Album Review: Young Fathers - Dead

When has left-field, indie-rap ever sounded so approachable and so resonant? This is compelling stuff from three young Edinburgh locals. War's high points bear comparison with Arcade Fire at their most majestic; notwithstanding the fact that track opens with rapid-fire flows. Low shows Young Fathers' pop sensibilities with its harmonic, choral hook. Get Up is at once haunting and comforting; some achievement. Hangman is woozy. The experience of listening to this record is beautiful, but blurry – like watching the sun rise after staying up all night. An experience not to be missed.