The only sticking point for me would have to be the vocals of frontman Keith Murray, which occasionally seem to hover somewhere in an uncomfortable Oasis/Incubus range (”Can’t Lose” may be the best example of this phenomenon). Still, faux British accents notwithstanding, there is a draw to his voice as well, and I can’t hold it against him that he is actually able to sing.
The other noteworthy thing about this band is that their wacky sense of humour. While it’s not immediately obvious in the music itself (probably a good thing), it is more than a little endearing. From their eccentric fashion sense to the “Ask A Scientist” advice column on their website, it’s a relief to find that they don’t take themselves too seriously. At the very least this should guarantee them a sizeable cult following in the forseeable future.
I am pretty confident, however, that We Are Scientists will become a household name before too long. They certainly seem poised for mainstream success, but that really doesn’t take away from the strength of this wonderful debut album. Danceable rock music that makes for perfect summer listening in the dead of winter.
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