Crazy Zany Radio Sunday - 'Dystopia (The Earth is on Fire)' by YACHT

Every week our contributors will voice their opinion concerning one song, it’s a simple as that! The more the merrier, so people are always welcome to join in, just leave a note, eh.

Track: ‘Dystopia (The Earth is on Fire)’ by YACHT (listen here)

Average grade: 6.5

Craig: I am a big fan of YACHT.  I'd call them pop music for conspiracy theorist philosophers who like to get wasted and dance.  This song has the synth beat and off-kilter lyrics I expect, but for some reason I'm feeling a little cool on it upon first examination.  This is the kind of band to listen to multiple times before fully appreciating them, though, so I'm going to have to go with the benefit of the doubt on this one.  Dance, dance!
7/10

Anna: My general opinion of YACHT is meh, and this song has done absolutely nothing to change it. Casual electropop without a spark to be seen or heard for miles. They put on an energetic live show though, if that helps.

2/10

Linda: I LOVE YACHT! And you would too if you'd seen them live! It's like the OK Go treadmill video but better and not a video nor with OK Go or treadmills (because honestly, who ever wants to come close to one of those monsters?)! The LCD Soundsystem likeliness in this song is almost ironic as that band have just waved goodbye to the music bizz with an over 3 hour long farewell gig. So run, YACHT, run! There's a void to be filled!

9.1/10

Stef: Something basically all DFA bands are a master at is stealing/incorporating other sounds/influences (depending which side of the fence you are on), and this song is no exception. I like that kind of alluding/mixing to be honest, and it sure beats out the roof the roof the roof is on fire /we don’t need no water let the motherfucker burn. I think this one is more clever. Also it is a fun song that really fits into the YACHT aesthetic. And I agree with everyone who has said positive stuff about their live show.

8/10