Sister Hazel

This Adult Alternative band's second record is a straightforward confirmation of the ideas they presented on their self-titled debut. Expect the same ringing harmonies and Beatles-inspired Jangle Pop, with a less self-conscious feel. While there's nothing here quite as catchy as "All For You," the record is a good solid release that will please fans of the group.

Sister Hazel excel in what adult-contemporary fans call "tunes" -- basic, digestible songs
that go down well with a pint and a good friend. It's a formula done right by this Gainesville,
Florida, quintet, which went platinum in 1998 with its second album of jangling boogie, . . .
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