The mass hysteria of this track hits you right between the eyes from the outset. If you weren't awake this Monday morning, you will be now!
Drummer Matt Tong is a wonder to watch if you've been lucky enough to catch Bloc Party live and he really goes for it in this, as does the insane guitar rift which also keeps you on your toes. You are allowed breaks to breathe with Kele's almost conversational verses, traditional of the band style, but isn't long before the stabbing guitar returns to do just that.
Rumoured to be written about George W Bush (as so many tracks around this time seemed to be) ‘just like his dad, same mistakes, something’s will never be different’, the hypnotic and deep vocals in the bridge lead to the perfect sing-along chorus for a mass of people at a sweaty and energetic gig.
Despite the guitar instrumental reminiscent of something by The Editors, this is Bloc Party’s sound to perfection. Much more than a song used on a football video game, but a vigorous anthem from a fine British band.
Despite the guitar instrumental reminiscent of something by The Editors, this is Bloc Party’s sound to perfection. Much more than a song used on a football video game, but a vigorous anthem from a fine British band.
From the EP ‘Little Thoughts’ (2004) later released on the album ‘Silent Alarm’ (2005) / @thisisblocparty
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