I didn’t go into Bad Strategies expecting to think much about it, but it stayed with me longer than I thought it would. The groove pulls you in right away, and it feels relaxed but confident. The drums and bass do most of the talking, and everything else just supports that foundation. Nothing feels crowded or overworked. It sounds like a song that knows exactly what it wants to be and doesn’t try to do more than necessary.
The pacing of the track really works for me. It moves steadily without feeling rushed, and the organ section in the middle is a standout moment. It feels like a pause in the conversation rather than a solo meant to impress. That part gives the song a bit of breathing room, and when the groove drops back in, it hits even harder. It’s simple, but it’s effective.
What makes Bad Strategies interesting is the idea behind it. Tony Frissore doesn’t spell everything out, and I like that. The song isn’t shouting or pointing fingers. Instead, it’s quietly calling attention to what happens when people in charge make bad choices and everyone else has to deal with the consequences. The message feels more reflective than angry, which makes it easier to connect with.
By the time the song ends, it feels like more than just a funk track. It’s something you can move to, but it also gives you something to sit with afterward. That balance is what makes it work. Bad Strategies doesn’t try to convince you of anything—it just lays the idea out there and lets you decide what to take from it, and that honesty is what makes it feel real.
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