The new release from Pennsylvannia's answer to Emo rock, Juliana Theory, finds the Abercrombie and Finch-looking gang all over the place. It starts out with the kind of sissy sweet ballad-oriented slush-rock that gives Emo a bad name. Poppy Rythms, lots of harmonies and singalong parts--cute little titles and lyrics, they even do a tune that sounds like Blink 182.

Then about half way through the album shifts gears, the music starts to become a lot more grown-up and interesting--venturing into territory that smacks of our favorites---Sunny Day Real Estate, Radiohead--and beyond into Zeppelinesque realms and even prog-rock. This is their second release and they've certainly improved, particularly their vocals and variety. All you Tooth and Nail Records fans shouldn't be disappointed--it holds up the catchy indie rock reputation.