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Chiming suburban hooks fluff up a friendly mix of plush — but not gushy — balladry and subtly pepped punk chords, topped with next-door-neighborly vocals that never strain or grate. The treacly trio’s music is as inviting as the tinkle of a Mister Softee van; the more you try, the sweeter the flavor. ”Knock Down Walls” might taste like filler at first, but it lingers on the palate like a fresh Bomb Pop. B