REVIEW: Gee Whiz – ‘How To Manage A Crisis’

Every once in a while, a debut album arrives like a joyful explosion of energy. And that’s exactly what Gee Whiz deliver with ‘How To Manage A Crisis’, a wildly infectious, guitar-driven ride that barrels forward with unstoppable momentum and a grin you can practically hear through the speakers.

Formed in Bologna by four musicians with deep roots in the Italian alternative scene, Gee Whiz sound like a band liberated by collaboration. Each member brings their own musical history into the mix, with those influences colliding in a dazzling burst of creativity.

One of the album’s greatest strengths is its relentless sense of movement. There’s hardly a moment to catch your breath as song after song surges forward with sparkling urgency. The band clearly understands the art of crafting irresistible choruses that lodge themselves firmly in your brain after just a single listen.

But beyond the catchy melodies and roaring instrumentation, there’s something deeper driving the project. The record carries a spirit of togetherness, as though it was built for those listening in mind. The songs radiate a communal energy, inviting everyone within earshot to become part of the celebration.

Certain tracks explode with youthful abandon, packed with fuzzy guitar riffs and pounding rhythm sections that feel like fireworks going off in quick succession. Others lean into dreamy textures and swirling reverb, giving the album moments of kaleidoscopic colour before launching back into full-throttle indie-rock exhilaration.

Producer Bruno Germano captures the band’s chemistry beautifully, preserving the raw excitement of a group clearly having the time of their lives. The mix feels alive, with every instrument crackling with personality and energy.

By the time the album reaches its final moments, it’s impossible not to feel swept up in its sheer enthusiasm. ‘How To Manage A Crisis’ is a release that makes you want to turn the amplifiers up, gather your friends, and lose yourself in the noise. If this is the band’s opening statement, the future looks gloriously loud.