Pocket Knife Army’s new single, “Intruders,” feels like someone invited the ghost of Beetlejuice to a synth party—and he showed up with a drum machine. It’s a bouncy, offbeat electro-rock track that has the chaotic charm of a haunted house with disco lights. You can’t help but picture skeletons and mischievous spirits doing the conga as the song marches along, like a Halloween parade that’s way more fun than spooky.
Inspired by Tim Burton’s Beetlejuice, this track is their tribute to the film’s delightful absurdity. With the sequel now in theaters (coincidence?), the timing couldn’t be better. Pocket Knife Army’s knack for pairing retro synths with futuristic beats creates a vibe that’s equal parts eerie and toe-tapping. It’s like if the 80s had a séance with the 2020s, and somehow, it worked.
What makes “Intruders” so endearing is its playful energy. You can tell these two had a blast making it—no AI involved, just pure human mischief. It’s the kind of track that doesn’t take itself too seriously, inviting you to embrace the weird with a grin.
So, if you’re in the mood for something that sounds like a musical love letter to spooky fun and electronic mayhem, give “Intruders” a spin. You’ll dig it—maybe even literally.
Review by Thomas Imposter