The Offspring are back with Supercharged, a record that captures the relentless energy of Southern California punk and catapults it into today's chaotic world. Produced by the legendary Bob Rock, the album is another bold statement of resilience and creativity from a band that's been defining the genre for decades.

Frontman Dexter Holland describes the title Supercharged as reflective of current society: "Everyone’s fired up, both in real life and on social media. It’s also a nod to the albums I grew up with, like AC/DC and Operation Ivy, that just hit you in a very visceral way." Holland's voice, as unmistakable as ever, delivers razor-sharp lyrics throughout the album, complemented by the signature guitar work of Noodles, his longtime collaborator. Together, they prove they're still one of punk rock's most powerful creative forces.

Songs like "Light It Up" bring the band’s intensity to the forefront. “It’s about being fed up and ready for a fight,” Holland explains. “Some of my favorite punk songs had that ‘I’m sick of your shit’ vibe but also aimed to change things for the better. That’s what ‘Light It Up’ is about - turning frustration into action.”

Meanwhile, the album's lead single, "Make It All Right," fuses California surf harmonies with gritty punk guitars. “I was going for a punk-rock Beach Boys song,” Holland explains, delivering a tune that’s as catchy as it is hard-hitting. The song features a spoken-word refrain, a hallmark of some of the Offspring’s biggest hits, and Holland sees it as a new kind of hook. "A fresh voice can really change the dynamic of a song, and here, it felt right," he says. "It’s a conversation between a guy and his girlfriend - she’s supportive but tough, reminding him to ‘suck it up’ when things get hard."

Other tracks like "OK, But This Is the Last Time" revisit familiar themes of frustration and stubbornness. "Noodles calls this ‘Self Esteem Part Two,’" Holland jokes, though this time around, the lyrics are inspired by parenthood rather than a difficult relationship. "It’s about those moments when you say no to your kids but inevitably give in. But like any good song, it’s open to interpretation - it could just as easily be about a complicated relationship."

"Come to Brazil," on the other hand, is Holland’s homage to their passionate South American fans. “Brazil really does go off,” he says, describing the heavy guitars and celebratory soccer chants woven into the track. “It’s a love letter to the fans who bring incredible energy every time we play there.”

Since returing after after nearly a decade off in the early 2020s, the Offspring haven't slowed down. From celebrating the 30th anniversary of Smash to releasing 2021’s chart-topping Let the Bad Times Roll, the band continues to prove why they’ve sold over 40 million albums worldwide.

With Supercharged, the Offspring are more than excited to hit the road again. "We just want to connect with people," Holland says. "This album does that like a punch in the face, and we’re pumped to get out there and share it with our fans."