86 Mentality

86 Mentality formed in Los Angeles in 2016 with Alexia Rodriguez on vocals, Elijah V. on guitar, Isaiah Fuller on bass, and Stephen Smith on drums. Their early sound pulled from punk and emo, though they didn't stick to any one style. In 2018, they put out 'Intro / Life Trap,' a song that connected with listeners dealing with mental health struggles. That track became something of an anthem for them.

They followed with albums like 'Inner Demons' in 2019, 'Rebirth' in 2021, and 'Unveiled' in 2023. Other songs in their catalog include 'Out Of Control,' 'Anti-Society,' and 'Blood Red Violence.' Their live shows were known for being loud and intense, which drew both fans and some criticism for being too abrasive.

Their lyrics often dealt with personal and societal pressures, delivered with Rodriguez's raw vocal style over guitar work that could be melodic one moment and harsh the next. They built a following among listeners who felt outside the mainstream, though they never quite broke through to wider commercial success.