Danny Carney Chainsaw Symphony - Scorpio Rising (2025) Hi-Res

Power pop revival with a '90s alt-rock twist. Released with zero fanfare, here’s a surprise new album from Danny Carney Chainsaw Symphony. Scorpio Rising marks the fifth album in five years from Danny Carney (of Roll The Tanks), and while none of his records sound alike, a few things remain constant: he keeps things concise, catchy, and always engaging.

You could file all of Carney’s albums under indie rock, but each one leans in a slightly different direction—sometimes punk rock, sometimes alt-rock. With Scorpio Rising, he channels the classic power pop of the ‘70s and ‘80s, evoking the sounds of Shoes, The dB’s, and early Tommy Keene. But give it a few spins, and you’ll also pick up traces of Paul Westerberg’s scrappy charm, along with a deep-rooted love for ‘90s alternative rock. It’s the kind of record that keeps revealing new layers with each listen.