Citizens

“And we were just thinking ‘Why don’t people respect this pop thing anymore? Why don’t people genuinely love it and try to use the same amount of imagination like these amazing alternative bands are doing?’ So we set ourselves that rule."

A pretty impressive debut release from the London quintet. Whilst it does appear like the boys have lost their footing somewhat on the second half of the album, it doesn’t detract from the fact that they know exactly what it takes to make fun, enjoyable music.

Here We Are’s strength lies in its consistency – each track is incredibly well-produced, with an edginess that speaks of the band’s musical style without becoming repetitive.