Nothing But Thieves

Who knew heroin dreams could turn into cocaine dance parties? Nothing But Thieves sure pull it off on Phobia. Conor Mason and company show that no one needs a full album to show off their dynamic range.The boys from Essex are back, this time with a style change. Most of the material leading up to the new album (October 23rd) has taken a Pop-y turn. Less Royal Blood, more The 1975. This song, however, is a throwback to the olden days. When crowds were sweaty and pits were moshed. One can only reminisce.Almost an electro-pop ballad in the beginning, but mostly just rock á la UK by the end, Phobia is one hell of a teaser for the new record. Completed with angelic vocals, soaring guitars and a tempo change that'll have you jumping higher than Conor Mason's falsetto. Plenty of room to let out some of that pent up 2020 anger.