The archness of Lou Reed, the bravado of Bob Dylan and the innocence of Jonathan Richman—all are reincarnated in the music of Boston-by-way-of-Chicago artist Ezra Furman. Thankfully, her music is no simple imitation of rock's hallowed poet-songwriters. Her songs jump for joy with the wiry, unhinged enthusiasm of early Chuck Berry, the optimism of Bruce Springsteen and the underdog spirit of nerd-punk and indie rock. Slightly awkward and proudly one-of-a-kind, she makes rock music feel young again. If they can get you to dance, they just might save your life.