It Takes Guts! holds joy and suffering in the same breath. Exploring themes of addiction, sexual liberation, and self-worth, Wax Jaw’s debut record channels the courage, determination, and sincerity needed to wrestle with one’s inner demons. Despite its heavier themes, It Takes Guts! playfully embraces the ironies of life and the catharsis that comes from choosing to be sexy or sleazy when the mood strikes.[info sheet from distr.]