I wish it weren’t the case but, it’s not everyday that I get a CD for review that I can just pop in and comfortably listen to from beginning to end. There is usually a song or two that I just can’t force myself to get through. Not at all the case with Jed. Every track is enjoyable and was pretty easy for me to listen to from start to finish.
Jed has a pleasantly varied, mix of 14 tracks that are very well written and brilliantly performed songs by these clearly superb musicians. Most of the songs display a lot of the kind emotion that makes for a really great listen. Seemingly drawing from what I can only imagine are their own real life experiences. At different points touching on the most real emotions of love, and the pain of failed relationships can certainly be heard.
Jed is a first rate CD, delivering a little something for everyone. I give it two thumbs up. It’s quite simply great listening. A must buy if you're even mildly into Rock music.
While this entire album is outstanding the truly standout tunes are track 4 - 7th Of Last Month, track 7 - Down On The Corner, and track 14 - James Dean.
My Bonus Pick, and the one that got Sore [...as in "Stuck On REpeat"] is track 1 - Out Of Sight. Great track!
Jed Release Notes:
Goo Goo Dolls originally released Jed on February 22, 1994 on the Metal Blade label.
CD Track List Follows:
1. Out Of Sight 2. Up Yours 3. No Way Out 4. 7th Of Last Month 5. Love Dolls 6. Sex Maggot 7. Down On The Corner 8. Had Enough 9. Road To Salinas 10. Em Elbmuh 11. Misfortune 12. Artie 13. Gimme Shelter 14. James Dean