Alkaline Trio

This compilation of rare tracks, B-sides and odds 'n' ends spans the 10-year career of these veteran pop punks, making it both a must-have for fans and an excellent introduction to their attitude-packed sing-alongs. "My Standard Break From Life" displays the band's awareness of genre forefathers like the Ramones, where sweeter tunes like "We Can Never Break Up" demonstrate their skill for writing sugary power pop. By the time the record gets to an acoustic version of "My Standard Break From Life," lessons in punk history come full circle.