'68 – Two Parts Viper

Two Parts Viper is the second studio album by the duo ’68, released in June 2017. Genre: noise rock / alternative rock / blues rock. Made up of Josh Scogin on vocals and guitar with Michael McClellan on drums, the record runs for just over half an hour across ten tracks. It captures the pair’s explosive chemistry, shifting from heavy distortion and chaotic riffs to moments of unexpected restraint and melody. Compared to their debut, it ventures further into experimentation, with clearer vocal lines and dynamic contrasts giving the music more breadth.

The album thrives on tension and release. Songs like Eventually We All Win and Whether Terrified or Unafraid burst with raw power and grit, while Without Any Words (Only Crying and Laughter) strips back into a more emotional, subdued performance. Rather than aiming for polish, the record embraces rough edges and unpredictability, making it feel immediate and honest. It’s a bold statement that shows ’68’s commitment to pushing their sound without compromise.

Reviews

“’68’s ‘Two Parts Viper’ brings the noise in the most righteous ways, caring less about the scene they came up through, the bloodless drivel that passes as ‘indie’ and the boring earnestness currently permeating ‘punk.’ Two Parts Viper is the best record of the year.” — Alternative Press

“Two Parts Viper is a strong addition to what will no doubt go down as a stunning discography.” — Jesusfreakhideout