| 1 | Lucky Denver Mint | 3:51 |
| 2 | For Me This Is Heaven | 4:02 |
| 3 | Your New Aesthetic (Demo) | 3:23 |
| 4 | Softer | 4:09 |
| 5 | Roller Queen | 6:43 |
Jimmy Eat World – Self-Titled (Fueled By Ramen, 1999)
Capture a pivotal moment in alternative rock history with this essential 1998/1999 self-titled EP. Released via the burgeoning Fueled By Ramen label, this five-song collection served as a vital teaser for the band’s landmark album, Clarity. It showcases a band evolving beyond their initial punk roots into a more sophisticated, atmospheric emo-pop sound.
The EP is anchored by the standout track "Lucky Denver Mint," a song defined by its "sun-riffed" melodies and sweet harmonies that eventually found mainstream success on the Never Been Kissed movie soundtrack. Throughout the release, Jim Adkins delivers soarng, emotionally charged vocals backed by a constant, propulsive guitar rhythm that balances fierce intensity with soothing, beautiful passages.
Release Highlights:
- Genre: Emo-pop, Indie Rock
- Key Track: "Lucky Denver Mint"
- Significance: A rare bridge between the band's early indie days and their major-label breakthrough on Capitol Records.
- Vibe: Introspective, smart lyrics paired with high-energy youthful vigor and creative promise.
Perfect for collectors and fans of Braid or The Get Up Kids, this EP remains a definitive statement of the late-'90s emotional rock scene.
