The Willowz's debut self-titled album is a welcomed relief with its tracks spewing decades of punk rock influence. The band proves to capture the 60's raw garage rock sound attempted by bands like the White Stripes and The Killers, but only really ever successfully executed by The Strokes. This band sits comfortably above the White Stripes in terms of talent as the album offers more variety and overall better quality songwriting. The frequent distorted guitar riffs and catchy yet distinctive hooks keep the tracks consistent. The album both starts and ends solidly with its only acoustic ballad, "I Wonder," surprisingly placed well within the mix. Both "I Wonder" and "Something" have been featured on the soundtrack for "Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind" and are undoubtedly the best tracks on the album along with "Meet Your Demise." The band's unrefined instrumentals and male/female collaborative vocals have made this Anaheim-based band's albums part of my permanent collection. Check out their new album-"Chautauqua."