A Single to SWEAT For: New Release by NYC Indie-Rock Band DOUBLE STANDARD

[Photo by Kirill Bykanov]

Girl rock is officially in for 2025, and NYC-based queer-indie-girl band Double Standard is steering the revival with all the swagger and grit we didn’t realize we’d been missing. Formed in early 2024, the band started with college friends Siena Chanel and Lydia Eberling, whose musical chemistry laid the foundation for what would become an irresistible force of sound. They quickly enlisted bassist Zoe Arora, lead guitarist Lauren Dinhofer, and drummer Meg Cournoyer to round out the lineup, creating a powerhouse quintet that has been turning heads ever since.

After debuting with their dreamy-yet-defiant single “Crush,” Double Standard kicked off 2025 with the release of “Sweat,” a high-energy anthem that channels the raw charm of early 2000s indie rock. The track is all punch, pulse, and personality, seamlessly blending sultry lyricism with a gritty NYC edge.

Siena Chanel and Lydia Eberling’s vocals are a perfect match. The vocals of Siena Chanel and Lydia Eberling fit each other perfectly; Chanel's playful edge accentuates Eberling's powerful presence to produce a layered dynamic that captures you from the first line:

You’re a heartracer, timetaker / touch you like you won’t forget

Meanwhile, Dinhofer’s sharp lead guitar riffs and Arora’s bassline keep the track grounded in a propulsive rhythm, while Cournoyer’s infectious drumming turns every beat into a call to move. Together, the band delivers a sound that’s unapologetically bold and refreshingly fun.

[Photo by Kirill Byaknov]

Inspired by one unforgettable college night out, Chanel crafted the bones of “Sweat,” which the band brought to life in Brooklyn’s Diamond Records studio. With collaborators Alex Gomez and Ayad Al-Adhamy adding their production magic, the result is a song that feels as lively as it does raw—modern indie rock with a nod to its classic roots.

The music video, directed by Trillium Bentley, is a fluorescent fever dream that matches the song’s energy perfectly. Featuring the band in retro aerobics gear, wielding toy instruments, the surreal visuals amplify the high-octane vibe, like a neon-lit memory of a wild night out that leaves you buzzing.

I know that I make you sweat / you know that you make me…

With “Sweat,” Double Standard cements themselves as one of the most exciting new acts on the indie scene. As they roll into 2025 with a promise of more music, it’s clear that this band isn’t just here to revive girl rock—they’re here to redefine it. If this is the warm-up, we can’t wait for the main event. Buckle up, because Double Standard is setting the new standard.

Written by Jai LePrince

Photos taken by Kirill Byaknov