AUDIO: Something To Do – “Hocus Pocus Brain”

Milwaukee’s beloved ska-punk veterans Something To Do are back with their latest single “Hocus Pocus Brain,” dropping today and proving that this long-running crew still has plenty of tricks up their sleeves.

Clocking in at just under three minutes, “Hocus Pocus Brain” delivers exactly what fans of the self-described “great smelling rock & roll & ska band” have come to expect: high-energy riffs, infectious rhythms, and that unmistakable Milwaukee grit. The track bursts with propulsive energy while maintaining a groove that’s tailor-made for sweaty basement shows and outdoor festival stages alike. There’s a buoyant, almost celebratory feel coursing through the song—upbeat without veering into saccharine territory.

Something To Do has been a staple of the Milwaukee scene for years, carving out a niche that blends the raw edge of punk rock with the bouncy, horn-tinged sensibilities of ska. They’ve earned respect not just for their staying power, but for consistently putting out music that refuses to phone it in. “Hocus Pocus Brain” is no exception.

If you’re looking for something to shake off the end-of-summer blues, this one’s got your name on it. Stream it now on Spotify:

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