The Horrors: Style Over Substance or Raw Garage Punk?

The Horrors, a band whose striking visual aesthetic has garnered significant attention, have released a five-song EP. Often perceived as fashion-forward and drawing comparisons to Tim Burton's aesthetic, they are also characterized by their distinctive look. Despite their sartorial extravagance, the band presents a surprisingly raw and authentic garage-punk sound on their debut. Their music features elements like bastardized blues scales and corrosive production, appealing to fans of earlier punk and new wave.

Frontman Faris Badwan's vocal delivery complements the band's sound, offering character studies over rhythms suitable for dancing. While some tracks lean into a horror theme, others, like "Excellent Choice," showcase a more intense and menacing momentum. The EP, with a total runtime of 12 minutes, mirrors the reported brevity of their live shows, leading to speculation about the band's longevity and performance style.