Their first major-label release (for ) sees California rockers mellow the assault of their first two albums in favor of airbrushed, radio-friendly . The result is an album that is sonically more focused, with its buzzing guitars and singsong vocals. Lyrically, the brothers have a way with words, and they lyrics are full of ironic angst and clever self-deprecation. The playing is tight and crisp. A couple of songs really stand out: brings vocalist 's impression to the fore and sparkles. ~ Leslie Mathew