Eyes Open by Snow Patrol

2006 is already off to a great start as far as new music goes, and Eyes Open by Snow Patrol ($9) is just one more to add to the growing list of this year's "must have" cds. Their latest effort has lost none of the emo-pop edge that the band is known for, and lyrically this effort is even more direct and cutting than their previous three albums. Standout Tracks: "Chasing Cars," "Hands Open" and "The Finish Line."