The artsy Brighton outfit continue to showcase their signature charm on the new single.
Just from the opening notes of ‘A Definitive Guide to Easy Living’, the unique, off-kilter appeal of Youth Sector is already apparent. From their distinctive guitar tones to the infectious bounce of their catchy disco-punk-infused indie rock sound.
Despite its undeniable charm and danceable appeal, the track has a much darker tone when you dissect it lyrically. With its satirical jibes at the grim realities of modern life and disgust for the underhanded tactics that the powers that be use to fuck over people like the homeless and less fortunate, ‘A Definitive Guide to Easy Living’ grows into something that works on a multitude of levels. Whether you want to dance to the fun sounds or mobilise against the governing class, the track is a testament to the unique charm of Youth Sector and the inescapable importance of bands like them in the current climate.
“‘A Definitive Guide to Easy Living’ is one of my favourite of our songs lyrically; it’s got this dance/disco beat at its core but the song is about the grim world of anti-homeless architecture which is essentially urban spaces and facilities that are designed in a way that prevents homeless people from sleeping/sheltering there, ideally without the public noticing. It’s everywhere in London where I live and once you notice it you spot it wherever you go. ‘Easy Living’ is written through the eyes of a financially comfortable architect taking immense pride in their work, being paid to drive out individuals with nowhere else to go.”
