The Californian
Polyvinyl
2002
Rating: 7 Kevin Costners out of 10
Be it their affiliation with Polyvinyl Records or most of the bands that they play shows with, but Sunday’s Best seem to always unfairly get lumped in the "emo" category when what they really are is just good melodic pop music. Reminding me of later-era Knapsack, The Jealous Sound (Blair from Knapsack’s new band, which features the bassist of Sunday’s Best as well), and The Weakerthans, Sunday’s Best bring a beautiful blend of California sunshine pop with a slightly downer outlook. Singer Ed Reyes has a very unassuming and warm voice, and it doesn’t take many listens for the choruses to get stuck in your head. This album would be equally good as a companion on a summer road trip, or a nice selection to listen to in your headphones as you trudge to work or school on an overcast day. A great sophomore effort, and if they continue in this fashion they could be bound for great things.
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