The best band ever* released their new album, "GNV FLA", today. Sure, I can assume that not a single person reading this has ever heard of the Gainesville (Florida) band by the name of "Less Than Jake" but having been together for nearly two decades is quite the achievement in and of itself. Never mind the fact that during that span the pop-punk outfit has churned out 7 full length studio albums, 7 EPs, 10 live albums (including a live show from Minneapolis which I may have attended) and more vinyl-only releases than I can comprehend. sourceThe reason I am such a fan of Less Than Jake is that they have evolved as a band. Having listened to their tunes far too many times, I can hear the rawness that existed on their earlier recordings. They still have what could be categorized as a do-it-yourself flavor to their music but the newfound maturity is clearly displayed by watching some of their videos.
But don't just take my word for it. Check out the Less Than Jake website, hit up their show July 3rd at Minneapolis' own First Avenue (and their in-store appearance that same day at 5 PM at The Electric Fetus) and buy their new CD. I know I will!
*"Best Band Ever" claim may be used repeatedly and is not based on anything remotely scientific. If you don't buy Less Than Jake's new CD, GNV FLA, a fluff kitten will be eaten by an already overfed coyote.
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I always thought these guys were more ska than punk, but of course, such a fine line...
True story, one of my friends from high school published a ska zine and he printed one of my stories. That's right. My first published credit was in a ska zine.
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