Ax and the Hatchetmen are an American alternative/indie rock band formed in Chicago in 2018. Members of the group include Axel Ellis, Salvatore Defilippis (vocals/guitar), Hunter Olshefke (vocals/bass), Phil Pistone (trumpet), Quinn Dolan (saxophone), and Nick Deputy (drums). They are signed with Arista Records and their first album, So Much to Tell You, was released October 24, 2025 with a tour of the same name. Pitchfork describes the band's music as "a refreshing take on indie rock, blending classic influences with modern sensibilities."
