Like My Bloody Valentine’s seminal 1991 album “Loveless,” The Sea and Cake’s new release “Car Alarm” sports a pink cover, albeit with a tamer design.

The connection is legitimate, as “Car Alarm” follows what seems to be an increasing trend in some musical circles, sounding at times like something out of the early 90s. In a good way.

The album starts out with “Aerial,” a 4 minute 18 second weave of dreamy guitars complimented nicely by Sam Prekop’s vocals, and continues with the light and airy acoustic number “a Fuller Moon.”

“on a Letter,” the third track on “Car Alarm,” channels a 70s pop sound, but remains pleasant.

It’s generally downhill after the self-titled fifth song, “Car Alarm,” which is a tad rougher and more live-sounding, but the album as a whole is decent.

“Car Alarm” is also an improvement, generally, from the band’s last effort, 2007’s “Everybody.”

This album is light and positive, and a good listen heading into the winter months.

The Verdict: “Aerial” is the best song here, but the rest of the album isn’t worth overlooking, either. Put “Car Alarm” on your “To Buy” list, but don’t pawn off possessions to get it immediately. 2008’s best release (Autolux) is still on its way.