Polkadot's CYLS debut "...to be crushed" oozes sincerity and charm in spades. On their sophomore album, the band alternates between a flurry of bright crunchy riffs to moments of subtle dynamics that really highlight the sincere and poignant vocals. It feels like there was a sense of urgency here, like the band knew they struck gold and couldn't stop until the vein was mined dry.

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