Scotland's Driveblind play straightforward, mainstream rock in the tradition of Coldplay and Travis, with an emphasis on melodic accessibility and an alternation between sweet acoustic strummers and stadium-sized electric guitars. The band's self-titled U.S. debut makes good on the buzz surrounding the band in Europe. Indie rock snobs might turn their noses up at this sort of middle-of-the-road fare, but Driveblind know their craft. These are well-written, memorable songs beautifully played and produced (the album's lead-off "Silhouette" is a good example), and ready to take up long-term residence on radio, MTV, and the pop charts. Recording information: Bay 7 Studios; Bruce's Studio; The Mint; The Sandbox Studios; Westside Studio. Photographer: James Minchin. Personnel: David Nicholson (piano, organ); Dave McKay (drums); Martin ...