Album Review: I’m Gonna Miss That Girl / Do You Luv Me by The Meen
Alright, let’s talk about this little garage rock gem from The Meen. It’s raw, it’s punchy, and honestly, it feels like they recorded it in someone’s basement at 2 a.m.—and I mean that in the best way possible. Released under Key Records, this two-track blast of American rock ‘n’ roll is unapologetically scrappy, with just enough heart to stick in your brain long after the needle lifts off the record.
First up, “I’m Gonna Miss That Girl.” Whoa, this one hits different. The opening riff slaps you right in the face—simple but sharp, like a rusty nail to the soul. The vocals are kinda messy, but that’s what makes it feel real, y’know? Like, this isn’t some polished pop star singing about missing someone; it’s more like your buddy down the block spilling his guts over a six-string. There’s no overthinking here—just straight-up emotion wrapped in distortion. You can almost picture yourself cruising around town in an old beat-up car, windows down, yelling along to the chorus. Yeah, it’s that kind of song.
Then there’s “Do You Luv Me,” which takes things down just a notch—but only barely. It starts off with this sneaky little bassline that creeps up on ya before exploding into full-on garage chaos. The lyrics are hilariously blunt, almost awkwardly so, but that’s what makes it relatable. Haven’t we all been there, wondering if someone actually digs us back? The energy doesn’t let up for a second, and by the end, you’re left sweaty and breathless, kinda like you just ran a mile… or had your heart broken.
What I love most about these tracks is how unpretentious they are. No fancy tricks, no auto-tune nonsense—just pure, unfiltered rock ‘n’ roll. Listening to this album feels like hanging out with friends who don’t care if their jeans have holes or their hair looks weird. And honestly, isn’t that refreshing?
So yeah, give this one a spin if you’re into music that feels alive instead of manufactured. Oh, and fun fact: apparently, the band named themselves after a typo. True story. Makes sense though, because perfection’s boring—and The Meen? They’re anything but.
