The Joneses are a weird issue. They make punk rock extremely reminiscent of the Clash, frequently veering into Police-type pop. Singer Will Burdette even adopts a British accent when he sings, which should be off-putting, but it’s hard not to like the Joneses. Like many British punk bands, they’re very earnest, which helps “Where Did All the Commies Go?” survive the dated references, and unlike British punk bands, they’re so sincerely eager to please that it’s hard to hold the similarity between their “I Can’t Go On Without You” and The Police’s “So Lonely” against them.

If you’ve seen the Joneses live, then you know what Revolution Blues sounds like. The production is hard like punk production was hard, and the songs are catchy and anthemic. No instrumentalist stands out because the song’s the thing, and they deliver them with a focused intensity and economy. Maybe one day, like their models, the Joneses will find a more distinct voice that draws from their influences, but if it doesn’t happen, the world will keep turning and the sun will keep shining.