Personal Trainer return with Human Assholes, a third album that trades meticulous studio construction for a more direct, band-first approach. Led by songwriter Willem Smit, the Amsterdam group write from simple acoustic sketches and build outward, capturing performances live to tape with producer Casper van der Lans.
The shift brings a warmer, more immediate feel, with songs like ‘Tyres Skid’, ‘Scrambled Egg’ and ‘Punch Drunk Love’ landing with snap and character. There’s still plenty of wit and offbeat energy, but it’s grounded by a quieter sense of doubt running through the record.
Forged through years on the road, Human Assholes embraces spontaneity and rough edges, letting the band’s chemistry take centre stage.
The shift brings a warmer, more immediate feel, with songs like ‘Tyres Skid’, ‘Scrambled Egg’ and ‘Punch Drunk Love’ landing with snap and character. There’s still plenty of wit and offbeat energy, but it’s grounded by a quieter sense of doubt running through the record.
Forged through years on the road, Human Assholes embraces spontaneity and rough edges, letting the band’s chemistry take centre stage.
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