Hinds’ grand return after four years brings a comeback worth listening to — whether you’re a new or current fan, you’ll want to unplug and take in their energy. Their latest album, VIVA HINDS, embraces familiar vibes while allowing new perspectives to emerge from within the now duo band. Hinds breaks the stigma that music isn’t about the number of band members; instead, they show it’s the united passion that makes music a powerful expression of emotion.
In 2022, Hinds (then a four-piece group) performed at Lollapalooza and wowed with an after-show, leaving a lasting impression for the Madrid-based band. Their bilingual music draws fans in and invites everyone to sway to their electric beat. Hinds seems to be embracing their electronic pop-garage rock sound in this latest album, proving that women can rock and roll just as sensationally.
Here are our top 5 tracks from VIVA HINDS!
“Hi, How Are You”
Right off the bat, this track delivers an itch worth scratching, echoing from the first words, “Hi.” The duo seems to capture a universal feeling — the search for a love worth holding onto, though love is complicated. The repetitive down-strum melody feels like we’re eavesdropping on a conversation between the duo. The drumline adds to the melody, foreshadowing an amplified chorus that lets listeners release their emotions at just the right moment. It takes a great riff to definitely get hooked, and Hinds pulls us in with just four words.
“Mala Vista”
Of course, this album has a couple of songs in Spanish, and this one shines with Hinds’ musical journey. The duo holds nothing back in expressing one-sided love, a feeling everyone encounters at least once — so why not put it into a song? The melody during “No, no, no, nunca fuimos dos” is so catchy that you can’t help but sing along, pouring your heart into the beat.
“Boom Boom Back”
This track had to make the list as it was one of the early songs released from the entire album. I personally fell in love with this single. Hearing Beck immersed in Hinds’ musical world is refreshing; he doesn’t overshadow the duo but instead adds a touch of shimmer. Released as a single back in May, it’s easy to see why; the sassy garage melody makes you want to dance the night away.
“Superstar”
When I first listened to this song, I was so absorbed in the music that the lyrics nearly slipped by. Maybe it’s a track best heard in solitude for full effect. The melody isn’t heavy, striking a good balance among guitar, drums, and their vocals. It gives a peek behind the red curtain, showing that the life of a superstar isn’t always as glamorous as it seems.
“Bon Voyage”
Slow and gentle, this track might have been placed as the second-to-last song for a reason. Its nostalgic, slow-burn chorus plays continuously in the background as the guitar weeps. It reveals a different side of Hinds, one that taps into another universe. It feels like the duo is opening a door, expressing to fans they are always welcomed to come back.
