Minneapolis indie rock outfit Agnes Uncaged have released the music video for “Paperdoll,” a standout track from their debut album Cyanotype, now out. The video arrives as a defining visual statement for a band stepping into a new era, pairing their cinematic songwriting with imagery that leans into both nostalgia and surrealism.

Formerly known as Creeping Charlie, the band reemerges with a sharper identity and a broader sonic scope. Led by sisters Julia and Esmé Eubanks alongside Jack Malone and Cole Benson, Agnes Uncaged builds a sound that balances melodic clarity with textured distortion, pulling from the lineage of ‘90s Pacific Northwest grunge while maintaining a modern, narrative-driven approach.

“Paperdoll” sits at the center of that evolution. The track builds a dense, guitar-driven wall of sound, framing a story rooted in emotional distance and one-sided connection. That tension carries into the video, which echoes the aesthetic of classic MTV-era visuals while grounding itself in a more abstract, dreamlike presentation.

The band’s conceptual foundation traces back to a defining image: a rabbit apparition that came to Julia Eubanks during a hike through the French Alps. That moment became a symbolic turning point, dissolving creative hesitation and shaping the project’s identity. The name Agnes Uncaged reflects that shift, with the band’s lyrics often moving between literal storytelling and surreal imagery.

Cyanotype, released January 23, was produced by John Agnello and mixed by Brian Deck, giving the record both weight and clarity. Across its ten tracks, the album captures the volatility of early adulthood through layered guitars, hook-forward songwriting, and a sense of emotional immediacy.

With “Paperdoll,” Agnes Uncaged sharpen their visual language to match their sound. It’s a continuation of the world introduced on Cyanotype, but more focused — a band refining its identity while leaning further into the tension between beauty and abrasion.