In early 2009 local band the Goldbugs released two CDs pretty much simultaneously.  Having review Star in the Corner in a previous issue, I finally got around to the more recently recorded of the two discs. As usual, the trio peels off a batch of melodic guitar driven rock that can go from catchy power pop to near stone country.  Hooks all over the place and tons of lead guitar makes these tales of love, loss, change and the like come off amidst the tightrope between Americana roots and pure pop in a manner that seems natural.  Centro Cellar Sessions (named after the studio the album was recorded at) is a little more on the roots and country side than its predecessor but it still maintains the spark this band had always had.  (BOONE)

(Home Tone Records)