Diet Cig, an American indie rock duo formed in 2014 in New Paltz, New York, recently delivered a high-energy Tiny Desk concert that left audiences exhilarated. The dynamic performance featured guitarist and singer Alex Luciano's candied vocals singing truth to power, highlighting themes of adolescence and punk culture in songs like "Sixteen." Drummer Noah Bowman provided the propulsive beats that complemented Luciano's energetic stage presence.

The band's background story is as unique as their sound, with Luciano and Bowman meeting at a house show in 2014 and quickly bonding over music. Despite Luciano's limited guitar skills at the time, the duo embarked on a musical journey that led to the formation of Diet Cig. Known for their albums "Swear I'm Good At This" and "Do You Wonder About Me," Diet Cig's music is a blend of leaping pop and punk influences that captivate audiences.

In a quirky anecdote, the band's name, Diet Cig, was chosen without any particular significance, as confirmed by Luciano and Bowman in an interview. The duo's unconventional path to success and their refreshing blend of punk ethos with pop melodies have solidified their unique place in the indie rock scene.