It’s almost enough to make a listener miss the more melancholic themes of Turner’s words. The riffs don’t always need to be complex to be entertaining though, with Perfect Score featuring a simple but very well written progression that forms a perfect backing to Turner’s lyrics. There is a particularly interesting melodic section in the background of Punches too, heightening an already catchy song with a showcase of talent. The beginning riff of Miranda is a prime example of this, feeling very satisfying to hear, backed with an excellent base line from Tarrant Anderson – proving itself to be one of the best tracks on the album. The impressive duo of Turner and Ben Lloyd play flawlessly throughout the record, delivering quality riffs and solos over and over again. The guitar progression here and indeed throughout the album is well written and structured. This album will undoubtedly cement itself as a fan favourite. These tracks are a great development on Turner’s well known sound and it is clear he knows what he’s doing in producing a record that feels like a success story. ‘FTHC’ succeeds in bringing about discussion of very difficult topics in a heartfelt way – an intelligent style that has clearly been developed over the prior 8 albums. These tracks are a great development on Turner’s well known sound There’s particular beauty in lyrics like: “…When you were filled with a sense of peace and understanding / With the wind in your hair and a light in your eyes / As you realized you were finally escaping…” lines that are particularly poignant when considering the themes of the album: mental health, fatherhood and substance abuse. Lyricism is a particular strongpoint of ‘FTHC’, especially with tracks like A Wave Across a Bay, with Turner writing at his absolute best. Turner’s vocal range is instantly shown here, the shouting introduction giving way to quick and poetic verses that feel incredibly well written and realised.
The opening track Non Serviam is an exceptional introduction to ‘FTHC’, bound to get you up on your feet before the lyrics even start. As Alex Tearle explains, this is a really exciting start to 2022. During our interview Turner noted the album was, “designed to be enjoyed live”, but let me reassure you, it sounds fantastic through headphones too. ‘FTHC’ provides a well-rounded and enjoyable listening experience. The record is varied, exciting and vibrant, showcasing Turner’s exceptional lyricism in both high octane and sincere tracks. After speaking with Frank Turner earlier in January, I was excited to get my teeth into ‘FTHC’, which I was fortunate enough to have early access to.
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