Holy shit.. earthlings is very very GOOD

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  • We All Believe
    We All Believe Eastchester, NY Posts: 912
    After the first couple of listens, I'm not a fan. Hoping it grows on me, not sure if it will.
    May your days be long, til kingdom come.
  • igotid88
    igotid88 Posts: 28,776
    OceansJenny said:
    2-feign-reluctance said:
    Just informed there is an Atmos mix on Apple Music people. 
    Nice! Same version as the iTunes download I wonder?
    I think all new releases will be Atmos mixed. Apple is in the process making their library Atmos 
    I miss igotid88
  • THEBIBLEISTEN
    THEBIBLEISTEN Posts: 2,023
    Lots of negative Nancy’s on here. Complain complain complain. Kind of to be expected but these people always complain about everything. It’s a cool record, it’s not Pearl Jam people. I think there is something for everyone on this record. I’m excited to have something new to listen to. Great start to a Friday 
  • JimmyV
    JimmyV Boston's MetroWest Posts: 19,613
    None of the singles grabbed me and and after one full listen neither did anything else. I really want to like this but...eh so far.
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  • lastexitlondon
    lastexitlondon Posts: 15,026
    I dont think peoples opinions is complaining  . I don't  care if its good or bad.


    this song is meant to be called i got shit,itshould be called i got shit tickets-hartford 06 -
  • mcgruff10
    mcgruff10 New Jersey Posts: 29,192
    Invincible reminds me of a Coldplay song.  
    I'll ride the wave where it takes me......
  • mcgruff10
    mcgruff10 New Jersey Posts: 29,192
    lastexitlondon said:
    mcgruff10 said:
    SVRDhand13 said:
    lastexitlondon said:
    Its  a no thank you from me. @mcgruff10 this is right  up your  street
    He’s going to hate this album, isn’t he? Lol 
    I ll be nice; from what I ve heard I m glad I didn’t see him live last week.  Not my cup of tea. Very dad rock to me.  Ed and Elton John doing a duet?  Ugh ugh.  Ok
    Itw is still my favorite Ed album.  
    This is a rare day
     Me and @mcgruff10 agree
    Ha ha. Love it!
    I'll ride the wave where it takes me......
  • RE658041
    RE658041 Sweden Posts: 410
    edited February 2022
    Invincible-the best song

    Brother the Cloud and Good and Evil good too. And The Haves good.
    Long Way-boring
    Picture-i think old ladies will like that one. Im not an old lady.

    I never complain.
    Post edited by RE658041 on
  • CROJAM95
    CROJAM95 NEW YORK Posts: 11,189
    Rough room

    It’s all good… your entitled 

  • nicknyr15
    nicknyr15 Posts: 9,445
    THEBIBLEISTEN said:
    Lots of negative Nancy’s on here. Complain complain complain. Kind of to be expected but these people always complain about everything. It’s a cool record, it’s not Pearl Jam people. I think there is something for everyone on this record. I’m excited to have something new to listen to. Great start to a Friday 
    Right on time. 
  • SVRDhand13
    SVRDhand13 Posts: 27,022
    lastexitlondon said:
    I dont think peoples opinions is complaining  . I don't  care if its good or bad.
    You’re right. Music is critiqued. It’s been that way for ages. 
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  • CantKeepmedown
    CantKeepmedown Portland, Maine Posts: 3,128
    edited February 2022
    Better than Ukulele Songs but not as good as Into the Wild. At least for now.  Look forward to listening to it some more

    And I feel comfortable about my choice to not pay $450 for a pair of tickets to see him play most of it live. Even if there are covers and PJ songs included. 
    Post edited by CantKeepmedown on
  • shetellsherself
    shetellsherself New Jersey Posts: 8,835
    I love it and I’m really grateful that he’s clearly having a great time playing these songs and that I got to see them twice.  I needed the joy of new music so badly and the 2 shows I attended will be treasured.  I’ll be playing Earthling on repeat.  
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  • mcgruff10
    mcgruff10 New Jersey Posts: 29,192
    Being serious here, "on my way" is freaking brilliant, reminds me of a Beatles song.  I absolutely love it, ed's voice is perfect.  I could see them jamming the shit out of this.  I'm guessing that's ed's dad in the beginning of the song?  If so that must have been really emotional to record that one.  
    I'll ride the wave where it takes me......
  • susannj
    susannj Posts: 694
    Only listened to the album once and totally agree it is a great album. Going to listen to it again in a little bit. Love it!
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  • cincybearcat
    cincybearcat Posts: 16,962
    mcgruff10 said:
    Being serious here, "on my way" is freaking brilliant, reminds me of a Beatles song.  I absolutely love it, ed's voice is perfect.  I could see them jamming the shit out of this.  I'm guessing that's ed's dad in the beginning of the song?  If so that must have been really emotional to record that one.  
    Agree.  I love that one.  
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  • bigbiggzy
    bigbiggzy Posts: 844
    I’m loving it….been soaking it all in since midnight last night.  Lots to take in…

    Def hear some of the influences…Invincible feels like Peter Gabriel and Talking Heads (among others, no doubt).  Really like how playful “Echo Victor” is in this one.  Lyrically - it might be fairly simple and straightforward, but it doesn’t have to be complex to be compelling (my .02).  There’s something about that chorus, man…

    There are def moments throughout the whole album that surprise, inspire, and reach you...  Grateful to have this.  

    Thank you, EV and Earthlings!  (And thank you for Newark!!)

    Can’t wait for Stone and PS2!!  It’s like Christmas in Feb.  Enjoy it, kids. 😉
  • cincybearcat
    cincybearcat Posts: 16,962
    Spiritual_Chaos said:
    Invincible sounds like The Killers or some of those newer "making rock anthems" type bands. Unimaginative chorus that verge on cringy. 

    Good and Evil is fun. 

    Rose of Jericho too.
    I like Invincible after the cringeworthy beginning.  Reminds me of all those pop divas that talk about their song before they start signing......

    But that's just my initial impression...I'll probably get used to it and won't think about it 
    hippiemom = goodness
  • Gern Blansten
    Gern Blansten Mar-A-Lago Posts: 22,731
    I'm listening to the track by track on Sirius...my opinions of course

    Invincible: Starts off a little strange but decent song. Probably better live than studio.
    Power of Right: Starts great...love it. Should have been a PJ song. I could do without the clapping.
    Long Way: No...not interested. I love that he loves it enough to write it though.
    Brother the Cloud: Good song...reminds me of Swallowed Whole. Could have been PJ. I don't care a lot for the bridge.
    Fallout Today: It's ok
    The Dark: Another ok song.
    The Haves: No...but I don't like any slow tunes. I can see why some people like it but it makes me want to jump out a window
    Good and Evil: Yeah...kick ass. Should have been PJ. QOTSA vibe big time with that riff.
    Rose of Jericho: I like the tempo...love the riff. 
    Try: I'll try to like this but I can't. That harmonica is irritating
    Picture: Ok...nice to collaborate
    Mrs Mills: Ok...another nice collaboration with one of the GOATs. Tries a little too much to sound like the Beatles
    On my Way: meh

    Not a bad album. I would have a lot of skips but I really love a few of the songs


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  • Cropduster-80
    Cropduster-80 Posts: 2,034
    I’m glad it’s getting mostly a positive reception.  I’m waiting until the fresh pressed vinyl arrives to listen.  I’ve only heard the first two singles so far 

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