Album: "Be Nothing"
Artist: Boston Manor
Record Label: Pure Noise Records

For those of you that don't know, Boston Manor is a five-piece British band who started making waves with songs "Gone" and "Trapped Nerve" off of their 2015 EP "Saudade". At first glance, you wouldn't expect "Be Nothing" to be this band's first LP. The lead song "Burn You Up" draws you in with its pure emotion and its perfect mix of harsh guitars & drums and mellowing vocals. The amount of energy on the track sets the tone for the rest of the album. The lead single "Laika" highlights the band's ability to write infectious songs.

From the screaming chorus of "Laika" to the melodic chorus of "Forget You", "Be Nothing" showcases the quintet's ability to write honest and relatable lyrics. Musically, this album is beautifully crafted. The drums, guitars, and vocals work in harmony on each track of the record. That being said, this album isn't without its flaws. Songs such as "Broken Glass", "Forget Me Not" and "Stop Trying, Be Nothing" seem subpar when compared to the rest of the album.

While Boston Manor doesn't stand out from recent British newcomers, "Be Nothing"is one of the best written, produced, and performed albums the genre has produced this year. If this album is an indication of the future, the blackpool quintet has unlimited potential. The mix of raw emotion and heartfelt lyrics makes for a strong debut.