Little Man Tate - About What You Know

If this is a debut album then how come it sounds so familiar? Opening with 'Man I Hate Your Band,' this cheeky energetic jaunt from Sheffield's Little Man Tate could either be a cheap version of the Libertines or it could just be inspired fun. Front man and lyricist Jon Windle spins tales of love and adventure with an honest candor that's at once endearing and offensive. Although it doesn't immediately strike as an outstanding listen, there's something young and fresh about songs like 'House Party at Boothy's' that makes Little Man Tate's first a fine soundtrack to the weekend. [Lauren Mooney]