Saltbros

Saltbros is a two-person independent music and multimedia project formed in Portland, Oregon, in the early 2010s. The duo uses the stage names Salt and Brine and produces atmospheric electronic music paired with experimental visuals, with a recurring salt motif in imagery and titles.

The music blends ambient textures, modular synthesis, and field recordings, often with sparse percussion and a lo-fi aesthetic. Visuals are integrated through collaborations with filmmakers and in-house video work.

History and releases: They released their debut EP Grain in 2014, followed by the LP Salt Lines in 2017 and several EPs and singles through the late 2010s. Their work has appeared on independent film soundtracks and compilation projects.

Live and reception: Saltbros perform in intimate venues and DIY festivals, combining live modular rigs with projection and projection-mapped backdrops. Critics have described their work as "texturally rich and intimate," noting a strong DIY ethic and focus on mood over showmanship.

Influence and practice: The duo runs the independent label Saltworks and offers production tutorials and workshops, contributing to a distributed DIY community that values accessibility and collaboration.