Jimmy Eat World--Futures
It's been three long years since Jimmy Eat World hit the mainstream crowd with Bleed American. Though Futures is the band's fourth record, the popularity of Bleed American forced the band to face the challenge of overcoming the sophmore album slump. The band took their time on this record and it was worth the wait.
Futures is nothing new for Jimmy Eat World. The album does what their previous releases have already done--make you feel like you're floating somewhere, enjoying the wonders and heartaches of the teenage love that you may or may not have ever even had.
The album begins with the title track, a weak attempt at being political: "I hope for better in November," and "My darling, now's the time to disagree."
From that point forward, however, the album does not miss a beat--delivering the perfectly sweet harmonies and sing-along choruses. Mixed with the heartstring-tuggers is a rocker "Nothing Wrong" and a joyous "Jen." Without even listening, you find yourself singing along and getting lost in the music.
The tracks on this album are a bit longer, a la Clarity, but still sound just as tight as any track on Bleed American. It's a solid record from start to finish.
THE SKINNY: Good to the very last drop.
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