Jimmy Eat World

Clarity

J.E.W.'s Strongest Album to Date..

Review Score:

(10/10)
Jimmy Eat World have finally hit mainstream with their most recent LP "Bleed American", but if all were right in the world it would have happened with this album right here, "Clarity". This is by far a more emotional and original album, but unfortunately that doesn't always play too well to the masses. Combine that with Capitol Records' utter lack of promotion for Clarity, and it fell on mostly deaf ears. I'm so happy that J.E.W. is finally getting their due now, and that Clarity is also starting to get noticed for the masterpiece that it is. From the opening note of Table for Glasses, you just get this feeling that what you're about to hear is going to amazing. And it is. While certainly not as poppy or mainstream as their most recent offering, Clarity offers a much more satisfying listen. Of course, like with anything else worthwhile, you have to give it a few listens and allow it to completely sink in. But once you get it, you'll have a hard time taking this out of your stereo. Jim Adkins voice has never sounded better, and the songs all have the simple quality of drawing the listener in. The lyrics may be a little difficult to understand, but that makes it all the more satisfying to me. So, if you enjoy Jimmy Eat World's new music and are interested in hearing some more of what they have to offer, then definitely pick up Clarity as well. It's very different from Bleed American/Jimmy Eat World, but if you give it a chance you may find yourself loving it even more.

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