Canada has a number of great qualities: cleanliness, cheap prescription drugs and a superb health care plan among them, but now we can add Toronto's Sometimes Why. Resurrecting a guitar rock sound that has been dormant for too long, the band seamlessly moves from edgy, challenging material to silky guitar pop in a vain that will undoubtedly remind people of the bourgeoning indie scenes of the late 80's and early 90's. Led by drummer/vocalist Jason Thompson, Sometimes Why use sharp lyrics and soaring harmonies on tracks like the title effort, 'Chasing Scars' and the hilariously titled, Happy Days referenced 'Jump the Shark'. I was very impressed with the straightforward, no frills playing of guitarist John Pogue, as well. I am sure this band would electrify most clubs. (engineer)