Call it what you will — disco house, indie electro, dance pop; St Albans-based Friendly Fires will fit the bill. But don't for a second think that you need to be brandishing a pair of skinny jeans and a leather jacket just to listen to it.

After releasing three EPs since their 2006 inception, this progressive band have finally come out with their self-titled debut album which is everything and more. Boasting funky tracks with catchy beats and contemporary lyrics, it's refreshing and energy-packed. Shift that tired pile of overplayed CDs to where they belong and put this record on — it will transport you to the calling sounds of summertime.

First single, 'Paris', is an upbeat percussive track with simplistic, cutesy lyrics. Add vocals from celebrated New York-based indie pop band Au Revoir Simone and it's no wonder this track has people talking.

Frontman Ed Macfarlane's voice resonates through the ambient effects of shoegaze guitar and, right from the get go, 'Jump In The Pool' captures the attention.

Thankfully, Friendly Fires haven't marred their music with relentless electronic effects. On the contrary, this debut blends pure indie electro dance tunes, such as 'Skeleton Boy' and 'Photobooth' with feel-good progressive soundtrack sounds, as heard in 'Strobe'.

While the collection may only have around 40 minutes worth of music to show for itself, it's worth each and every one of those minutes, barring the guaranteed addictive and constant repetition it will command after your first listen.