Review
Oh my goodness, "Qualifying Miles" by We Are Scientists is a pure shot of nostalgia, but with a fresh little twist! From the very first track, “A Prelude to What,” you are immediately swept up in swirling shoegaze guitars and dreamy reflections on growing older—yet somehow, that spark of youth and mischief absolutely refuses to fade! Listeners with a soft spot for ‘90s guitar bands are going to fall head over heels, but honestly, even if you missed out on MTV’s *120 Minutes* heyday, this album's mix of emo, Britpop, and pop-punk vibes offers something super approachable and undeniably fun.
What’s even cooler is that "Qualifying Miles" finds the band locking in that perfect “guys jamming in a room” feel—think less calculated, more spur-of-the-moment magic. Tracks like “Starry Eyed” and “Dead Letters” glow with humor and a touch of sadness, proving We Are Scientists haven’t lost their lightness as they get a bit more grown-up. Plus, this marks their first true worldwide release under one label since their very first record, so the unity just radiates throughout the whole project. Whether you catch them live on their globe-trotting tour or blast the album at home, it feels like a sweet little time machine and a step forward all at once! - Brittney