Desi & Cody with special guest April Fools & Studio House
Schedule
Sat, 18 Oct, 2025 at 09:00 pm
UTC-05:00Location
1747 S Boston Ave, Tulsa, OK, United States, Oklahoma 74119 | Tulsa, OK
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The Tulsa, OK-based duo, Desi and Cody, describe their second album, “Yes This Is Killing Us,” as a “dark comedy.” United both through music and matrimony, their latest
collaboration exposes the perils and triumphs of relationships. Desi’s seductive voice
combined with Cody’s emotive vocals and sweet harmonies, sonically manifest a
refreshing homage to classic 60’s femme fatales with chamber pop and baroque
textures which transform their Okie roots into the realm of futuristic folk.
“The entire album, “Yes, This Is Killing Us,” is more or less about touring and making
records with your spouse, says Cody. The album launches with a haunting, new wave
synth sound that swerves into a chorale on “It’s Our Thing.” “It is about not holding back
with any preconceived notions,” explains Cody. “She’s No Good For You,” shines with
Desi’s endearing, nostalgic singing, while stirring, melancholy “Rehearse The Lines,”
marks the first time Desi’s recorded one her own compositions.
Desi and Cody chronicle on-the-road antics in the video for their sultry version of Chris
Isaac’s “Wicked Game.” Director Miles Rogoish filmed eye-catching images from
boondocks to the seediness of Hollywood. “Wicked Game” features an old keyboard to
replace the iconic guitar line. “I used a Casio SK1,” Cody laughs. “It’s really a child’s
sampling keyboard.”
Vibrant, jazzy horns gallantly accompany the twangy “mish mash” of “Savannah.” “Elija’s
Song” is heartwarming, acoustic duet and tributes Cody’s best friend’s newborn son,
“Just remember love is stronger than the setting sun.” Desi belts out a soulful groove
with funky horns and syncopated beats for “Misunderstanding,” while “Stay,” recalls the
flirtatious, girly-vocal simplicity of the British Invasion.
A native Oklahoman, and part Cherokee, Cody grew up in the backwoods while Desi
grew up in the Northwest (Vancouver, WA and Portland, OR). She rediscovered her
singing after connecting with Cody—who first heard her talent emanating from the
shower.
Desi and Cody’s music possesses an inherent irreverence reminiscent of Lynch or
Tarantino movies. Songwriting for Cody is a visual expression, “Film usually inspires me
most,” he states.“ Their first two EPs, Cody’s “Dog Days Comin’” and Desi’s “In the
Dead of Summer,” to positive response. They successfully used Kickstarter to crowdfund
their latest album as well as their 2015 full-length debut, “Desi and Cody.” “No
Depression” called their self-titled album “superb” while The Tulsa Voice” lauded:
“there’s no higher praise an album could receive.”
“Yes, This Is Killing Us,” concludes with the multi-layered, alluring pop melody of “Open
Your Eyes.” It is a peek into the ups and downs of marriage,” explains Cody, “as well as,
at the same time being in a band.” While there may be profound doubts of the journey
they have engaged, in the end there is a sweetness that is meant to both comfort and
incite: ‘Everything's turning out right.’ ”
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Where is it happening?
1747 S Boston Ave, Tulsa, OK, United States, Oklahoma 74119Event Location & Nearby Stays:
