I've read a lot of reviews about American Slang, but I really enjoyed this one that I just came across:
http://www.theinertia.com/music-art/review-the-gaslight-anthems-american-slang/
"Perhaps the most compelling aspect of American Slang is the band’s ability to draw from a variety of influences, combining pedestrian sounds and song structures to create something that is simple, yet innovative. The result is a magnetic sound that’s as accessible and appealing to rock purists as it is to casual listeners."