Album Review: Everything Must Make Sense! // The Sherlocks

The Sherlocks have delivered their most assured and expansive album to date, with their new LP Everything Must Make Sense!, showcasing a band stepping confidently into a new chapter. Released on May 16th, 2025, their fifth studio album is a bold statement, brimming with stadium-sized ambition and a newfound willingness to explore. There isn’t any lingering hesitancy; instead, the band is swinging from the rafters, crafting a record designed for big stadiums and even bigger feelings.

The South Yorkshire quartet has always delivered with grit and conviction, but this new album feels supercharged. From the opening title track, ‘Everything Must Make Sense’, it’s clear The Sherlocks are aiming high. The electrifying opener sets a vibrant, anthem-like tone, reminiscent of early Stereophonics with its punchy guitars and propulsive groove – a strong contender for a summer anthem. This immediate burst of energy carries through much of the album, demonstrating their ability to effortlessly create a stadium-sized sound on record.

Across the record, The Sherlocks move between synth-charged adrenaline, snarling guitars, cinematic choruses, and tender moments of restraint. What unifies it all is a sense of assurance that the band portrays, in tracks like ‘Death Of Me’, showcasing intoxicating synth-driven melodies, blending seamlessly with their vibrant, guitar-driven indie rock. It’s a dynamic and dramatic journey that encourages you to “go all out.” Similarly, ‘Man On The Loose’ soars with an irresistible chorus, while ‘Bedlam Town’ and ‘Tough Times Don’t Last’ return to upbeat tempos with catchy hooks.

However, the album isn’t just about high-octane anthems. The Sherlocks also delve into a more introspective territory. ‘How Are You Feeling?’ paints a raw, unflinching portrait of a toxic relationship, cleverly blending humour and heartbreak with razor-sharp lyrics like, “It’s not that I’m picking sides / But the first thing that springs to mind / When we address the basic facts / You can’t let the man relax with the boys”.

’28’ also offers a slower, more contemplative reflection on love and personal growth, with lines like, “All I ever want to do is make you proud / I don’t ever want you to be ashamed / So maybe that’s why / I get carried away”. These moments of emotional clarity showcase the band’s versatility and growth as songwriters, tackling themes of mental health, relationships, and finding your place in life with maturity.

Perhaps the most striking evolution comes with the track Bones. Described by frontman Kiaran Crook as a “monster tune,” this track introduces a funky, bass-heavy groove that fuses indie-rock with jangly dance beats, drawing comparisons to other bands like The Prodigy and Primal Scream. The track is a testament to their willingness to throw new ideas into the mix without losing their core identity.

While the album is cohesive in its intent, some moments occasionally feel a little too varied, pulling the listener in multiple directions. However, this experimentation ultimately pays off, adding depth and intrigue to their established sound. The album concludes on a very moving note with ‘Here Comes The Rain’, blending melancholic tones and uplifting instrumentation, leaving a lasting impression.

Everything Must Make Sense! is an anthemic, spirited, and life-affirming record. It’s the band’s most confident, intricately crafted, and accomplished work to date. With three previous Top 10 albums, this record feels like a genuine push for that elusive number one spot. If everything truly does make sense, this album should undoubtedly solidify The Sherlocks’ position as a major force in British indie rock.

Words by C. Sharmishtha

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