Do you remember echoing vocals? What's cool about Glisten is how they can take 80's vocals and throw in modern guitars. New wave meets modern rock. The greeting is well done, a successful venture. Who would have thought? The vocals are pretty standard throughout the album, reminiscent of Duran Duran (or just about any 80's new wave / pop singer). Guitars are nice and hard to peg. They are at times ethereal ("Rejoice"), sometimes chunky ("Encourager"). A bit simple at times, but that may help it connect with the 80's vocal style. Drums, bass, and guitars follow the same pattern. This album does a great job at bringing together other types of music and making it into their own. Some bands it takes a while to get even close to "their own" sound. But don't be misled, the uniqueness is fresh because of its mating power- bringing together alt-pop (The Choir, Between Thieves, Sixpence None the Richer), modern rock (Fold Zandura, Morella's Forest, Stavesacre), and the 80's. Not absolutely stunning in its innovation, but a nicely done blend. This album is particular (not complex, variant, or deep) and best heard by the ear that turns fondly towards pop memory. This is an 80's album with a 90's feel, both musically and lyrically. These guys make new wave more accessible to those who dig the guitars of today. Starlight Wishlist is very well put together from the sound quality to the printing of the cd booklet. The lyrics are straight-forward and some are downright beautifully worshipful. Read them carefully and see what you think - they're very focused on spiritual matters. Cheers to the production of the work. The sound quality is high. Nothing holds back the listener, unless you just can't get into this new variation. \