Toronto’s Weird Nightmare, the solo project of former Alex Edkins (best known for his work with METZ), has unveiled Hoopla, released via Sub Pop (outside of Canada) and Dine Alone Records in Canada.
Hoopla delivers a refined yet hard-hitting collection of alt-rock tracks, balancing Edkins’ signature fuzzed-out intensity with a sharper sense of melody and structure.
The album leans into punchy hooks and driving rhythms, offering a more immediate and accessible take on his typically abrasive sound.
There’s a raw, lo-fi edge throughout, but it’s paired with an undeniable catchiness that gives the record a lasting impact.
Overall, Hoopla stands as a compelling evolution of Weird Nightmare’s sound—stripped-down, energetic, and packed with memorable alt-rock moments.
Hoopla gets: 📷📷📷📷📷📷📷📷/10.
Weird Nightmare – Hoopla [Streaming]
