[TuneOTD] The Future Shape of Sound - THINKING BAD THOUGHTS

Artist: The Future Shape of Sound
Genre: Space Age Gangster Soul
Location: London, UK 
Label Type: Indie
Record Label: Mostar Records
Website: http://www.mostarrecords.com/the-future-shape-of-sound/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFutureShapeOfSound
MySpace: http://www.myspace.com/thefutureshapeofsound

According to this band, The Future Shape of Sound is to be up-beat jazzy 12 bar blues…or as they self-proclaim “Space Age Gangster Soul”. Yeah, you read that right, can’t do anything else but give it a listen now!

This groovy number begins with a striking guitar riff, quickly introducing a lovely blend of organs and brass. Adding to this mix is the vocals of Big Daddy Kai combining positive influences from the genres of blues, soul and hip-hop. Then as if it couldn’t take on another dimension, the mellifluous female vocals of Nomtai Mabo enter the fray. The track remains funky throughout, with the organs leaving a lasting impression alongside the infectious bass provided by The Vaccines very own Arni Hjorvar. Arni isn’t the only special guest to appear on the record however as Jack Cowens of Dub Pistols also makes an appearance on drums. Perhaps an ending to the song could have been reached better, but hey, not every part of every song can be to everyone’s satisfaction right?

I presume the name of the band is meant ironically as their music is retro and heavily influenced by 60’s music, specifically blues. If not meant ironically, well then this is the way I believe they should market themselves. As for the single itself, it’s sexy, it’s got swagger and it will make you swing those hips!

‘Thinking Bad Thoughts’ will be on TFSOS’s EP titled ‘Eleven 59’ to be released on Mostar Records later this year. 

Matthew Evans