By Amelia Kreminski

Cursive fans expecting a cheery follow-up to Happy Hollow won't find it in the melancholic twists of Mama, I'm Swollen. The band's characteristic minor-chord style underscores the epic tracks on this record. Complete with violin whispers, haunting chorus groups and a healthy dose of lyrical social commentary sung through Tim Kasher's heartsick voice, the songs ring with eeriness. Thoughtful and somewhat depressing, this rainy-day album brings another round of well-crafted music to Cursive enthusiasts.