New Music Tuesday

New music out today worth checking out:

• Joseph Arthur - The Ballad Of Boogie Christ
• Bob Schneider - Burden Of Proof
• Jimmy Eat World - Damage
• Naia Kete - Fire Breather

CD REVIEW: Various Artists "Yo Gabba Gabba: Music Is Awesome, Vol. 2"

Back with their second installment, the gang at Yo Gabba Gabba has put together another great collection of original tunes by the cast and their "Super Music Friends." This time Weezer, Jimmy Eat World, Hot Hot Heat, and MGMT add their spin to some new kids tunes, and kids will recognize more of their favorite cast singalongs. Long car rides, trips to the doctor, and rainy afternoons inside will all get a huge relief with the broadcasting of this album, and kids will fall in love with some great indie rock bands in the process. Mom and dad can rest assured they won't be pulling their hair out while their children enjoy some music time with this CD.

CD REVIEW: Jimmy Eat World "Invented"

After having been thrust in to the limelight after their critically acclaimed self titled album (aka "Bleed American"), Jimmy Eat World have been a mainstay atop the alternative rock charts with each album since. Their newest has them back at the top again, spearheaded by the single "My Best Theory" which is classic Jimmy Eat World. However, the album is not so classic, as it has the band branching out to a more lyrical approach and less in your face rock and roll. Many of the songs are emotional and heartfelt, and an instant connection to the pain and joy of the singer can be felt throughout. The most surprising song of the album leads it off, as the band breaks into an acoustic guitar driven rocker called "Heart Is Hard To Find." The album finds itself mimicking and drawing comparisons to Death Cab For Cutie and Dashboard Confessional, which is excellent company to be in. The entire album shows the growth and maturity of the entire band and the music they create, which these days is hard to find.

New Release Tuesday

New music out today worth checking out:

• Ben Folds - Lonely Avenue
• Jesse Harris - Cosmo
• Ingram Hill - Look Your Best
• Jimmy Eat World - Invited
• Pete Yorn - Pete Yorn