The Futureheads - The Futureheads

Way back at the start of 2005, several indie bands with huge potential began to pierce through to the mainstream. Amongst these upstarts were the likes of The Kaiser Chiefs, Hard Fi, The Subways, Maximo Park and The Futureheads. Its fascinating with the perk of hindsight to see where each group ended up 5 years down the line; through all the twists and turns of touring and album releases, how the band's cope, and then walk out the other side with their heads held high.
On February 1st 2005, The Futureheads cover of Kate Bush's 'Hounds Of Love' was released as the first single off their now classic self titled debut album, kick starting the band's strong career, which would see them grow in strength over the resulting five years.
The single itself stood high above many other indie tracks from around the time, both on the radio and in the clubs, due to its infectious chanting and harmonic charm, set to a oddly fresh post - punk sound. This winning quality instantly secured it as a classic track, and continues to stand prominent as a key example of the band's signature energetic sound.
Other singles from the debut that instantly leap out and force the listener to jump and chant include 'Robot', 'Meantime', 'The City Is Here For You To Use' and the instantly catchy 'Decent Days And Nights'. This last track in particular became greatly popular due once again to the group's perfect fusion of sing along lyrics, punchy rhythms and dance along instrumentation, again making for an instant classic.
The debut also featured several song's which highlighted The Futureheads unique take on the post-punk sound, and the band's tight and beautifully crafted layered harmonies. These tracks included 'Le Garage', 'Carnival Kids' and the darkly charming 'Danger Of The Water', which settles amongst the high energy collective with great ease, despite its chilling intimacy.
Five years later, The Futureheads debut album isn't just credited as classic for the significant and well executed singles, but also for the over arching charm that floats around the album strengthening it as an extremely strong debut album, and a key example of the British indie music scene at that time. In this way, the album acts as a form of time capsule, both for the band, and the indie scene; Both of which representing high energy, and more importantly, promise.