Artist:Neon TreesReview:Last year, the Killers plucked this Utah quartet from obscurityby bringing them on tour. As if in repayment, Neon Trees' debutplays like a ham-fisted hommage to their Vegas buddies,down to the surging synths and "whoa-oh" chorus of their single, ascoop of dance-rock mac 'n' cheese called "Animal." Other trackswrap sparkling keyboards around angsty melodies and lyrics like"I'd love but don't know how to." The biggest problem is how hardthe band tries: Rockers like "Love and Affection" go...Rating:2.5 Stars

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