Since meeting in high school, Salvadore McNamara and Cooper B. Handy have slowly & steadily worn down their own distinct rut in the East Coast post-everything guitar based music underground. As Taxidermists, the duo have been flying on the cusp of above and below the radar since their 2011 debut LP Moonburn. With a handful of excellent releases and a constant stream of live shows, the Massachusetts based band has wholeheartedly embraced what the kids used to call DIY. No pretension, no gimmick, and nothing to prove to anyone but themselves, the duo has melded their playing into a distinctly unique sound – drums playing as much melody as they are keeping time, high IQ guitar playing, and lyrics that simultaneously remain fractured and hit straight to the point. Taxidermists songs and shows are often short and to the point. Leaving you both satisfied and wanting more. Recently, Cooper has found success with his solo project LUCY (Cooper B. Handy). GQ called him "your favorite artist's favorite artist". It is a similar ethos that Cooper brings to his solo endeavors that he, along with Sal, bring to Taxidermists.