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Hoffer unveils his surprising power pop debut

The lyrics and traditional power pop sound of Brian Hoffer's "Psychoanalysis" recalls the likes of They Might Be Giants. But the 12 songs on Hoffer's debut disc, "Into the Boulevard," also take cues from the Beatles - his self-avowed biggest influence - and even Chicagoland DIY stalwart Jonny Polonsky.

May 10, 2011