It isn’t everyday that you open your inbox and see an e-mail from a band that is not hip-hop/rap based, so when The Jim Ivins Band contacted me, I had to check them out for myself. I am a big rock and pop fan, and I even dig folk music. The E.P. I was sent consists of a total of five tracks, all of which currently have a play count of five or higher on my iTunes library (which is insane number because I have 14,000+ songs and I normally jump between genres and musicians). The only thing I didn’t like about the E.P. was the album artwork, but heck, that’s a sacrifice one has to deal with in order to enjoy good music! The band consists of Jim Ivins – Lead Vocals/Guitars, Drew Martin – Guitar/backing vocals, Bobby Gary – Bass/backing vocals, and Jack Ivins – Drums. LOOK OUT BELOW for the breakdown on each track and see what we give the E.P.!
Fall Flat:
One of my personal favorites on the E.P., “Fall Flat” really just blew me away. The vocals are really great and the instruments on this one (as some hip-hop heads say), “goes hard”. Check out this track on their MySpace, I promise you that it won’t be a let down!
Back To Reality:
The best song on the E.P. by far! I am sure they get this a lot, but the overall track is an A+. I don’t know who created this bad boy, but whoever did needs to pat themselves on the back! This song is a must get, so buy it today or check it out on their MySpace, this one currently has 25 plays on my iTunes library!
The Chance:
Let’s slow it down a bit, shall we? Haha, “The Chance” is a song that is just something to vibe with and rock to in the car or around the house. It is something that has grown on me as time has gone on. Ivins voice really excells on this track, and it is a dope song, definitely worth checking out!
Every Day’s Another Goodbye:
Kick it acoustic on this one! One of my favorite things to see from a band is the ability to play electric instruments and acoustic instruments. This one, had I had the E.P. before I put out my “SoSickWitItYo’s College Cool Down Playlist” would have for sure been featured on it. Check it out if ya like mellow/acoustic music!
How To Hold On:
Another acoustic track, and why not? This band definitely knows how to do work when it comes to making solid music. Another track that would have been featured in the “Cool Down” playlist. If there is a Part 6, be on the lookout for “Every Day’s Another Goodbye” and “How To Hold On”. Solid track, check it out on their MySpace, which you can find below!
So there you have it, my take on the E.P. Overall, a really solid project and worth looking at on the iTunes Store and on Amazon! I give this E.P. an A and if you don’t pick it up then you are just being silly! The E.P. was dynamite and if ya dig rock music, then it is something you should check out STAT!
Check Out The Jim Ivins Band On MySpace Now!!!
