The Shrubs’ latest single, Fall Behind, is a refreshing step forward for the Houston trio. Known for their slower, moodier songs, the band deliberately took a different approach here — and it shows. Instead of their usual melancholy, this track bursts with life. It’s built on bright, weaving guitar melodies and an upbeat surf rock rhythm that instantly recalls bands like The Bambi Molesters and The Ventures.
The song was written back in 2019 by Miguel, and the band spent years experimenting before arriving at this final version. That time was well spent, because the track feels tight yet organic, like something you’d hear blaring from a vintage radio on a long summer drive. The guitars have a retro shimmer thanks to the band’s use of old analog gear and reel-to-reel recording techniques, giving the song a warm, slightly imperfect charm that digital production can’t always capture. Fall Behind offers a subtle contrast to the sunny instrumentation. Beneath the catchy riffs lies a bittersweet story about breaking up and falling out of step with someone you once loved. The juxtaposition works beautifully — it’s a song you can dance to even while nursing a bruised heart.
Recorded and produced at their home studio, Flowers on the Wall, the track also highlights The Shrubs’ independence and creativity. The result is a song that feels both nostalgic and new, a marker of their growth as artists. With Fall Behind, The Shrubs show they are willing to take risks and embrace new directions. It’s catchy, heartfelt, and proof that the band’s best work may still be ahead of them.
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