SINGLE REVIEW: Lunchmeat - Heads

Seventeen years is a long time to go without releasing music, but Lunchmeat prove they haven’t lost an ounce of their edge with ‘Heads.’ It’s a whirlwind of post-punk energy, buzzing synths, and rebellious undertones, blending elements of the past and future into something strikingly unique.

The track wastes no time setting its tone. A thick, buzzing synth riff kicks things off, immediately giving the song a mechanical, almost futuristic feel. Cold, Cure-esque guitar lines weave their way in, adding a post-punk sharpness, while hints of Erasure-esque synth textures give it an unexpected warmth. But just as you think you’ve got a grip on where it’s going, the song shifts—moving into a moody electric piano breakdown, complete with swirling reversed guitars that make the whole thing feel like a dream sequence.

Then comes the explosion. The final stretch of ‘Heads’ is nothing short of chaotic catharsis—group shouts, pounding rhythms, and a sense of release that feels almost necessary after the tension built up in the earlier sections. Lyrically, it’s an imagistic take on class war and revolution, not so much telling a straightforward story as painting a feverish, dystopian picture. But despite its heavier themes, the track never loses sight of its hooks—it’s built on catchy melodies, swaggery verses, and a furious energy that feels like it’s always on the edge of tipping over. ‘Heads’ is a statement, a trip, and a storm all at once.