Discover Xenya Genovese: The enigmatic Freak Slug

Freak Slug is the stage name of Xenya Genovese, a British indie songwriter and singer from Manchester, England. Her music is influenced by Ride, Mazzy Star and Pavement.

In 2021, Genovese released her debut EP, Slow Down Babe.

Her second EP, titled I’m In Love, was released in 2022.

In 2023, Genovese released her third EP, titled Viva la Vulva, using her Freak Slug moniker.

Her debut album, I Blow Out Big Candles, was released in November 2024.

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On 23 April 2025, Freak Slug’s live session for Audiotree, recorded in Chicago, was posted on YouTube

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