TikTok recently introduced me to Michigander, and if these three singles are any indication, I’m going to have a lot of fun when the full album arrives on July 31st.
These songs balance huge, euphoric rock hooks with lyrics that quietly wrestle with anxiety, ambition, and the uncomfortable realization that life moves faster than we expect.
“Taxi” (2026)
“Taxi” wastes absolutely no time. The opening groove immediately pulled me in, reminding me of the irresistible bounce of songs like Town Called Malice or Gimme Some Lovin’. From there it unfolds into a wonderfully melodic blend of power pop, sunny rock, and just enough British psychedelia to give everything a little extra sparkle.
The whole thing feels light on its feet, almost playful, as a sort of tongue-in-cheek party anthem.
“Over Before You Know It” (2026)
If “Taxi” flirts with Britpop, this song proposes.
Anyone who grew up loving Oasis, The Verve, World Party, or The Stone Roses is probably going to fall head over heels for it. Even as someone who doesn’t naturally gravitate toward those bands, I couldn’t stop replaying this track.
It’s a gorgeous, gorgeous track.
The shimmering guitars, expansive production, and perfectly raspy vocal all build toward a chorus that feels enormous without ever losing its intimacy.
Lyrically, it’s even stronger.
What initially sounds like a nostalgic anthem slowly reveals itself as a reflection on spending so much time chasing success, status, and the next milestone that you accidentally forget to enjoy the life you’re working so hard to build.
“Freaking Out” (2026)
The third single shifts toward a more contemporary indie-rock sound. I heard flashes of bands like Cold War Kids and Young the Giant as the verses gradually build toward another massive chorus.
The music rises toward something almost euphoric while the lyrics describe someone coming apart at the seams.
It’s a smart, slick, strong track.
These three singles have me very excited for Over Before You Know It. They also have me itching to go back and hear what Michigander was doing before TikTok pointed me in his direction.
Verdict: Great
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