“Bad Idea” is a testament to the raw, unfiltered creativity of A Place To Bury Strangers. What began as a modest looping drum beat, which Fedowitz initially dismissed as uninspired, evolved into one of the most intriguing tracks on the record. “He came to the studio thinking he didn’t have any good ideas—hence, the song was his ‘bad idea,’” recalls frontman Oliver Ackermann. But what unfolded was a spontaneous creative process. Each band member quickly jotted down lines, and Fedowitz delivered the vocals with those that struck a chord. After just a few instrumental takes, the recording was finished, resulting in an unconventional track that embodies the power of collaboration and the beauty of transforming self-doubt into something refreshingly original. “Bad Idea” captures the essence of impulsive creation, making it a standout in its innovative simplicity.