Vienna group fuses indie-pop & experimental electronica on catchy & unpredictable new LP
If pop in 2025 feels like it’s been stuck between chasing trends and recycling nostalgia, SHARKTANK’s 3 is a reminder of what the genre can be when an artist refuses to sit still. The Viennese trio’s third album is as restless as it is refined, folding together indie-pop brightness, rap’s bite, and the unpredictability of experimental electronica into something that feels alive in the moment.
What makes 3 stand out isn’t just its eclecticism, but the way it leans into tension. Katrin Paucz’s velvety melodies often feel like they’re pulling in one direction while Mile Lechner’s urgent, clipped delivery pulls in another. Instead of clashing, the two voices create sparks — a push-and-pull that fuels much of the album’s energy.
Take “Crash,” the lead single. It’s a frenetic, high-voltage track that threatens to spin out of control, yet SHARKTANK keep it grounded with hooks sharp enough to cut through the chaos. On “Dangerous,” they dive into darker, club-ready textures, layering pounding rhythms with a chorus that worms its way into your head. Elsewhere, moments of fragility peek through — little pockets of intimacy that only make the explosions feel bigger when they hit.
If their earlier records hinted at experimentation, 3 feels like a fully realized statement. It’s exploratory without drifting into excess, playful without losing its weight. Every track feels sculpted but not overworked, leaving just enough space for surprise. That balance — between polish and unpredictability — is what gives the album its staying power.
You can catch SHARKTANK perform at The Victoria in London on Oct. 3. You can also give 3 a spin below:
