Duncan Cook of Portland, Maine ventures beyond his roots as a metal musician with a new project under the moniker of ‘desmo.’. His music fuses elements of dark R&B and emo rap, drawing from influences such as Joji, nothing,nowhere, and The Weeknd. Raw, introspective lyrics are coupled with versatile vocal styling, backed by hard hitting yet ethereal beats. desmo. aims to create music that is truly unique and captivating.

Fueled by his own struggles with depression and loss, desmo. uses his songs as an unfiltered emotional outlet, and a way to bring hope to those who may be facing similar obstacles. He confides in the listener his deepest thoughts and anxieties, proving that one can battle such mental anguish and still survive.