Bad Educated is an emerging duo blending experimental indie rock with lo-fi pop sensibilities, formed by longtime friends and collaborators Alex Rivera and Jamie Chu. Hailing from the creative underground of Portland, Oregon, Bad Educated draws inspiration from the city’s vibrant DIY ethos, weaving together introspective lyrics with off-kilter guitar textures and vintage synth layers. Their music delves into themes of disillusionment, digital detachment, and the search for authenticity in a hyper-connected age, offering listeners both cathartic release and infectious hooks.

Since their debut EP in 2022, Bad Educated has cultivated a devoted following at local venues and online, praised for their chaotic yet emotionally resonant live performances. Constantly evolving, the duo is motivated by a restless curiosity, striving to push boundaries while remaining rooted in the raw vulnerability that first fueled their collaboration.