Grogg is a post-punk(ish) 3-piece based in Glasgow/Aberdeen (Scotland), who have been going for less than a year. In that short time, the trio has played a handful of gigs, secured BBC Scotland radio play, and released their debut self-titled EP on December 12th. Meanwhile, EP 2 is finished off at the mixing stage. With EP two in the can, Grogg has a busy 2026 planned, with live shows, festival appearances, and a bountiful amount of new music on the way.
Before Grogg dives into what is set to be a fruitful 2026, it is essential to digest the band’s 2025 to fully understand their vision. “Creaky Knees” is a highlight from the band’s freshly released self-titled EP, and properly introduces the trio’s jovial approach to contemporary punk. Lyrics of microwaveable dinners and the slow yet inevitable aging process are delivered with cartoonish vocals, as Grogg paints a vivid picture of their current mindstate. All of this vibrancy is emphasized by sleek, pulsating guitar riffs that splash the crashing drums with streaks of color and wonder. The immersive tune balances danceability with self-analysis, a middle ground between maturing and maintaining a child-like wonder that Grogg seems more than pleased to occupy. “Creaky Knees” is an animated look into the sonic universe being crafted by Grogg, and even with this well-established, singular sound, it would appear the trio is just getting started.
“‘Creaky Knees’ is a silly song about growing old gracefully in your own way, and as with many of our tunes, it is also about having a laugh at your own expense,” explains the band. “Our bassist describes it as ‘being chased by the Hulk,’ which we all agree with. The overlay of different rhythmic patterns was intentional to elicit some form of mild anxiety. It’s the type of song you’d never want to hear whilst in an elevator or out shoe shopping. It’s the sort of song that would get booed off at a family BBQ and would be a terrible idea for an alarm clock.”
