_more fireworks, more swimming pools, more beer, more fun. At the core of Talon of the Hawk is the crazy hybrid of slamming rock drumming and acoustic guitar The Front Bottoms are known for, but this time the band augments their sound with electric guitars, synths, even a little accordion. Over top is Brian Sella's confident heartfelt vocals that will have you laughing one minute, crying the next and then maybe pumping your fist and singing along when you least suspect it. Talon of the Hawk rocks harder than their debut and it is more complex in both subject matter and arrangements. Once this sucker gets it's claws in you're going to soar. The hook-filled, anthemic, and conversational album Talon of the Hawk debuted on seven different Billboard charts. American Songwriter called it "_epic and unruly all at once_", Punknews suggests you should "Let yourself find your new favorite lyrics", and Alternative Press assures that "The Front Bottoms will soundtrack your life until it's like you've never been without them". Bob Boilen of NPR has been a huge supporter since day one and has branded them "_A great rock `n' roll band".