Describing the sound of A.R.E Weapons isn't easy...a eclectic mix of sci-fi beats and spewed menacing vocals remind me of a more agressive, dirtier and dare I say it, cooler, version of Primal Scream circa 2000.

'Street Gang' is reminiscent of a sneering Mr Gillespie but even more rauccous with ultimately heart pounding electric drum beats. B-side 'Black Mercedes' is more spoken with some bizarre samples of cars crashing behind more pulsing beats and airy keys complemented by a gritty bass line.

Friends of The Strokes apparently, if it's the sleaze and ultimately the music you're after, NYC is the place to be.