Alright, let’s talk about Electric by Go Back To The Zoo. It’s one of those albums that kinda sneaks up on you, you know? Released back in 2012 under Universal Music B.V., this indie rock gem doesn’t try too hard to impress—it just does. And honestly, that’s what makes it stick.
First off, the track “Beam Me Up” is an absolute banger. Like, I remember hearing it for the first time and thinking, “Whoa, where has this been all my life?” It’s got this raw energy with crunchy guitars and a beat that makes your foot tap whether you want it to or not. The vocals are kinda snarly but still smooth enough to keep things interesting. There’s something about the chorus that hooks you in—simple yet super catchy. You can tell they weren’t overthinking it; it feels real, like a bunch of mates jamming in a garage and accidentally making magic.
Then there’s the title track, “Electric.” This one hits different. It starts off slow, almost teasing you, and then BAM—it kicks into high gear. The guitar riffs here are sharp as hell, and the whole vibe screams late-night drives with the windows down. What gets me every time is how the song builds up without ever feeling forced. It’s like they knew exactly when to turn it up and when to chill. Plus, the lyrics? Not gonna lie, they’re kinda cryptic, but that’s part of the charm. Makes you wanna listen again and figure out what they’re really saying.
You might think this album would feel dated now since it came out over a decade ago, but nah, it holds up pretty damn well. Maybe it’s because indie rock never really goes out of style, or maybe Go Back To The Zoo just nailed their sound so perfectly that time forgot to mess with it.
Anyway, wrapping this up—I gotta say, listening to Electric feels like finding an old hoodie at the back of your closet. It’s familiar, comfy, but still cool enough to wear out. Weird analogy? Maybe. But hey, music’s all about vibes, right? So if you haven’t given this one a spin yet, do yourself a favor and hit play. Just don’t blame me if you end up blasting it on repeat while pretending you’re in your own rock doc.
