Toad The Wet Sprocket continue to do what they have always done best, which is make quiet feelings feel important. Rings is thoughtful without being precious and melodic without chasing anything modern or trendy. It is comfortable in its own skin and that confidence carries the song.
This is adult alternative done right. No forced wisdom, no nostalgia grab, just a band that understands tone and restraint. Rings feels like a song written by people who have lived enough to know when less actually says more.