It's fitting that Restorations' 5th album is self-titled, abandoning their previous numbering system, because it feels like it's all been building to this sound, almost like a new beginning. This is just solid, meat-and-potatoes rock 'n' roll. Play this loud, in the car, with the windows all the way down. mattgraupman
Been following Somos for many years, feeling that they had an opus in them...well, here it is. Driving pop-punk sensibilities lend an upbeat tone in contrast to the grim lyrical proceedings, and they absolutely pull it off. Evocative music that's been on repeat for me all month long. RIP, Phil PaintedDogs