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band The Posies. The album was rereleased by Omnivore Recordings in 2018. The first single was "

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Critical reception

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'' called ''Dear 23'' "one of the year`s most engaging albums," writing that it delivers "a contemporary edge to the mid-`60s British Invasion sound of groups such as the Hollies." ''

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'' wrote that group "avoids self- conscious revivalism with strong, intelligent songwriting and a solidly modern rock beat." ''

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'' praised the "harmony-laden power pop sound." '' Paste'' wrote that "the sound, coaxed to life by English producer John Leckie, seemed to literally erupt from the speakers, brimming with hooks, harmonies and songs so captivating and effusive, repeated listens became all but mandatory."

Track listing

All tracks by Jon Auer & Ken Stringfellow

Personnel

;The Posies * Jon Auer – vocals, guitars * Ken Stringfellow – vocals, guitars *Arthur "Rick" Roberts – bass *Mike Musburger – drums ;Technical *Grant Alden – Typography * Jon Auer – Engineer, Assistant Engineer *

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– Executive Producer *Fred Kelly – Assistant Engineer *John Leckie – Producer, Engineer, Mixing * Stephen Marcussen – Mastering *Karen Moskowitz – Photography *Arthur "Rick" Roberts – Cover Art Concept *Carl Smool – Set Design *Dennis R. White – Art Direction, Set Design

References

{{Authority control 1990 albums The Posies albums Albums produced by John Leckie Geffen Records albums