Many tracks, like "DELAY," feature airy, slightly psychedelic melodies that draw comparisons to Playboi Carti’s Die Lit but with a more granular, raw edge.
Despite these shifts, AT LEAST WE TRIED presents a unified front. It primarily features the "big three" vocalists of the era—Polo Perks, , and Pasto Flocco —trading bars over the forward-thinking production of EvilGiane , Harrison , Eera , and Goner . Sonic Breakdown: "Post-Apocalyptic" Energy SURF GANG - AT LEAST WE TRIED.rar
The title itself, followed by the ".rar" file extension in early digital circulation, hints at the project's nature: a compressed capsule of a collective facing internal change. This album arrived amid rumors of schisms and the departure of core members, most notably , who announced he would leave the group following this release. It pairs a triumphant synth line with thumping
The longest track (2:14), featuring . It pairs a triumphant synth line with thumping bass, proving the crew's chemistry remained intact. "HARDY BOYZ" " feature airy
A solo standout for Polo Perks, blending lo-fi production with pure braggadocio.
While the lyrics are often secondary to the "vibe," the mixing and mastering are standout. Every snare and hi-hat is placed to drive the energy forward without losing the effortless enjoyability of the tracks.