REVIEW: Dubinski – ‘What Is Your Definition Of Happiness?’

Following the success of their self-titled debut, Edinburgh’s Dubinski return with ‘What Is Your Definition Of Happiness?’, an album that sees the sibling quartet pushing their sonic boundaries further than ever before. This sophomore effort embraces a broader spectrum of influences, weaving in synth-driven textures and dynamic shifts that set them apart from their contemporaries.

With comparisons to LCD Soundsystem, Parquet Courts, The Clash, and Maximo Park, Dubinski balance high-energy riffs with introspective, atmospheric moments, crafting a record that feels both urgent and meticulously composed. Their ability to seamlessly blend pulsing bass-driven elements with their signature raw intensity results in a collection of tracks that drive forward with unbridled purpose. The album thrives on contrasts with angular guitars colliding with shimmering electronics, anthemic choruses are countered by moments of restraint, all reinforcing the band’s evolution into a more expansive and adventurous act.

With ‘What Is Your Definition Of Happiness?’, Dubinski bring their a-game to what was already an incredible run of form in recent months. Each track showcases a group eager to explore new terrain without losing the fiery core that made them stand out in the first place. As they continue to carve out their place in the modern music landscape, this record serves as both a statement and a stepping stone, giving rise to their status as true innovators on the rise.

Dubinski’s new album ‘What Is Your Definition Of Happiness?’ will be available to stream from the 7th March.