The Invictas - The Hump

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Review by Inaam Sheriff

Album Review: The Hump by The Invictas – A Raw, Unfiltered Ride Alright, let me just say this upfront—The Hump by The Invictas isn’t your cookie-cutter rock-pop album. It’s messy in all the right ways, like that one friend who shows up late to the party but steals the show anyway. Hailing from the US and released under Original Gold, this record doesn’t try too hard to impress you with fancy production tricks. Instead, it leans into its gritty charm, and honestly? That’s what makes it stick. Now, I gotta talk about "Long Tall Shortie" first because, man, this track hits different. From the opening riff, it’s clear The Invictas are here to have fun. The guitar work feels loose yet intentional, like they didn’t overthink it—but not in a lazy way, ya know? There’s something about the energy here that reminds me of cruising down a backroad with the windows down, wind messing up your hair. And the lyrics? Simple, sure, but there’s a cheeky confidence to them that sticks with you. Like, how can you not hum along to lines that feel like inside jokes between old pals? Then there’s the title track, “The Hump.” If “Long Tall Shortie” is the wild night out, this one’s the morning after where you’re still buzzing but also kinda reflective. The rhythm has this swagger to it, like the band knows exactly what they’re doing—even if they don’t spell it out for you. It’s got layers, dude. One minute you’re tapping your foot, and the next you’re zoning out, thinking about life or whatever. It’s weirdly emotional without being sappy, which I respect. What really gets me is how these tracks feel so alive. They’re not perfect, thank God, because perfection would’ve ruined the vibe entirely. You hear little imperfections—the slight crack in a vocal note, the offbeat drum hit—and it just adds character. It’s like listening to real people play music instead of robots programmed to sound cool. So yeah, The Hump might not change your life, but it’ll definitely give you a good time while it lasts. Honestly, I think that’s more than enough these days. Oh, and here’s the kicker—it made me realize how much we need albums like this right now. Music doesn’t always have to reinvent the wheel; sometimes, it just needs to remind us to crank the volume and let go. Would recommend pairing this with cheap beer and zero expectations. Cheers to that.

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Artist: The Invictas
Album: The Hump

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
The Hump
Long Tall Shortie

Video

The Invictas - The Hump - Insane 60's Garage Stomper
The Invictas - Long Tall Shortie (Sahara 1965)

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Catalog Numbers

OR 512

Labels

Original Gold

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Formats

  • Vinyl
  • 7"
  • 45 RPM
  • Single

Notes

Original Gold series

About The Invictas

Herb Gross & The Invictas are an American garage rock band from Rochester, NY who were active in the 1960s, re-formed in 2004 and have been active since.

Name Vars

  • Invictas
  • The Invictas A-Go-Go

Members

  • Herb McGovern
  • Jim Kohler
  • Mark Harris
  • Dave Hickey

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s a fun fact: The Invictas, a US-based band, released their album *The Hump* under the label Original Gold. It’s a cool mix of Rock and Pop vibes. The album features tracks like "Long Tall Shortie" and the titular track "The Hump." What makes it stand out is how it blends two genres so smoothly, showcasing the band's versatility. Not many albums from that era can pull off such a seamless mix of styles.

Comments

ecom1empiregmailcom
2025-03-16
Great lo-fi garage track!