The high-energy, alt-pop architects Capital Cities have just dropped their newest single, “Late For School,” a relentless high-tempo romp that serves as a thrilling preview of their new full-length album, Making Up The Rules. Moving beyond the globally recognized grooves of “Safe And Sound” and “Kangaroo Court,” this track is a blistering declaration of independence—a rallying cry for the delightfully unapologetic outsider. It’s a masterclass in controlled chaos, packed wall-to-wall with the band’s signature twisted hooks, brilliant brass arrangements, and an infectious, high-octane energy that dares you to sit still. Following swiftly on the heels of the “groundbreakingly groovy” “F*k It,” Capital Cities proves once again why they remain the ultimate purveyors of sophisticated, synth-driven pop genius.