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 The riffs are direct, immediate, but they are so flat and banal that they become tiring after just a few seconds.

 This is a band with only one trick to show, but even that’s old and stale.

This review criticizes The Futureheads' debut album for its overly simplistic and repetitive composition. The riffs are described as flat and tiring, and the vocal lines as exaggerated and parodic. The band is seen as lacking talent and originality, relying on tired punk and post-punk models without adding freshness or depth. Overall, the album is seen as a failed attempt to live up to its hype. Explore the full review to see why The Futureheads' debut fell short of expectations.