For years I heard talk of the band named My Morning Jacket, but not once did I hear about the kind of music they make. It wasn't until Bonnaroo 2010 that I began to realize how people idolize Jim James, and the next year that I picked up their latest record, "Circuital", which, by the way, was on my Top 10 List of 2011.
I had done a little online research, and after hearing the triumphant "Victory Dance" segwey into the epic title track, I was sold.
Music discovery often requires you to do your own legwork, but I wish someone who gave a damn about MMJ had explained to me what they're all about. In the end it's up to you to interpret, but that can leave many bands misunderstood for too long.
Take their name for example, you often hear people emphasizing the last word in their name, "Jacket", but the word jacket's a little rough, a little harsh. It leaves me feeling like they're some indie rock band or something - but they're not at all!
These guys create timeless music.
I say we oughtta try putting the emphasis on "Morning", a much sweeter, lighter word that gives you a better feel for their tone. Now, it's a jacket you wear in the morning, what a sentimental idea...
On a related note, Jim James recently announced his first solo album is complete and will be released sometime next year.
By the way, this isn't coming out of nowhere, I just picked up their album "Evil Urges" and it's fantastic! More to come on that later.
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