(4 Out of 5)

The Maine are among a new generation of pop-punk / pop-rock bands like Hit the Lights and Metro Station in a genre once dominated by New Found Glory, The Atari’s and even Good Charlotte.  It’s obvious that this new breed of pop is still flourishing.

My first listen to Can’t Stop Won’t Stop was on a clear sunny afternoon while driving and truth be told, it’s the perfect bright and shiny record to listen to with the windows down and the wind in your hair.

With near perfect harmonies, tight musicianship and a crisp sound, The Maine offer up the perfect summer sing-a-long record.  Produced by Matt Squire (Panic! At the Disco, All Time Low) with mixing help on three tracks by Chris Lord-Alge (Green Day, My Chemical Romance), The Maine have a package sure to entice the ears of any pop fan.

The Maine thrive on the typical formula, tackling everything from relationships to life of the road and the end result is almost too perfect.  Their brighter-side approach won’t depress listeners and tracks like the acoustic driven “Whoever She Is” or the energetic “Everything I Ask For” will stick in listener’s heads for hours.

Don’t be afraid to admit you’re a pop dork.  It’s okay and The Maine will appreciate it!

Suggested Listening: “Everything I Ask For” and “Kiss and Sell”

By: Adam K. Zak III - Senior Editor / Founder