If this single is anything to go by, then this young Scottish band have an extremely bright future ahead of them. ‘Sex Lines Are Expensive Comedy’ is an incredibly catchy little number, gripping you right from the intro and holding your utmost approval seemingly effortlessly throughout. Having apparently supported Panic! At The Disco at Brixton Academy, it is no surprise to me that they wowed the audience as they truly are a high energy, vastly talented band. Their synthy sound went down a treat with me and both the single and B-Side ‘Dennistown’s That Way’ impressed to a large degree. Both are strong tracks for different reasons – in the single they parade their pop capabilities and ability to pen a fine chorus, whereas in B-Side ‘Dennistown’s That Way’ they prove they’re also capable of slowing things down a little in order to put across music that is moving and compelling. Drive-By Argument have the potential to be a massive success, in fact it is my belief that if they were signed to Fueled By Ramen then they would be unleashing ‘Sex Lines Are Expensive Comedy’ upon the masses right now and easily playing sold-out multiple date headline stints at Brixton Academy. 2007 has the potential to be a life changing year for the band, and I certainly hope it turns out that way as they definitely deserve it.
Label: Lizard King Records
Release Date: 25th June 2007
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UK based film graduate with a huge passion for music, sports and video games.