I don't know if it's just because I haven't been listening to as much stuff in the poppier vein of punk or what, but this record, this band, is totally fresh sounding. Fresh as in not at all stale and tired and boring. Hand claps along with some awesome, catchy guitar work, greatlyrics, perfect production... all the pieces fit just exactly right for a prize-winner of a 7 - with one exception - some of the songs are way too long. It's been scientifically proven the best punk/rock songsare those topping out a 2 1/2, 3 minutes tops. Otherwise, keep it up. --MRR, Vol. 184, Sept. '98 (IM)