In an era where music is often designed to overwhelm the listener with maximalist production and constant shifts in pace, Spyderhuff’s latest EP, ‘SOMETIMES (i need to do something bad)’, arrives as a much-needed sanctuary. It is a warm, bluesy Americana breather that demands you slow down, pull up a chair, and simply sit with the music.
The EP’s opening track serves as an ideal introduction to this philosophy. It pulls the listener in with a deceptive simplicity, relying on soaring, earnest vocals and stripped-back lyrics that cut through the noise of daily life. ‘Rha-Who-Dum’ quickly establishes that Spyderhuff isn’t interested in staying within the lines of traditional Americana. It is an eccentric, experimental standout that feels both warm and deeply bluesy. There is a seductive quality to the production, it’s riff-heavy and weird in the best possible way, showcasing their ability to inject a sense of personality into their instrumentation that feels entirely their own.
The energy shifts with ‘Make Fire’, which takes a surprising turn into the realm of shoegaze. Featuring massive, shimmering riffs and thick, heavy bass lines, this track is darker, faster, and surprisingly uplifting. It’s a refreshing change of pace that highlights the group’s eclectic instincts, balancing the fuzz of shoegaze with the grounded warmth of their vocal delivery. The project continues to lean into its blues roots with ‘Don’t Do It’, where the bass lines again take centre stage, providing a pulse that is both exciting and infectious. The EP concludes with ‘Saddle Up’, a distinctively Western-esque affair, it’s a bold, evocative closer that cements the record’s cinematic, arid aesthetic.
While ‘SOMETIMES (i need to do something bad)’ might sit outside the realm of typical heavy-rotation playlists, it is a record that values mood over sheer intensity. Spyderhuff has crafted a collection that feels lived-in and honest, offering a rare opportunity for us to find clarity in the music rather than being buried by it. If you are looking for a sonic palate cleanser that is as eclectic as it is comforting, this EP is well worth the time.
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