Following on from Helter Seltzer (2016), it’s the sixth studio album from We Are Scientists and the duo are still having as much fun as ever before. Megaplex is a flamboyant indie pop record that merges 80’s synths with distorted guitar chords, drawing listeners to compare them to sounds we associate with groups like The Naked & Famous. The vocal lines are at times banal, but still hold weight as they ring over the accompaniment, with the New Yorkers tacking us on a sonic adventure over the 31 minutes of music.
The LP boasts a strong opening with One In One Out, with a catchy synth lead and a chorus that will be engraved in your brain after a single listen. The 9 other tracks move from 80’s influenced tunes, like on Heart Is A Weapon, to classic indie rock sounds with Now or Never. It’s without doubt a playful record that is bright, snappy, and will get you up off your feet. It’s a credit to the duo that they are six albums in and are still having as much fun as their early years (Safety, Fun & Learning, 2002). An infectious record, here’s hoping they keep the good times coming!
