The Futureheads

[DudeAsInCool]

The Futureheads

The Futureheads

[679; 2004]

Rating: 8.3

I've never understood the fascination with a cappella groups, and I doubt I ever will. To me, they represent one of the worst possible manifestations of unfettered personal expression, a noxiously cheeky release of pent-up inhibitions. I like to think my problem with these groups lies mainly with the material they perform, and isn't just some blind phobia or intrinsic prejudice, but until now, I've never had any solid evidence to back me up. The Futureheads' self-titled debut not only affirms my journalistic integrity, but justifies what is essentially a totally groundless position. While not a cappella, per se, The Futureheads are endowed with a gift for gilt vocal harmonies not far removed from that tradition, and they've just made one of my favorite pop records this year.

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