Big D and the Kids Table Release “Scatterbrain” Video Ahead of New Album The Good Ole American Saturday Night and 2026 Tour
Photo: Mark Stern
Ska-punk legends celebrate neurodiversity as “Attention To Creativity” in a new animated video and announce North American tour dates; tickets go on sale this Friday, May 29
Boston ska-punk legends Big D and the Kids Table have just unveiled their latest single and music video, “Scatterbrain,” a vibrant anthem for the neurodivergent community. This release serves as the final precursor to their highly anticipated upcoming album, The Good Ole American Saturday Night, set to drop on June 12, 2026, via SideOneDummy Records.
“Attention To Creativity”: The Meaning Behind “Scatterbrain”
Moving away from the “disorder” label often associated with ADHD, frontman Dave McWane uses “Scatterbrain” to reframe neurodivergence as a gift. Drawing from his own childhood experiences in specialized schools, McWane suggests a new acronym: ATC – Attention To Creativity.
“Obviously the person who titled these gifts didn’t have them,” McWane says, noting that the song is a celebration of the “brave mutants” who have been marginalized by traditional systems. The track itself balances the band’s signature punchy horns and restless rhythms with a melodic urgency that turns personal struggle into a joyful celebration.
An Animated Journey into the Creative Mind
The accompanying music video for “Scatterbrain,” created by Empire Animate, captures the song’s “laidback reggae groove” through a poignant lens. It visually depicts the overstimulation and alienation that can accompany neurodivergence, ultimately transforming those feelings into a hopeful message of self-acceptance and individuality. You can watch the video now on YouTube.
The Good Ole American Saturday Night Album Details
Produced by ska royalty Joe Gittleman (The Mighty Mighty BossToneS) and Matt Appleton (Reel Big Fish), the new LP finds the band sounding more energized than ever, even 30 years into their career. “Scatterbrain” follows previously released singles “Whiplash” and “Right Now,” rounding out an album that promises “joyful chaos” and “emotional sincerity”.
2026 North American Tour: Tickets On Sale Friday, May 29!
To support the new record, Big D and the Kids Table have announced an extensive run of tour dates across North America. Fans should set their alarms: tickets go on sale this Friday, May 29, at 10am ET.
Late Summer Dates (w/ Matamoska):
- Aug 27: New York, NY • TV Eye
- Aug 28: Richmond, VA • The Canal Club
- Aug 29: Virginia Beach, VA • The Bunker
- Aug 30: Charlotte, NC • The Milestone
- Aug 31: Atlanta, GA • The Masquerade
- Sep 01: Columbia, SC • New Brookland Tavern
- Sep 02: Durham, NC • The Pinhook
- Sep 03: Washington, DC • Songbyrd
- Sep 04: Philadelphia, PA • MilkBoy
- Sep 05: Amherst, MA • The Drake
Fall Dates (w/ Devon Kay & The Solutions):
- Oct 15: Waitsfield, VT • Afterthoughts
- Oct 16: Quebec City, QC • L’ANTI Bar & Spectacles
- Oct 17: Montreal, QC • Newspeak
- Oct 18: Ottawa, ON • The 27 Club
- Oct 19: Toronto, ON • Sneaky Dee’s
- Oct 20: Detroit, MI • TSDMAAC
- Oct 21: Columbus, OH • Ace Of Cups
- Oct 22: Morgantown, WV • 123 Pleasant St
The current lineup features Dave McWane, Alex Stern, Ben Basile, Alex Brander, Ryan O’Connor, Logan La Barbera, Paul Halpainy, Matt Appleton, and Casey Gruttadauria, alongside the Doped Up Dollies. Don’t miss your chance to catch one of ska-punk’s most beloved institutions live this year!
