Rebuke Get Existential On New Single “Baby Bathwater”

With their latest single, Baby Bathwater, Swedish punk powerhouse Rebuke dive headfirst into a philosophical punk rock exploration of impermanence, pain and rebirth. Known for their razor-sharp lyrics and fast technical compositions, the band uses this track to tackle heavy existential questions with their signature mix of intensity and wit. Baby Bathwater juxtaposes its jaunty, upbeat musicality with deeply introspective lyrics, creating a powerful contrast that invites listeners to think, feel, and reflect. The song is a meditation on the necessity of emotional release and the indifference of the world around us, a cathartic punk rock philosophy session set to blazing riffs and dynamic rhythms.

The accompanying music video, conceptualised, shot, and edited by vocalist & guitarist Petter Mossberg in a single day, takes inspiration from the haunting aesthetic of E. Elias Merhige‘s cult film Begotten. The track is taken from Rebuke‘s upcoming full-length album, Things One Shouldn’t Have to Say, that is due out on February 7th 2025 and is now available for pre-order via Lockjaw Records, Double Helix Records, Pee Records and Punk Rock Radar.

“The video’s stark imagery mirrors the track’s themes of hurt, death, and renewal. We wanted to create a visual narrative that, much like the song, feels like it’s constantly pulling in two directions, hope and despair. Sometimes, letting things bleed out and drift away is the only way forward. But hey, don’t take our word for it, this isn’t a therapy session, after all.” (Petter Mossberg)