This entertaining tribute gives props to Shadowy Men on a Shadowy Planet, the Canadian instrumental combo perhaps best known for contributing the theme song to Kids in the Hall. A stable of surf guitar and garage rock revivalists does the feting, with types like Squid Vicious, Insect Surfers, Mulchmen, and Spy-Fi making appearances. The material lacks that certain punk-influenced grit that really defined the Shadowy Men's sound. Still, the bands here get lots of credit for earnest, energetic playing, especially in the reverb guitar department. Highlights include Dirk Doom's version of the group's most famous track, the Deoras' "Siesta Cinema," and a brooding Urban Surf Kings take on "Memories of Gay Paree." ~ Johnny Loftus, All Music Guide