HALES CORNER - Hales Corner (Sealed) (CD)

Hales Corner's self-titled second album is a perfect balance between the band's debut album Garden View, a collection of bedroomrecorded, summery guitar songs, and their dynamic live performances. As before, the intricate melodic interplay between lead singer Wes Cook and guitarist Caleb Adams remains the beating heart of Hales Corner, from the opening notes of the first song "Welcome" to the striking chorus of album-standout "Trixies" to the charming verses of "Cradles". However, the additions of Earl on drums, Chelsea (Wes' sister) on backing vocals, and Wes himself on clarinet further enliven the music.