"Trouble" is certainly on the horizon with Scatterbrain’s latest album — and for a few different reasons. A chaotic mix of genres from the '90s, ranging from metal and funk to ska, this album is a wild ride from start to finish. The easiest way to sum it up is this: it’s a clash of sounds, paired with some questionable vocals. The result is an album that can either be a fun, cheesy experience or a frustrating, confusing mess — depending on how seriously you choose to take it.
If you don’t expect much and embrace the absurdity, Scatterbrain’s album can be an enjoyable dive into nostalgia with its wacky, over-the-top moments. The lyrics are cheesy, the vocals intentionally offbeat and humorous, and the overall vibe is one of playful chaos. The album isn’t exactly going for highbrow art or polished production; instead, it seems to be reveling in its own sense of absurdity. If you let go of expectations and approach it with a sense of humor, it can be a guilty pleasure, full of catchy riffs, quirky energy, and moments that might make you laugh rather than think too hard about the quality.
On the other hand, if you approach this album with a more serious mindset, it can quickly become a frustrating experience. The production feels rough, and the genre mixing often seems forced rather than inspired. The band crams an eclectic assortment of influences — from ska to metal to funk — into one song, and while it’s impressive in its ambition, it doesn’t always come together in a way that feels cohesive. At times, it feels more like a collage of ideas from various legacy bands than a solid album. The blending of so many different musical elements can leave you feeling disoriented and confused, like you’re not sure what genre you're listening to from one track to the next.
True to their name, Scatterbrain manages to live up to the reputation with their wildly unpredictable musical choices. While the genre shifts and chaotic style might appeal to fans of experimental music or those nostalgic for the randomness of the '90s, it ultimately makes the album hard to follow and harder to appreciate fully. The lack of cohesion, combined with the questionable vocal choices, makes for a production that feels amateurish and unpolished.
The one thing that stands out about this album is its ambition. The band attempts to blend over ten different songs and influences into a single track, and while that’s certainly impressive in terms of scope, it doesn’t always come together in a way that makes sense. The final product feels like a disjointed mess of clashing sounds rather than a unified musical statement.
In conclusion, Scatterbrain’s album is a wild, unpredictable ride that’s bound to leave listeners either laughing or scratching their heads. If you can embrace the chaos, there’s some fun to be had in the absurdity of it all. But if you’re looking for something with structure, consistency, or solid production, you may want to look elsewhere. The album, like the band’s name, will leave you feeling scatterbrained, but whether that’s a good or bad thing depends entirely on your perspective.
RATING: 4/10
NOTIABLE TRACKS:
That't That
Down With The Ship (Slight Return)
Outta Time