It is a very fun track which harks influences from artists past, including perhaps the famous rhythm and base line from David Bowie’s “Fame.” Next comes the album’s second single, “UGH!,” which was released in December of 2015. An interesting way to begin the record, next comes the first single, “Love Me.” Introduced after the band’s hiatus from social media, they gloriously returned in October of 2015. Starting with “The 1975,” it is the same track that opens their debut album, with some production adjustments. Climbing up to the top 50 in the US charts, the album wold be followed by touring and a massive influx of an international fanbase. Following this increible journey, 2016 would mark the year for The 1975 to follow-up the excitement with new album I Like It When You Sleep, for You Are So Beautiful Yet So Unaware of It. Released on February 26th via Dirty Hit/Interscope, the album was produced by Mike Crossey (Arctic Monkeys, Foals) and is an exploration into their past while looking toward the future. Finally, their self-titled album hit shelves in September of 2013 and inevitably debuted at number one in their home country. Together since 2002, the band comprised of Matthew Healy (vocals, guitar), Adam Hann (guitar, keyboards, backing vocals), George Daniel (drums, backing vocals), and Ross MacDonald (bass guitar, keyboards, backing vocals) first struck the ears of the mainstream back in 2012 with the single “The City.” The song would be featured on their debut EP, Facedown. Going along to release three more EP’s through 2013, IV would really have fans itching for a full-length record. The 1975 have made a alt-pop masterpiece, and they aren't afraid to try something new, as they tackle gospel, shoegaze, and electronica on this new and exciting record.Manchester, England’s The 1975 have become one of Alternative Rock’s most talked about bands. "Nana" and "She Lays Down" end the record on an soft, acoustic note. "Paris" is the palette cleanser and showcases singer, Matty Healy's delicate vocals. Elmo's Fire" ode, featuring sparkling synths, a catchy hook, and a saxophone solo with tons of reverb. "The Sound" can be compared to the likes of Madonna and Michael Jackson, because of its fun energy and groove.
Littered with samples and elements of electronica, it is one of the top highlights of the record. "Loving Someone" bounces and is jovial, while the title track is something of a sonic and electronic masterpiece.
"Lostmyhead" and "The Ballad of Me and My Brain" are tributes to My Bloody Valentine, while "Somebody Else" is another John Hughes movie track. "Please Be Naked" is a bit long, but is the English group's ode to cinematic soundtracks. "A Change of Heart" can clearly be heard in an 80s coming-of-age teen drama. "Love Me" is a mix between Peter Gabriel's "Sledgehammer" and David Bowie's "Fame". "Love Me" is a mix between Peter Gabriel's "Sledgehammer" and David Bowie's The 1975's newest album is cinematic, yet filled with 80s pop. The 1975's newest album is cinematic, yet filled with 80s pop.