The Party After’s “Blast Off” isn’t just a debut single—it’s a war cry from a band that’s lived through the chaos of the music grind and come out swinging. Released on July 29th, 2025, the Omaha trio channels fifteen years of friendship, frustration, and fire into a four-minute explosion of sound that perfectly sets the tone for their upcoming album, Dopamine Machine. Recorded at Topetitud Estudios in Mexico City, the band’s decision to step outside their comfort zone pays off. The production captures the raw essence of what The Party After stands for—no frills, no filters, just unapologetic rock. A wall of overdriven guitars surges against pounding drums and an unrelenting bassline, giving the track a sense of urgency that mirrors the lyrical theme: chasing fame even when it burns you on the way up.
Frontman Jared “Badsquatch” Gottberg leads with grit and conviction, his voice carrying both rebellion and reflection. Derek “Fooligan” Talburt’s drumming is a controlled riot, while Tony “Bony Tates” Bates locks in with a thunderous groove that drives the chaos forward. Together, they create what the band calls “dystopian party rock”—a sound that’s equal parts celebration and cautionary tale. “Blast Off” opens Dopamine Machine with a literal countdown and a metaphorical one too: the band preparing to launch into something bigger, riskier, and more real than ever before. Beneath the noise and adrenaline, there’s a thoughtful message about the dark glamour of success and the cost of ambition.
If this is how the record begins, it’s safe to say The Party After aren’t easing in—they’re launching full throttle, ready to prove that rock still has teeth, heart, and a wicked sense of humor.
