Park - Building a Better ____

Park's third (and subsequently last, after the band's recent break-up) album Building A Better _____ is a very solid alternative rock album that, had the band stuck it out, might have helped to push them into the major label market. Sadly, we may never know, but that doesn't keep us from enjoying their final effort. A lush alt-rock album with hints of math technicalities and pop sensibilties, Building is worth checking out if only for the vocal efforts of lead singer Ladd Mitchell. With standout tracks like "Mississippi Burning" and "La Amoureax," the record may not be musical groundbreaking, but it's definitely worth a listen. [www.parkmusic.com]