriting paired with Max Svadlena’s explosive drumming, the track delivers both emotion and energy in one tight package.
The song dives into the feeling of being stuck in a love that you can’t quite figure out, wanting to hold on but not knowing what comes next. It’s personal, it’s honest and the lyrics really hit hard. The chorus line “I’ll hold your wings down, my sweet butterfly” sums it all up perfectly.
The production of this track is polished and full of life. The guitars are loud and expressive, the drums punch through with purpose and the solo is a real standout moment. There’s a raw yet refined feel here that gives the song its unique atmosphere. We really love this duo’s style and musical skills and can’t wait for their full album in June. So if you haven’t heard this track yet, you’re missing out. Go give it a listen.
ABOUT THE DUO:
Navigating through the flourishing underground music scene on raw talent and dedication, the Chicago based indie rock duo consisting of lead singer/multi instrumentalist Ilija Srbinovski and drummer/backup vocalist Max Svadlena, have been recording and perfecting their debut album. With a sound ranging from distorted guitar anthems, to melancholic ballads, the duo manages to capture the problematic aspects of young adulthood, through clever lyrics, infectious beats, and catchy melodies. Their debut album is highly awaited among the suburban/city music scene, amplified by the circulation of demo tracks throughout the community. It is expected to release in early 2025, with the singles being released over the fall and winter of 2024.
The duo met while attending the University of Illinois at Chicago, after Ilija put up posters around the school looking for band members. After connecting with Max through email, the band was soon formed, and named after a math course that Ilija was taking at the university. There was instant chemistry between the two as their sound echoed through the hallways of the Chicago Music Garage where the band had their first practices. Bonding over their love for music, they managed to combine Ilija’s Yugoslavian Rock and Experimental Rock influences (Bajaga i Instruktori, Queens of the Stone age, Radiohead etc) with Max’s love for Twenty One Pilots, Austrian superstar Falco, and punk/rock music into their debut effort.
