Thank god for a rock 'n' roll band that wasn't discovered by Pete Wentz on MySpace. Their launch into greater-known-territory, however, was still somewhat caused by MTV (they won a contest to lay a Cancun show during spring break), so imagine my relief that Settle are far closer to classic Hot Hot Heat than they are, say, Fall Out Boy. 

Right from the get-go, "Grand Marshall's Mooncloth Robes,” Settle show us that a little grind in the guitars, a little buzz in the pick-ups, and a lot of pop percussion is all it takes to get even the most embittered punk kid dancing again. They're not beyond the time-tested handclap break either.  

I'll bet these guys are tons of fun at a live show. With the ability to combine great crowd sing-a-long opportunities ("Murdeeeeeeerrrrr!!!") and tongue-in-cheek references ("Dance Rock Is The New Pasture,” “ISO: 40Yr M w/Kids Seeks 26Yr w/o Kids"), it's no wonder the four-piece had sold 20,000 units independently before Label-fate came calling. This is somewhere between We Are Scientists and Kill Radio, not quite as fantastic as either, but tight enough to want a few more listens. And maybe a few more dances, too.  

In other words: Come one, come all! You may wear your little sister's Dickies', but leave the attitude at home. 

Track Listing:

1. Grand Marshall's Mooncloth Robes
2. Naked At A Family Function
3. Rite Of Passage
4. ISO: 40Yr M W/Kids Seeks 26Yr W/O Kids
5. Affinity For My Hometown
6. I Saw An Inferno Once
7. Murder
8. Sunday, Morning After
9. On The Prowl
10. Kick. Win!
11. Dance Rock Is The New Pasture
12. Into The Mind Of Those Who Commit Desperate Acts While Under The Influence Of Others