Cherry Marmalade is as deliciously sweet as its namesake.

The debut album from ex-Letters to Cleo frontwoman Kay Hanley, Cherry Marmalade bounces with charming power pop.

Although Letters to Cleo never captured the media's interest for more than a few split seconds, most probably remember them as the cheeky band led by the even cheekier blonde in 10 Things I Hate About You.

That band has since split up and that blonde has since released Cherry Marmalade.

The album still features Hanley's signature sexy little-girl vocals and bouncy melodies, but lacks the taut arrangement and muscular guitar hooks of Letters to Cleo.

Instead, Cherry Marmalade has a smooth, sugary sound that will probably fail to garner much attention in the current trend of brawny girl rockers like Avril Lavigne. It probably won't be a chart-topper, but Cherry Marmalade is a warn reminder of mid-90s female-lead power pop.

Those of you who long for the days of Save Ferris, Veruca Salt, Eve's Plum and, of course, Letters to Cleo, are going to want to add this sweet treat to your collection.

-- Reviewed by Caralyn Green