'Body Snatchers' - The Moons

Not only have they rubbed creative shoulders with Paul Weller, but Northampton indie band The Moons have supported Ocean Colour Scene and recorded their second album with Edwyn Collins. Given this impressive resume, it’s not unreasonable to expect something fairly special of them, however we receive an offering that falls frustratingly short of being near-brilliant.

‘Body Snatchers’ opens promisingly; a dark, moody riff fools us into believing that The Moons have produced something other than the mediocre – until we’re greeted by “They’re on my tail like a dinosaur/I've taught them everything they've ever known”, music-GCSE wording leaving the track balancing precariously on the edge of cheesiness.

Aside from the half-hearted word work, though, the song is haunting and admittedly kind of cool – but not cool enough for their apparent confidence regarding the single to be described as anything other than admirable. Unfortunately, the sad fact remains that it is impossible to pretend the vocalist doesn’t exist, so we’re given a taste of the song’s potential only for it to be snatched away a mere 21 seconds in. The song doesn't make for unpleasant listening, it just leaves you feeling dissatisfied – a bit like eating a packet of crisps to tide you over until dinner.