Kasabian: 'Fire'

It's very easy to understand why Kasabian annoy so many people. The rowdy Leicester collective, who are never short of a few words to say about everything from their own greatness to MP's expenses, are viewed by many as the last remaining flag-bearers for post-Oasis pub anthems. For hard-nosed critics, they're little more than a knock-off Primal Scream working a Gallagher swagger.

If the curious album title wasn't enough - surely West Ryder Pauper Lunatic Asylum must win some sort of award? - then this new single is further indication that such stereotypes are unfair. 'Fire' is a wind-swept gem of a track that bursts from chugging Velvet Underground beats into a funky and almost dancey chorus. Meanwhile, Tom Meighan's muffled lead vocals, which sound like they were recorded in the corner of a backstreet boozer, and Gorillaz producer Dan The Automator's obvious studio touches hint at the much-anticipated "road movie" feel the band have promised for that new LP.


> Click here to watch the 'Fire' video