Following up its catchy EP “Greetings From ... ,” A Rocket to the Moon’s first full-length album “On Your Side” proves that the popularity of its EP was no fluke. The fledgling band — which shares its label, Fueled By Ramen, with Paramore, Cobra Starship and Gym Class Heroes — has a lot of hype to live up to. With its pop-rock beats, catchy lyrics and creative vocals, A Rocket to the Moon proves that listeners unfamiliar with its music may soon have a new favorite band.

The band is currently embarking on an all-star tour with Cobra Starship and Boys Like Girls, and having “On Your Side” as new music to play on the road will surely gain them new fans. Each song lends itself to a different sound, giving the band a well-rounded, eclectic record. The first single off the album, “Mr. Right,” is a solid embodiment of the album. With its bouncy background, catchy lyrics and memorable tune, it won’t be long before listeners start bopping along.

Every song shows a different nuance of A Rocket to the Moon’s musicality. “Annabelle,” the opening track, catches the listener’s attention with simple, interesting lyrics like “I need a girl, not a body with a complex.” Another track, “Like We Used To,” perfectly exemplifies relationships from a male’s perspective and shows a softer side not often heard in indie-rock. The song is about memories of a former lover, and the lyrics reminisce about watching favorite movies and dancing to “Purple Rain.” “Sometimes” takes the debut to a new level, combining the band’s normal pop-rock influences with a bit of a jazzy undertone. The band’s arrangements of acoustic guitar give the track a smooth-listening sound. Featuring Brandon Wronski, lead singer of Eye Alaska, the track meshes the characteristic indie feel of both groups to add a new dimension to “On Your Side.”  

“Give A Damn” and “Life of the Party” are destined to become great sing-a-long songs to belt out in the car with the windows down. “Baby Blue Eyes” shows the sensitive side of the band, with lead singer Nick Santino’s smooth vocals soaring on the song. The title track, which closes the album, is the perfect way to end a CD-listening experience. The song’s warm vocals epitomize the band’s cute, youthful essence. With a debut album as promising as “On Your Side,” it won’t be long before A Rocket to the Moon is on the same artistic level as its famous labelmates.