About

Femtanyl is an electronic music duo from Canada with roots in Toronto whose sound is characterized by aggression and chaos, with influences coming from genres such as digital hardcore, webcore, breakcore, and jungle. The group was initially formed as a solo act by the singer-songwriter and producer Noelle Stockwood, who was born as Noelle Mansbridge, in May 2023 and grew to become a duo in 2025.

Femtanyl

Femtanyl is a Toronto-based band that performs jungle and digital hardcore music, made up of Noelle Stockwood (singing and production) and Juno Callender (percussion and production). Additionally, Skyla Hearsethief (DJ and design) is a live member of the band, and the group’s music is well-known for its melancholic or nostalgic tone.

“S33K H3LP” marked the debut single of Femtanyl, released in May 2023. More singles were released during the course of the year, followed by the debut EP titled ‘CHASER’, released in August. Femtanyl made their first live performance in January 2024.

Origins & Formation

Founded: 2023 by Noelle Stockwood (vocals, songwriter), who previously released music under the name LilyNiku.
Joined by: Juno Callender (multi‑instrumentalist, live drummer) in 2025, officially becoming a duo.
Base: Toronto, Canada, though they later worked extensively in Seattle.

Early Career

First singles: “Murder Every 1 U Know!” and “Girl Hell 1999” gained traction online.
Debut EP: Chaser (Sept 2023) — described by Pitchfork as “a relentless hamster wheel of energy.”
Breakthrough: Over 40 million streams in its first year.
First live show: January 2024, sold out in two hours.

Rise & Collaborations

Sophomore EP: Reactor (Nov 2024), featuring rapper Danny Brown on “M3 n M1n3.”
Touring: Supported Danny Brown on his Stardust tour in 2025, alongside Underscores.
Style: Aggressive, kinetic electronic music with influences from Nine Inch Nails, Throbbing Gristle, The Prodigy, and Drain Gang.

Debut Album

Album: Man Bites Dog (Feb 13, 2026).
Themes: Body horror, dark lyrics, intense screams, contrasted with mellow tracks — showcasing versatility.
Reception: Praised for rejecting conformity and blending punk, screamo, hardcore, techno, and EDM influences.
Tour: Embarked on a U.S. tour in 2026, ending with a performance at Primavera Sound Festival in Barcelona.

Fanbase & Identity

Community: Popular in online spaces, especially the furry fandom.
Mascot: Their cover art often features Token, a cat‑like mascot depicted in disfigured or surreal forms.
Mission: To create a space where fans can “unleash their inner freak” and embrace individuality.

Personal Notes

Noelle Stockwood: A transgender woman, born June 6, 2003 (Gemini).
Artistic Vision: Both members emphasize unfiltered, unapologetic expression, blending chaos with creativity.