Austin Sound

Anyone who has attended their high school prom knows that a certain amount of that special night’s charm comes only after looking back through a rather forgiving nostalgic lens. One can be sure that a certain circle of Hell is set aside for playing live footage of prom on a loop; we may remember it as perfect, but the real thing was far from. Dressed for Success, the latest EP release from Austin punk quintet Prom Nite, is no exception. While they do a good job of bringing back a classic snotty punk sound with a twist, the album is hampered by poor stylistic choices and a feeling of monotony that overshadows the group’s prouder moments.