Album Review: Had To Happen by Cachinus
Alright, so I gave Had To Happen by Cachinus a solid spin, and honestly? It’s got some serious vibes. This indie rock gem from 26-5 Music is the kind of record that sneaks up on you—like, one minute you’re just chilling, and the next you’re fully immersed in its raw, unfiltered energy. Let’s break it down real quick.
First off, the tracklist has some bangers, but two songs really stuck with me: “Out Raw” and “Desperate Last Words.”
“Out Raw” hits hard right outta the gate. It’s got this gritty guitar riff that feels like it’s punching you in the gut (in a good way, though). The vocals are kinda raspy, like they’ve been through some stuff, y’know? You can feel the emotion behind every word, and the chorus is one of those things you’ll probably catch yourself humming later, even if you don’t mean to. There’s something about the way it builds—starting simple and then exploding into this chaotic-but-controlled mess—that just works. Feels honest, like they didn’t overthink it too much.
Then there’s “Desperate Last Words.” Man, this one’s a mood. It starts off slow, almost haunting, with these echoing vocals that sound like they’re coming from another dimension. By the time the drums kick in, you’re already hooked. Lyrically, it’s heavy—it’s not just throwing words at you for the sake of rhyming. You get the sense this song means something, maybe as a cathartic release for whoever wrote it. Honestly, it made me pause what I was doing and just listen. That doesn’t happen often, so props to them for pulling it off.
The rest of the album keeps the momentum going. Tracks like “Counting The Days” and “Wreckage” keep the indie rock spirit alive without feeling repetitive. And shoutout to “Intro”—it sets the tone perfectly, like opening the door to their world. Even the less flashy songs, like “Enjoy First,” have their moments; they might not blow your mind, but they fill the gaps nicely.
What stands out most about Had To Happen is how real it feels. It’s not trying to be anything it’s not. No fancy production tricks or overblown solos—just straight-up rock music with heart. Sometimes albums like this slip under the radar, which is kinda wild because they’re exactly what people need when they’re sick of all the polished nonsense out there.
Anyway, here’s the random thought I’ll leave you with: listening to this album felt like finding an old mixtape in the backseat of a car—you know, the kind someone made for themselves and forgot about. It’s personal, messy, and full of little imperfections that somehow make it better. So yeah, give Had To Happen a shot. Who knows? You might end up loving it more than you expected.
