The Sorentinos

The Sorentinos continue to amaze. The past three years have seen a string of stylistically shifting, self-produced CDs packed with catchy, intelligent lyrics by North Bay songsmith, guitarist and bandleader Danny Sorentino, and street-smart instrumentation by guitarist Howard Vatcher, guest guitarist Steve Lee, bassist Rob Ruiz (chief ranger of the Marin County Parks), and drummer Rory Judge. Their latest is a well-crafted homage to '50s and '60s rock. The songs range from the Tom Petty-worthy retro vibe of "Blue Collar Rocker" and the jazzy Beat-era inspired "Cool Like That" to the mid-tempo rockabilly title track and the anthemic "Time to Rock." Fifteen powerhouse tracks. No clunkers