“I’ve been a little shaken up since the day I realized I am going to die” exclaims vocalist Hunter Stull. “But I guess it will all be fine when I get to Heaven” It’s an inauspicious beginning to London art-punkers Whine Problem’s debut EP Sleem. But don’t be fooled by opener “Heaven” or deceptively breezy second track “Portrait of Moments Wasted”. The latter of which gives off “KC Accidental” vibes (punctuated with bursts of noise.) There’s turbulence ahead.

It’s standout track “Rich and Fancy” that sets the tone for the rest of record. It’s a pissed-off anthem of disillusionment that takes aim at class inequality, organized religion, Mom, Dad and faith itself. “He’s not there. He’s not fucking there… we’re all abandoned”.

Revenge fantasy “Good Grrrl” coats a metallic sheen over its violent imagery and throws in a classic blood-curdling scream for kicks. Mirror image track “Autopsy” lays itself vulnerable and bare. By the time widescreen closer “Then Maybe Then” wraps I’m emotionally spent.

If you ever wondered what Broken Social Scene, St. Vincent, PJ Harvey and Rage Against The Machine would sound like mashed together, here’s your answer. Whine Problem is a band doing really cool things and I’m excited to hear what their upcoming full-length will bring. Highly recommended.

Sleem is available digitally and on CD.