
Brand new- Science fiction.
It’s been 14 years since “The quiet things that no one ever knows” made it on to the billboard’s alternative chart, making it to No.37.
Practically secretly releasing their 5th album ‘science fiction’ has definitely made the fans go crazy. In the 2 decades of Brand New making music I can’t think of a time they have truly let their fans down, unless you count their most hated album ‘daisy’ which in my opinion is some of their best work.
Science fiction seems to be a more quiet and much more vulnerable album than their past work. Which is understandable considering they are much more mature and older now. If you don’t become vulnerable and open by your 5th album, chances are you’ll never get the opportunity to, which Brand New clearly took advantage of. Which is clear on the track ‘same logic/teeth’ with lyrics that take a look into the world of self destruction.
While Science Fiction has catchy harmonies, great hooks and some very unforgettable lyrics, it also has defiance.
The album is very well put together from start to finish, which is no surprise, I mean we are talking about Brand New here. Would I go to the lengths of saying it’s their best album, probably not. Is it worth listening to on a loop for the next 2 days, definitely.
7.5 / 10
