This came out in 2005 — or at least that’s when I got it. Here’s what I said about it back then (with some minor editing):
What goes up must come down — eventually.
But the irresistible grooves, wiry guitars, yelpy vocals and pure pop hooks on Hot Hot Heat’s fast-paced 38-minute sophomore set make it clear these Victoria new wave revivalists still have a way to go before their career elevator reaches the top. Get on and enjoy the ride.