the stylistic surface. The songs have a distinct sound of their own, ironic, desperate and painful as they often are. The happy rock'n'roll is combined with modern classical music traits like odd rhythms and strange chords. It's an original style with a seemingly simple form, carrying complex messages and provoking lyrics. The style and spirit of the songs are close to the music of bands like the Who, Nirvana, Chuck Berry and R.E.M.