Our Score: 10 / 10

I don't want to waste my precious time, yeah, giving this song any less than a perfect score. “All Hamm’s On Deck” is the lead single from The Chugs’ second EP, aptly titled “Hey Neighbor.” True to form, they’re calling it a “6-pack” since it features six tracks—all about drinking Hamm’s Beer and committing small-scale, semi-relatable crimes. Iconic.

If you’re unfamiliar, The Chugs are a punk band out of Evansville, IN, with one singular muse: Hamm’s Beer. Satire? Maybe. A full-on lifestyle? More likely. Based on their sound, energy, and vibe, I wouldn’t be surprised if these guys actually live off Hamm’s and spend their nights terrorizing their HOA. Their music feels so authentic it might just be autobiographical.

Now, I know what you’re thinking: Is it too early to slap a perfect score on this track? Absolutely not. Here’s the thing—when it comes to my holy trinity of grading (songwriting, performance, and production), “All Hamm’s On Deck” unapologetically dominates all three. And when I found out this track was self-produced? Yeah, I nearly lost it. The Chugs are doing more within their own crew than most studio-backed bands could dream of.

Do yourself a favor and hit play right now, because I’m about to dive into the details, and trust me, you’re gonna want the song stuck in your head for what comes next:

This track comes out swinging—kind of like I imagine the band does after a few Hamm’s—delivering a production that’s loud, raw, and unapologetically in-your-face. Right from the jump, you’re hit with aggressive guitar strums, group chant vocals, and a drumbeat that skips the hi-hats entirely to head straight for crash cymbal chaos. Subtlety? Who needs it?

Lyrically, the song doubles down on The Chugs’ signature vibe: no frills, no high-end cocktails, just cheap beer that gets the job done. The puns come fast and loose, as you’d expect from the title, and one thing’s crystal clear—these guys are NOT about IPA life. In fact, suggesting one might just get your house burned down (seriously, don’t test them).

When the chorus hits, it’s game on. The chant-heavy group vocals sound like they were designed for sweaty, beer-soaked live shows where the crowd becomes part of the band. The energy is nostalgic, throwing me right back to the days of Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater or MX vs ATV soundtracks. The drums, in particular, are absolutely wild—can you nail that sextuplet snare fill on your desk? Didn’t think so.

Then comes an instrumental break with gritty guitar melodies and feedback, rolling straight into a hilarious spoken-word section. Here, we learn the band needs a bigger pool and more trucks—so they can hoard every Hamm’s in the city. Naturally, this sets up the visuals for the track, and trust me, you’ll want to see where this goes.

Speaking of video games, did we mention that The Chugs are featured in Drunken Bar Fight VR? Yep, living the dream.

Anyway, the song powers through another round of that rowdy, chant-heavy chorus, just to make sure you’re good and DRUNK for the finale. Fair warning: if you try to take a shot every time they mention Hamm’s, you might not survive. Seriously, pace yourself.

In the end, “All Hamm’s On Deck” is ridiculously catchy and an absolute blast to listen to. It’s one of my go-to tracks for introducing people to The Chugs because the energy is straight-up infectious and the production quality is next level. If you haven’t already, give these legends a listen—and while you’re at it, hit up their socials to follow along for the chaos.