Bad Astronaut - Houston, We Have a Drinking Problem (2002)
Niche: Pop Punk, Emo-Pop, Indie Rock
Location: Santa Barbara, California, United States
Oh man, this **** brings me back. Being 10 years old in the suburbs, riding around on bikes and being ignorant about everything. Just pure nostalgia to the world around me I knew it as then. Back then, just everything was interesting. Small details in architecture and scenery still trigger off memories of my childhood. It's amazing how differently we see the world as kids, I wish I could live in that era forever, just laying in the grass and staring up at the clouds, not caring about anyone or anything around me.
Sonically, this is straight early 2000's suburban American Emo-Pop, with more leanings on indie rock and power pop. Most songs feature piano, and the vocals are laid down by Joey Cape from Lagwagon. It's a pretty decent record, and if you wanna feel nostalgia for days watching Pixar movies in your underwear and playing basketball in your driveway, I think it's safe to say look no further than this album. I know plenty others do the job, and better (*cough* Your Favorite Weapon *cough*), but hey, any ounce of your younger years brought back should be relished.
7/10