Fuel's major-label debut finds the Pennsylvanian band turning out an engaging set of post-alternative rock. Drawing from a variety of sources, from grunge and punk to '70s hard rock, the group has a promising sound that ripples with strength. Like many young bands,
Fuel has some trouble writing catchy, memorable songs, but there's enough style and individuality within the band's sound to suggest its potential. [In 2003, Sunburn was reissued by Columbia with bonus tracks and a variation on the original cover.] ~ Stephen Thomas Erlewine