With a punk attitude, new-wave synth pop sounds and indie rock lyrics, The Colours of Kings are music’s new Tom Sawyer.

The Colours of Kings formed, as often bands do, over drinks at a local pub, where discussions became heated and ideals were solidified. Although, this felt more like an uprising, like the beginning of a revolution.

Whatever the cause, the outcome is a band whose first EP has been called, “subtly genius.” The band may often disagree over politics, beer choices or The Lone Gunmen, but there’s one thing that they can agree on and that’s kept them going:

If at first you don’t succeed, make your own rules.