See the Light (Less Than Jake album)
| See the Light | ||||
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| Studio album by Less Than Jake | ||||
| Released | November 12, 2013 | |||
| Recorded | The Moathouse[1] | |||
| Genre | Ska punk, punk rock | |||
| Length | 36:35 | |||
| Label | Fat Wreck Chords | |||
| Producer | Roger Lima[1] | |||
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See the Light is the eighth studio album by American ska punk band Less Than Jake, released on November 12, 2013.[1][2][3] as CD, LP and digital download.
Writing and recording
Regarding the album, guitarist and vocalist Chris DeMakes said: "See the Light is pure Less Than Jake. 13 songs that were written, recorded and produced in our hometown of Gainesville, Florida. You never know what people are going to think when you release new music. All you can do is what comes from your heart and we feel like we have accomplished what we set out to do with these new songs. Hopefully our fans will feel the same passion for this album as we do."[2] Bassist and vocalist Roger Lima added: "[this album]'s all new songs and new vibes, only recorded in our old school way."[2]
Promotion and release
The album release was supported by a North American tour, and the band is also planning some shows in Canada, Southeastern United States, Japan, Brazil and the United Kingdom.[4] "Do the Math" was released to radio on June 2, 2014.[5]
Track listing
| No. | Title | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Good Enough" | 2:50 |
| 2. | "My Money is on the Long Shot" | 2:55 |
| 3. | "Jump" | 3:01 |
| 4. | "The Loudest Songs" | 2:28 |
| 5. | "Do the Math" | 3:17 |
| 6. | "Bless the Cracks" | 3:18 |
| 7. | "John the Baptist Bones" | 2:30 |
| 8. | "American Idle" | 3:28 |
| 9. | "The Troubles" | 2:25 |
| 10. | "Give Me Something to Believe In" | 2:45 |
| 11. | "Sunstroke" | 3:09 |
| 12. | "A Short History Lesson" | 1:50 |
| 13. | "Weekends All Year Long" | 2:43 |
Charts
| Chart (2013) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| US Billboard 200[6] | 154 |
| US Top Rock Albums (Billboard)[7] | 33 |
| US Top Alternative Albums (Billboard)[8] | 21 |
| US Independent Albums (Billboard)[9] | 24 |
Personnel
- Band
- Chris DeMakes - vocals, guitar
- Roger Manganelli - vocals, bass guitar
- Peter "JR" Wasilewski - tenor saxophone, vocals
- Buddy Schaub - tenor trombone
- Vinnie Fiorello - drums
References
- 1 2 3 "Less Than Jake Announce New Album 'See The Light'". Rock Sound. 9 August 2013. Retrieved 9 August 2013.
- 1 2 3 "Less Than Jake See the Light!". Fat Wreck Chords. 9 August 2013. Retrieved 9 August 2013.
- ↑ Mendyuk, Bridjet (9 August 2013). "Less Than Jake announce new album "See The Light"". Alternative Press. Alternative Press Magazine, Inc. Retrieved 9 August 2013.
- ↑ "Less Than Jake Tour Dates". Fat Wreck Chords. 9 August 2013. Retrieved 9 August 2013.
- ↑ "FMQB Airplay Archive: SubModern Rock". Friday Morning Quarterback Album Report, Incorporated. Retrieved October 31, 2016.
- ↑ "Less Than Jake – Chart history" Billboard 200 for Less Than Jake. Retrieved November 19, 2013.
- ↑ "Less Than Jake – Chart history" Billboard Top Rock Albums for Less Than Jake. Retrieved November 19, 2013.
- ↑ "Less Than Jake – Chart history" Billboard Top Alternative Albums for Less Than Jake. Retrieved November 19, 2013.
- ↑ "Less Than Jake – Chart history" Billboard Independent Albums for Less Than Jake. Retrieved November 19, 2013.
External links
- See the Light at YouTube (streamed copy where licensed)