Mr. Buechner's Dream (named after author Frederick Buechner) is a two-disc collection of 33 songs, all crafted to perfection in an amazing example of the uncanny creativity the band experienced upon their reunion. As their first album in seven years, it's immediately clear that the group spent their down time wisely, honing their individual talents. The result of their reunion is a collection of some of the most original and excellent rock 'n' roll of the band's career.

You'll be rocking to the jangly, organic, garage sounds while smiling at the whimsical but sharp lyrics. And remarkably, the album never seems to drown under its own weight. There aren't many artists or bands that could pull off a 33-song collection of new songs, with no excess baggage (i.e., less-worthwhile songs) weighing things down.