Originating from the seemingly disparate locations of mainland Europe and Stroud, quirky musical collective The Umlauts now reside in South London. Having caused quite a stir with their danceable debut ‘Boiler Suits and Combat Boots', the group are back with an exhilarating new offering in 'Energy Plan'. Delivered monotonically in both German and English, the lyrics are a sharp swipe at the patriarchy and those who uphold it. The band explain: “Energy Plan is a misinterpretation of a quote from Joseph Beuys (‘Energy plan for the western man’) and is written from the perspective of a woman frustrated by the everyday. The lack of empathy she receives culminates in her anger at the apathetic energy exerted by others into relationships.” Sonically inhabiting a space between Kraftwerk's analogue electronica and Fever Ray's Plunge, 'Energy Plan' is a darkly infectious anthem for any self-respecting feminist. Watch the equally excellent video directed by Clara Atkinson here now. -Holly Mullineaux