For a few years now, Bugeye have been lighting up the underground with their brand of disco punk. Now signed to Reckless Yes, the debut album is finally coming. First up though is, lead single ‘Don’t Stop’, out now. .
Evidently, they have not felt one ounce of pressure signing to a label and recording the debut album. ‘Don’t Stop’ has retained everything that makes them great live. The sexiness and danger of the Pixies and Blondie remains strong.
This isn’t the status quo though, working with Paul Tipler has paid dividends. Not only is it the perfect fit, Tipler having recorded with Elastica and Idlewild. The disco production alongside their stomping punk will make them major players sooner rather than later.
Like all great pop singles, there is something dark lurking behind the music you’re dancing and singing to. ‘Don’t Stop’ examines alcohol abuse, through the prism of regret and hopefully woeful promises to change. It’s an awkward listen for anyone unwilling to dissect alcohol’s influence and for that, it should be truly lauded.
On this showing, the debut album cannot come soon enough.