Nothing Sadder Than Lonely Queen

Mario Hernandez is From Bubblegum to Sky (it's a solo thing with a band like moniker). His debut, "Me and Amy and the Two French Boys," was adored as the shimmering and melodic pop illumination that it was. It combined a love for American pop with Japanese kitsch, Bowie and the Beatles with Pink Lady. After that successful venture, he's back with his sophomore effort. "Nothing Sadder Than Lonely Queen" provides a sweet and sour balance so easy to swallow, you won't even question the medicinal value of this spoonful of sugar.