Release Date: 8th January 2016
"Building on the commercial triumph of Bleed American, Jimmy Eat World's fifth album, Futures, takes a more mature, atmospheric, and melancholic turn. Produced by Gil Norton (Pixies, Foo Fighters), the album dials back the upbeat pop-punk sound in favor of the more complex and introspective style of their fan-favorite record, Clarity. Released in 2004, Futures is a brooding journey through themes of despair, political disillusionment, substance abuse, and self-loathing. While the lead single "Pain" is a radio-friendly blast of power-pop, it's the more nuanced tracks like the delicate ballad "Kill," the moody and powerful title track "Futures," and the epic closer "23" that define the album's emotional depth. With layered guitars and dynamic, spacious arrangements, Futures cemented Jimmy Eat World's artistic credibility and remains a powerful, timeless statement in the band's discography."
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