scxtty drops new music video

Coming out of Demarest in New Jersey, Scotty Buksbaum, known by his stage name scxtty, has emerged as an exciting new figure in the indie punk scene. Since bursting onto the scene in May 2021 with his debut single, “Let Me Out (21st Century),” he’s earned high praise from both fans and critics alike.

Having released a series of well-received singles and his debut EP, Life Through Roses, earlier this year, scxtty now brings us his latest release with the brand new single titled “SNAP BACK 2 THE OLD ME.” This song holds particular significance as one of the first pieces scxtty penned following a recent breakup, making it an emotionally charged and authentic expression of his journey through heartache.

Opened by the deep pulse of a bass guitar, scxtty’s slick vocal leads reel off airy lines as a guitar chord enters followed by delicate licks before the arrangement builds with gentle kick drum touches and bright melodic leads. As scxtty shakes out “snap back to the old me,” the grooving chorus takes flight driven by punching rhythm, crunchy guitars and catchy vocal leads repeating the line with biting attitude.

Floating back to a dreamy sound in the second verse, soft synth tones flutter before the rattle of a drum roll ushers in another instantly catchy chorus as scxtty’s voice is layered with low pitch to craft an emphatic sound.

The song’s lyrics serve as a powerful tale of healing and self-discovery in the aftermath of heartbreak. This concept of reverting to an earlier, more toxic version of yourself is explored, illustrating the coping mechanism of self-preservation, even if it means returning to old habits and attitudes.

Accompanying the single is a gripping and visually striking music video directed by Blaise Lucarelli. The video features scenes of scxtty undergoing bizarre experiments at the hands of a deranged doctor. He escapes the hospital and embarks on an adventure that leads to encounters with various iterations of his former self, resulting in a thrilling visual pairing for the track.

Commenting on the single, he shares, “I created this song a week after I got cheated on. It made me want to go back to the old me who was selfish and toxic but didn’t get hurt because he didn’t put his heart out there. That’s what this song is about, getting over someone by going back into your old phase. Not the healthiest way of healing but I know many people feel the same.”

Watch the music video for SNAP BACK 2 THE OLD ME below

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