The UK-based five-person band debuts with "This Could Be Texas," an album that heavily resonates with modern crank wave (modern post-punk) aesthetics. Despite this influence, the album holds significant promise for the band. Standout tracks like "Nearly Daffodils" and the anthemic "The World's Biggest Paving Slab" showcase the band's ability to fully embrace their post-punk inspirations. However, there are moments where the album's potential is clouded by questionable choices, such as the peculiar use of autotune in "The Best Tears of Your Life" and the lackluster closing track "Albert Road." Nonetheless, the band warrants attention as they navigate through these experimental phases, hinting at exciting developments to come.
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