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In the years leading up to 2001's self-titled release, Jimmy Eat World racked up a sizable fan base through many of the normal routes for indie-rock bands (constant touring, split singles with popular scene bands, a few full-lengths and EPs on both indie and major labels). However, what propels Jimmy Eat World to another level is their uncanny knack for appealing to a wide audience by cobbling together the jagged guitar sincerity of bands like Fugazi and Jawbox with the hooks bands like Green Day and Blink-182 rode to multi-platinum success, tempering these creations with touches of power-pop and metal.
The band immediately captures attention on JIMMY EAT WORLD's opening track (and one-time title track), "Bleed American," a scathing yet engaging fiery anthem made for radio (not to mention for uncontrollable singing along); better singles are few and far between. The band displays a punk sound for a few powerful songs before showing their skill at power balladry on the remarkably vulnerable "Your House." The true standout comes on "The Authority Song," not a John Mellencamp cover, but a power-pop masterstroke right out of the songbook of Big Star or the Flamin' Groovies.
Recorded at Cherokee, Los Angeles, California and Harddrive, North Hollywood, California.
Jimmy Eat World: Jim Adkins (vocals, guitar, piano, organ, percussion, bells); Tom Linton (guitar, organ, background vocals); Rick Burch (bass); Zach Lind (drums, percussion).
Personnel: Jim Adkins (vocals, guitar, piano, organ, percussion, bells); Tom Linton (vocals, guitar, organ); Rick Burch (vocals, bass guitar); Davey vonBohlen, Rachel Haden, Ariel Rechtshaid (vocals); Zach Lind (drums, percussion); Mark Trombino (percussion, programming).
This is an Enhanced CD which contains regular audio tracks, multimedia computer files and a link to the artist's website with the help of a web browser.Rolling Stone (8/16/01, pp.101-2) - 3.5 stars out of 5 - "...An album of glorious potential hits...mingling anguish and uplifting melody...which is concisely designed and ardently delivered....sporting the tender turbulence that insular emo kids have enjoyed for ages..." Entertainment Weekly (9/7/01, p.165) - "...Bittersweet effervescent tunes..." - Rating: B Alternative Press (2/02, p.64) - Ranked #6 in AP's "25 Best Albums of 2001" - "...Added a healthy dose of pop their dynamic brand of emocore..." Magnet (9-10/01, p.96) - "...An album of modern rock for the Abercrombie & Fitch set..." CMJ (7/2/01, p.5) - "...The Red Bull of summer albums, a sugar-soaked, adrenalin-pumping, often soaring power-pop soundtrack for driving too fast, drinking too much, and...falling for someone..."
Awesome This album is awesome i bought it because i fell in love with futures and i wasnt disappointed with this album also recommended is static prevails another awesome jimmy album Submitted by Julian (New Haven, CT) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo 1 of 1 found this helpful.
Smooth snickerbar This music is like eating a smooth chilled chocolate while watching soccer. Top five, without doubt Submitted by largeaaen (Sogne, Norway) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo
Super Catchy The title track is the catchiest song of the year. The next two tracks delight and sizzle as well. This is one of the most instantly accessable releases in recent memory. The production is big, sharp and shiny. The over all vibe seems almost to positioned towards modern rock radio, but the strong performances and reasonably consistent songwriting make this one of the top five CD's of 2001. Submitted by a reviewer (Chicago, IL, USA) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo
Pretty Good I just got into them and my friend told me to start with this album. I was not dissapointed with them at all. Reccomended big time! Submitted by Masterp2124 (Jupiter) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo
Great CD Puts you in a good mood. Reminds me of times forgotten. Brings back great memories and the songs are still catchy. Submitted by slothclock (Mandeville, LA, USA) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo
Awesome
Smooth snickerbar
Super Catchy
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