Yeah, I'm with Nathan here. Material Issue is the first band that came to mind. It's forever been a mystery to me why they never hit; it must all come down to timing. Jim Ellison definitely didn't stray far from his influences, but he crafted damn near perfect powerpop songs. Also happy to see some love for Matthew…

Yeah, Songs for Silverman was pretty much it for me. While I agree with Billy up there about the solo albums lacking the fun that was abundant on group outings (Reinhold Messner possibly excepted), there is a certain sense of resignation in Ben Folds solo work, particularly Silverman, that really resonated with me.…

ANYBODY KILLAH!! That is just the best news we've heard thus far.