Kingston, New York melodic punks The Snorts drop “Fuck It Up,” a single that lands right in that sweet spot between sharp musicianship and no-nonsense punk attitude. It’s fast, tight, and built with the kind of confidence that comes from a band that clearly knows how to play without forgetting why punk is supposed to feel a little reckless.
What stands out first is how controlled the chaos is. The guitars are precise but never stiff, the drums push hard without turning everything into noise, and the bass keeps the whole thing grounded. You can hear the technical side of the band in the way the parts lock together, but the song never feels like a showcase. It still moves like a punk track should. Direct, urgent, and made to be played loud.
Vocally, the delivery keeps things raw and straightforward. There’s no attempt to smooth it out or turn it into something pretty. The hook sticks because of energy, not because it’s overworked. That balance between melody and aggression is where The Snorts seem most comfortable. They use structure to make the song hit harder, not to tame it.
Lyrically and in spirit, “Fuck It Up” feels more like an attitude than a slogan. It’s not trying to be clever or ironic. It’s about momentum, frustration, and that familiar punk instinct to push forward even when things are messy. The song doesn’t overstay its welcome and doesn’t waste time explaining itself. It just gets in, hits, and leaves a mark.
Production keeps things clean enough to let the playing shine, but not so polished that it loses bite. You can hear the details without losing the rough edge that gives the track its character. It sounds like a band that cares about how their songs are built, but cares even more about how they feel when they land.
