Danny Faragher, who rose to fame with the Peppermint Trolley Company, returns with an album that frames his roots in a highly attractive context.

John Fred and His Playboy Band coupled fun with quality, and ‘Agnes English’ ranks as a perfect example of their vision and abilities.

Though a myriad of musical fashions pepper Jamie Hoover’s ‘Two Ever,’ a potent pop feel is engraved within the grooves.

Even those who don’t celebrate will be moved by ‘A Kool Kat Kristmas, Volume Two,’ simply it’s so melodic and memorable.

Tingling and trembling with style and substance, Aerial’s ‘Why Don’t They Teach Heartbreak at School?’ is a power-pop epic.

Warm, tranquil, and making do with minimal fuss, Thirty Steps to Forward’s ‘The Bird And The Fool’ is immaculately alluring.

Catchy songwriting, combined with imaginative breaks supply Julian Leal’s synth-poppy ‘A New Beginning’ with vitality and direction.

Groovy Uncle’s ‘Persuaded’ is a priceless portrait of Mod and Northern Soul influences cast in a current attitude.

You can hear and feel Princess Planet’s passion rising from the grooves.

‘International Pop Overthrow, Volume 17’ is buttered to the brim with strong hooks, cracking melodies, divine harmonies and tireless energy.