Hoverborg - The Good Stuff (2024)

As if to prevent any confusion about what their bubblegummy, ’60s girl group-inspired sound may imply, Pittsburgh three-piece Hoverborg would like to emphasize that they drink their coffee black. No sugar, no cream. Make it a double shot while you’re at it. Well, maybe some pumpkin spice – Hoverborg clearly knows their pop culture, referencing Gollum, the Back to the Future trilogy, and Gilmore Girls in their lyrics like they can’t help themselves.

Their debut album (The Good Stuff) is a blend of beach pop and ’90s alternative with a bite and a punch. It’s packed with catchy, uncomplicated melodies that the future may reveal to be unhealthy in the long run, but right now feels pretty gratifying.