New Jim James Solo Album - Eternally Even

[eleaf14]

nothing here...i just tried signing into wonderful union thinking maybe it was under that. but nothing...

[diddy57]

I probably wouldn't give this a second thought if I didn't believe so much in Jim James' songcraft. First listens are always tough because first impressions are so often wrong, but this is probably going to be a very nice grower, to be listened to in certain situations and circumstances and reveled in, definitely an escape-hatch type of album.

Here's one first impression, though: I listened to the last track, Eternally Even, and couldn't help but think of Thom Yorke and True Love Waits (also an album closer). I think this is an album Thom Yorke would probably enjoy very much. The solo albums of James and Yorke play in the same ballpark. A few foul balls and pop ups, but some line drives and a couple of home runs (Here In Spirit knocks it out of the park).

[justbcuzido]

I probably wouldn't give this a second thought if I didn't believe so much in Jim James' songcraft. First listens are always tough because first impressions are so often wrong, but this is probably going to be a very nice grower, to be listened to in certain situations and circumstances and reveled in, definitely an escape-hatch type of album.

Here's one first impression, though: I listened to the last track, Eternally Even, and couldn't help but think of Thom Yorke and True Love Waits (also an album closer). I think this is an album Thom Yorke would probably enjoy very much. The solo albums of James and Yorke play in the same ballpark. A few foul balls and pop ups, but some line drives and a couple of home runs (Here In Spirit knocks it out of the park).

For me the highlights are "The Worlds Smiling Now" and then True Nature- Eternally Even.

I love his choice of ending it with Eternally Even. I think the first half is a little weighed down with songs that are too similar sounding, but the back half is perfect.

[Murph]

When SOL initially came out, I didn't like it much at all and that really lowered my expectations for this album.  While it has grown on me and I actually like the song when I hear it on the radio, it's my least favorite on the album. 
That being said, I think this album is endlessly listenable and I keep finding new grooves to love.  Man, I was not expecting to enjoy it this much.  Cant wait to this shit live. Current favorites are Here in Spirit and Eternally Even.

[Stevie]

When SOL initially came out, I didn't like it much at all and that really lowered my expectations for this album.  While it has grown on me and I actually like the song when I hear it on the radio, it's my least favorite on the album. 
That being said, I think this album is endlessly listenable and I keep finding new grooves to love.  Man, I was not expecting to enjoy it this much.  Cant wait to this shit live. Current favorites are Here in Spirit and Eternally Even.

I feel the exact same way.  I also feel like if you don't like this album it's a taste or preference thing not a quality thing.  To me, this is leaps and bounds better than ROL.  Way more dynamic. 

[MMJCOBRA]

Thank you so much posting   

[erwen11]

I'm loving this album. I wasn't the biggest fan of Regions Of... so my expectations were pretty minimal. Shame on me for underestimating Jim. I loved the Waterfall and may even like this more. I'm on my 5th or so listen and it gets deeper and more complex each time.

[LBSUNFLWR]

Just played for the first time. wow!

[Stevie]

That's so f.ucking cool!

[APR]

http://www.rollingstone.com/music/features/jim-james-on-happy-accident-solo-lp-new-my-morning-jacket-w447248

[The DARK]

So I think I've come to the conclusion that I enjoy Jim's solo albums more than any of My Morning Jacket's post-Z albums. Maybe that's just because I'm a soul junkie, but I can hear his musical vision so much more clearly here and on Regions. From the fascinating studies of a mostly forgotten production style to the lyrics that are a bit sharper and more honed, there's so much to come back to here.

A side note: Jim's gotten so much better at societal commentary and making danceable tunes over the years. Compare the lyrics of I'm Amazed and beat of Cobra to that of Here in Spirit and True Nature, respectively. It's quite a leap.

[Cameron]

it's growing on me for sure.  i was stupid to judge it from one stream listen.

[slappymoe]

after my first full listen, i love the groove and overall feel of the album, but not real keen on having jim whisper in my ear for 40 minutes. i'm sure there's a reason he chose to sing like that on nearly every track. i'll figure it out eventually.

[dookie shoot bandit]

Definitely took a few listens, for me, but.... I'm really diggin it.
Can't wait to see it live in Philly next week!

[oistheone]

Looking through these album credits is such a trip. The dude got Jim Keltner AAANNNDD Chris "Daddy" Dave on drums?! Are you kiddin' me?!?! No wonder it's so funky.

[dogwoody]

Looking through these album credits is such a trip. The dude got Jim Keltner AAANNNDD Chris "Daddy" Dave on drums?! Are you kiddin' me?!?! No wonder it's so funky.

Woah. I did not know this.

[slappymoe]

Jim Keltner has to be 1000 years old by now I know the name from his work with George Harrison back in the early 70's.

[justbcuzido]

Jim Keltner has to be 1000 years old by now I know the name from his work with George Harrison back in the early 70's.

He was everywhere in the early 70's and beyond. He has done work with every Beatle

[justbcuzido]

what a surprise, getting an Indie Variant through someone other than Wonderful Union is about $10 cheaper than Jim's site. Add in the outrageous shipping and it's a no brainer to not support WU.

http://www.amoeba.com/eternally-even-gold-vinyl-lp-jim-james/albums/3896883/

[Stevie]

Haha, someone is feeling the inspiration.  Awesome stuff, Mr. white!