SINGLE REVIEW: THE STARXZ - T!kTok Rots My Brains

THE STARXZ tap into 60s rock nostalgia with their latest release ‘T!kTok Rots My Brains’, an uptempo, swaggering anthem that pairs a jangly, danceable beat with biting social commentary. Clocking in at just two minutes, this perfectly formed banger cuts to the chase, delivering sharp observations about modern society’s social media obsession.

Lyrically, the track paints a vivid picture of a disillusioned generation lost in endless scrolling and hollow stimulation. Lines like “Judy’s part of a wasted generation, starved of physical stimulation” and “Terry’s searching for a lost sensation” capture a yearning for something more tangible—something real. Yet, the song avoids wallowing in despair. The swagger-laden, nonchalant vocals and infectious toe-tapping groove keep things buoyant, wrapping its critique in a nostalgic rock ‘n’ roll vibe that channels both 60s charm and garage rock grit.

The blistering DIY guitar solo feels like a bolt of energy, bursting through the mix and adding a raw garage edge that offsets the track’s polished rhythm. Short and sweet, ‘T!kTok Rots My Brains’ is a confident, no-frills anthem that speaks to anyone fed up with the dominance of brain-rotting social media platforms.

If you’re tired of the TikTok spiral, THE STARXZ have your back—and I’m right there with them.