Squirtle Squad Sets the Tone with a Glitchy War Cry from Justdrewish
- Editorial Board
- Jul 18
- 2 min read
Updated: Aug 26
A high-energy opener that pulls no punches, dripping with nostalgic chaos and surgical production
Justdrewish dives shell-first into the chaos with Squirtle Squad, the opening track of his new Pokémon-inspired project POKEPACK—and it hits like a spinning water cannon.
There are no lyrics here, just sonic warfare: squelching synths, militant hi-hats, and warped basslines ricochet off each other like laser blasts in a cyberpunk aquarium.
What stands out most is the balance of control and mischief. While the title nods to Ash Ketchum’s notorious gang of rebellious Squirtles, the music is far from cartoonish.
The sound design is tight, glitchy in all the right places, and layered with care. From the moment the bass drops, you’re immersed in a high-speed chase through digital rain, Nintendo nostalgia clashing with cutting-edge production.
The track evolves subtly—no abrupt changes, just shape-shifting textures that keep your ears locked. One minute you're in a stomping dubstep groove, the next you're floating in a misty half-tempo break, only to get sucker-punched by a warped drop seconds later. It’s that unpredictability that makes the track replayable.
Despite its instrumental nature, Squirtle Squad has a clear voice: rebellious, slick, and oddly emotional. There’s something cinematic about it too—like the soundtrack to a Game Boy boss fight remixed in a Blade Runner nightclub.
This isn’t just fan service for Pokémon heads. It’s a well-built glitch-hop banger that knows how to play hard and sound smart. Whether you’re deep into the scene or just here for the vibe, this is a track worth adding to the rotation.
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