Mothermary
Mothermary | |
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| Origin | New York, New York |
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| Years active | 2016-present |
| Labels | Italians Do It Better, OTRONA |
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| Website | mothermary |
Mothermary (stylized as MOTHERMARY) is an American electropop duo composed of identical twin sisters Larena Winn and Elyse Winn. Originally from Missoula, Montana, the pair later relocated to New York City. Their work blends elements of synth-pop, art pop, and darkwave, and frequently explores themes of religion, identity, and sexuality.[1]
Recorded in split studio time between New York and Los Angeles in 2020 and 2021, Mothermary released their debut studio album, I Am Your God, in 2022 through the independent record label Italians Do It Better.
History
Larena and Elyse Winn were raised in Missoula, Montana, in a strict Mormon household. They attended Brigham Young University–Idaho. Larena Winn studied theater, while Elyse Winn left for Salt Lake City and joined the musical scene there. After leaving their religious community, the sisters moved to New York City. Elyse Winn founded Mothermary as a solo act before her sister joined.[2][3]
Drawing on their shared upbringing and experiences leaving organized religion, the duo began writing music that incorporated religious symbolism alongside themes of empowerment, sexuality, and self-definition.[2] The group collaborated with Chris McLaughlin of Cigar Cigarette to record a number of early releases, gaining attention within independent electronic and synth-pop circles. Their work came to the attention of Italians Do It Better, an independent label known for its retro-influenced electronic acts. The duo subsequently signed to the label.[3][4]
Musical style and influences
Mothermary’s music has been described as electro pop, synth-pop, and darkwave, with stylistic influences from 1980s electronic music. Their recordings feature layered synthesizers, drum machines, and tightly blended and layered ethereal vocal performances.[1]
In both lyrics and performance, the duo frequently engages with themes of faith, religious symbolism, power dynamics, sexuality, and identity.[5]
Conflict with A24
In December 2025, film studio A24 released a trailer for a film named Mother Mary featuring a fictional musician by that name played by Anne Hathaway.[6] Despite passing visual similarities, Elyse and Larena Winn have no relationship to the project or the character. The Mothermary Instagram account released short form videos mocking both the trailer and A24's legal correspondence.[7][8]
Discography
Studio albums
- I Am Your God (Italians Do It Better, 2022)
Extended plays
- Non-Duality (OTRONA, 2025)
References
- ^ a b Finlayson, Ray (February 10, 2022). "Album Review: MOTHERMARY – I Am Your God". Beats Per Minute.
- ^ a b Helfand, Raphael (January 28, 2022). "MOTHERMARY reclaim their holiness on debut album I Am Your God". The FADER.
- ^ a b "MOTHERMARY Discuss Upcoming Debut Album on Italians Do It Better, Leaving Mormonism, Life as an Artist Twin, and More". Weirdo Music Forever. Retrieved 2026-03-14.
- ^ "Introducing MOTHERMARY - Duo Share New Single & Video "Coming For You" - Debut Album "I Am Your God' due January 28th via Italians Do It Better". Circuit Sweet. October 27, 2021.
- ^ Ming Lai, Chi; Piec, Belle (2022-11-16). "MOTHERMARY, LOVE OBJECT + JOON Live at Laylow". ELECTRICITYCLUB.CO.UK. Retrieved 2026-03-09.
- ^ Patton, Elaina (2025-12-02). "'Mother Mary' Trailer: Pop Star Anne Hathaway and Fashion Designer Michaela Coel Play Head Games in David Lowery's Epic Pop Melodrama". IndieWire. Retrieved 2026-03-13.
- ^ Mothermary [@mothermarymusic]; (2026-02-08). "There can only be one @mothermarymusic". Retrieved 2026-03-11 – via Instagram.
- ^ Mothermary [@mothermarymusic]; (2026-03-07). "Yeah… actually you're right we're nothing like you 😇". Retrieved 2026-03-13 – via Instagram.