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This Japanese-only ten-track album contains all the songs from their EP, and the and "Last Day" singles. Early on, it's obvious that had their sound mapped out: surround sweet, catchy melodies with a wall of guitars that are set to stun. Falling somewhere between and (with a touch of ), songs, penned by , are strikingly powerful little pop nuggets that are hard and tough on the outside, soft and gooey on the inside. There are eight songs on that didn't end up on their album, so collectors should take note. ~ Steve Schnee