Brad Sucks - Out Of It

Review by Milly Vanderwood

Out Of It by Brad Sucks: A Chaotic, Self-Released Gem That’s Hard to Shake Off If you’re the kind of person who digs indie rock with a side of quirky charm, Out Of It by Brad Sucks is like finding an unmarked mixtape at a thrift store—it’s rough around the edges but full of surprises. Released in 2008 (yeah, that long ago), this Canadian-born album blends alternative rock and pop/rock vibes into something that feels both nostalgic and oddly fresh. And hey, it’s self-released under “Not On Label,” which screams DIY punk spirit louder than your neighbor’s garage band practice. Let’s dive into two tracks that stuck in my brain like gum on a hot sidewalk: First up, “Dropping Out Of School.” The title alone hits different if you’ve ever stared blankly at a textbook wondering why life has led you here. This track is catchy as hell, blending crunchy guitars with lyrics that feel like they were scribbled during math class. It’s not just about dropping out literally—it’s more like an anthem for anyone who’s ever felt stuck or ready to bail on their current situation. Plus, there’s something hilariously cathartic about shouting along to lines like, “I don’t wanna do this anymore!” Pro tip: play this one when your boss emails you after hours. Then there’s “You’re Not Going Anywhere,” which might sound like a breakup song at first listen—but stick around, and it morphs into this weird existential head-scratcher. Is he talking about leaving town? Or maybe escaping some toxic relationship? Either way, the layered vocals (shoutout to Anti-M, Eric Pererson, and co.) add depth without overdoing it. By the end, you’ll find yourself humming the chorus while questioning all your life choices—which is exactly what good music should do, right? The production quality isn’t perfect—Brad himself handled most of the recording and mixing duties—but honestly, that rawness adds character. You can tell these songs came straight from his brain without too many corporate hands messing them up. Kudos also go to Fredrik Olsson for the artwork; it matches the scrappy vibe perfectly. What really makes Out Of It stand out is how relatable it feels. These aren’t polished stadium anthems designed to sell energy drinks—they’re honest tunes for people who’ve been through crap and know how to laugh about it later. Sure, the album repeats a couple of tracks (cough "Dropping Out Of School" twice??), but even that feels kinda charming, like hearing your favorite uncle tell the same story again because he knows you love it. In conclusion, Out Of It is the musical equivalent of wearing mismatched socks—you might think it shouldn’t work, but somehow it does. Listening to it reminds me that sometimes imperfection is where the magic happens. Now excuse me while I add “Gasoline” to my playlist… wait, did I mention that track yet? Oh well, guess you’ll have to check it out yourself.

Artist: Brad Sucks
Album: Out Of It

Canada

2008

Rating: 3.8

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MP3 size: 60 mb
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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
Dropping Out Of School	3:43
You're Not Going Anywhere	3:38
Out Of It	3:39
Dropping Out of School	3:43
You're Not Going Anywhere	3:38
Gasoline	3:57
Bad Sign	3:52
Understood by Your Dad	2:50
Total Breakdown	2:18
Certain Death	3:49
Out of It	3:39
Fake It	3:34
There's Something Wrong	3:28
There's Something Wrong	3:28
Understood By Your Dad	2:50

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Brad Sucks - Certain Death

Brad Sucks - Dropping Out of School

Brad Sucks - Fake It

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Not On Label
Not On Label (Brad Sucks Self-released)

Listen online

ouvir online
online luisteren
ascolta in linea
écouter en ligne
lytte på nettet
escuchar en línea
lyssna på nätet
online anhören
kuunnella verkossa

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10 × File
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192 kbps VBR
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CD
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Companies

Role	Company
Mastered At	GZ Media
Pressed By	Precision Record Pressing

Credits

Role	Credit
Artwork	Fredrik Olsson
Mixed By	Brad, Rob Cosh
Vocals	Anti-M (tracks: B9), Eric Pererson (tracks: B9), James Berry (tracks: B9), Jeff Fal (tracks: B9), Jonathan Coulton (tracks: B9), Joshua Britt (tracks: B9), Justin Bacon (tracks: B9), Katherine Glover (tracks: B9)
Written By	Brad
Performer	Brad
Recorded By	Brad

Notes

Distributed via the Jamendo website.
All tracks are under a Creative Commons License
Limited edition of 300 copies.
Songs in mp3 format on disc.
Lyrics in textfile on disc.
Released under a Creative Commons license 3.0. Full source available at www.bradsucks.net.
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On backside of sleeve:
All songs written, performed and recorded by Brad.
Mixed by Rob Cosh and Brad. Album artwork by Fredrik Olsson.
Additional vocals on "Out Of It": Justin Bacon, James Berry, Joshua Britt, Jonathan Coulton, Jeff Fal, Katharine Glover, Anti-M and Eric Peterson.

Barcodes

Other (Jamendo ID): 31187
Matrix / Runout (Side A): 10-85053 / BS002 - A 177708E1/A
Matrix / Runout (Side B): 10-85053 / BS002 - B 177708E2/A
Barcode: 6 2598960062 3

About Brad Sucks

Musician from Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. Releasing his songs under a copyleft license. One of Magnatune's best selling artists and an Internet phenomenon, Brad Sucks is Brad Turcotte of Ottawa, Canadaone of the first artists to take full advantage of the free culture movement for self-promotion and distribution. Inspired by peer-to-peer file sharing of music, he began releasing his incredibly catchy indie pop songs online in 2002 and has since developed a significant online fanbase that includes remixers, visual artists, and a host of others whom he regularly invites to participate directly in his projects. In 2003 he released his fan-funded debut album, I Don't Know What I'm Doing as well as its complete audio source. The self-produced 12 song set has been compared to Beck, Moby, Folk Implosion, and John Vanderslice and received a great deal of college and commercial airplay all over the world, including Australia, the UK, and the Caribbean.The music has been licensed by VH1, as well as several radio and television commercials. In 2007 a double album of remixes of I Don't Know What I'm Doing was released on Magnatune, featuring many of ccMixter's most popular remixers. Since Brad was one of the first to make the decision to release his music under a Creative Commons license, he was free to promote it through sites such as Magnatune, ccMixter, and the Podsafe Music Network, and he received a significant amount of publicity through blogs and interviews in free culture magazines such as Red Hat Magazine. Brad has also been featured in Maxim, The Seattle Times, NPR's All Songs Considerd, Flak Magazine, The Economist, and the Toronto Star, among many other publications.

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Brad Turcotte

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Bradsucks

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Brad Turcotte

Interesting fact about Album

Did you know that Brad Sucks' album *Out Of It* is a DIY gem? Released in 2008, it’s packed with indie rock and alternative vibes. What’s cool is that Brad did most of the work himself—writing, performing, recording, and even mixing the tracks. He got some help from friends, though, like Jonathan Coulton, who added vocals to one song. The artwork was done by Fredrik Olsson, adding another personal touch. Self-released under his own label, this Canadian project feels like a true labor of love.