No genre wears its influences as shamelessly on its sleeve as power-pop. So when Edwards kicks off the second song of his debut album with a sly lyrical nod to Elvis Costello's "Watching the Detectives," there's no need to wince. Anyway, aside from an awesome rave-up ("At Your Place") that features a fleet fingered bass line worth of Bruce Thomas, there's little here that resembles Elvis's golden years. Edwards is more of a meat and potatoes kind of guy, with chugging guitars that recall The Smithereens and a vocal presence that brings to mind The Gin Blossoms. Other reference points might include Material Issue and Marshall Crenshaw. Edwards is a competent singer and everyone plays with vigor. There's nothing earth shattering here, just some sturdy, well crafted tunes.