This couldn't have come out at a better time. With The Electrics, Rose Blossom Punch, Johnny Respect appearing at Summer Festivals, this sampler gives us a taste of what these groups might sound like beforehand. The sounds range from folk to rock to ska. The label's new material is blended in with indies and live recordings to create a very listenable CD. Highlights are Sherri Youngward (whose songs show dramatic improvement from Take Time to Listen II), "Get to Heaven" a lively, toe-tapping fun song by The Electrics, and "Based on a True Story" by Rose Blossom Punch, led by Aaron Sprinkle (formerly of Poor Old Lu). This last song continues to grow on me with every listen. This is a great buy for $3.98.
3.5 tocks
