“Dumbass” by HyperDense is the sonic equivalent of jumping off a roof into a mosh pit. It’s wild, reckless, and unapologetically fun—a three-minute adrenaline shot straight from the depths of South London’s grimiest pub scene. HyperDense, the self-proclaimed love child of Iggy Pop, Jimi Hendrix, and Motörhead, has been grinding its way through sticky-floored venues since 2023, and this track is a testament to that raw, unvarnished energy.
From the first note, “Dumbass” grabs you by the collar and throws you headfirst into a whirlwind of distorted guitars and thundering drums. The lead guitar snarls and slices its way through the track, while the rhythm section drives the whole thing like a freight train barely holding itself together. Singer Fenton Dabydeen lets loose with a vocal performance that’s part guttural growl, part pissed-off preacher—he’s not singing as much as he’s venting, and it’s glorious.
What sets “Dumbass” apart is its ability to mix chaos with just the right amount of finesse. Sure, it’s a gritty hard rock banger, but there’s also a surprising moment of clarity midway through. The song pulls back into a mellow interlude with synths and lead guitar intertwining in a way that feels like a brief, hazy sunrise after an all-night bender.
At its core, “Dumbass” is an anthem for living in the now. It’s a love letter to being young, stupid, and completely unbothered about tomorrow—a soundtrack for blurry nights with great friends and questionable decisions.
HyperDense nails that sweet spot between punk defiance and glam swagger, making “Dumbass” a must-listen for fans of riff-heavy chaos and no-holds-barred fun.
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Review by: Naomi Joan