Francis Bowie EP (Interscope Digital)

Danish creative powerhouse Francis Bowie has tired of the idol pop scene and seeks to return "intelligent pop music" (pop music which actually says something) to the fore, his excellent modern synth pop EP is a stunning example of the music he champions.

All the tracks on his EP are wonderful modern pop songs, "Wasting my time" with its dark synth opening perfectly mixes music which at first listen is light with a dark foreboding undercurrent, at times like Depeche Mode hijacking a late 80s SAW pop act.

"Endlessly" is a bit lighter, with a lovely melody. "Sunny day" has some classic synth pop moments reminding at times of acts like the Human League, like the other tracks its a very layered song that rewards repeated listens, you'll keep finding something new to appreciate. "Silly and crazy" is a slow dance at a dark disco.

Also check out his single "I feel so alone" a more straightforward but still very infectious pop song. Francis' songs are catchy, quirky, unpredictable, at once familiar and unexpected. Just my kind of pop music really.

Francis Bowie's EP and single is available on his Bandcamp site.