SINGLE REVIEW: GAY LIPS - The Highlighter Pens Keep the Chaos at Bay.
GAY LIPS, the eccentric duo from Flitwick, are here to shake things up with their latest single, ‘The Highlighter Pens Keep the Chaos at Bay.’ Describing themselves as “two dickheads making punk rock just to cope with the insanity of the modern world,” they deliver exactly what they promise: a quirky, disruptive track that thrives on chaos and creativity.
The song is a whirlwind of gritty, arty punk, with a biting rhythm that refuses to stay in one place. Spiky, girthy guitars clash against deliberate, bombastic drums, creating a raw and rebellious soundscape. It’s loud, messy, and unapologetically eccentric—a kind of playful anarchy that feels as though it could fall apart at any moment but never does.
There’s an unmistakable pretentiousness to it, but it’s intentional and part of the charm. GAY LIPS inject a flamboyant theatricality into their music, evoking the elaborate, arty eclecticism of bands like Art Brut. Yet, they keep it DIY and grounded, a perfect balance of snotty irreverence and deliberate artistry.
‘The Highlighter Pens Keep the Chaos at Bay.’ isn’t just a song; it’s an experience. Flamboyant and disruptive, it’s punk at its most eccentric and a defiant middle finger to convention. Whether it’s the infectious energy, the clever lyricism, or the unhinged instrumentation, this track is bound to leave a mark. GAY LIPS have crafted something as unique as their name—a chaotic, creative explosion that’s impossible to ignore.
