Ours is a GREAT band. I have been a fan since I saw them at the Cricket Club in Irvington N.J., back in 93' (so long ago). I was BLOWN AWAY by them the first, and every time I saw them play. They recorded at Boulevard Studios at the same time as my band, and I had the honor of talking with Jimmy Gnecco here and there. He's a brilliant musician and songwriter, and as far as I could tell, a great human being. It's great to see him working with producers like Lilywhite and Rubin; what a dream come true.
Mercy is a step in the ongoing evolution of this band, and it is highly recommended listening. The title song draws from a tune "Ours" from their true first album/demo called "Sour", older fans most certainly heard it and recognized it. (I really hope they remix and release that old stuff.) My favs on this record are "Willing" and "The Worst Things Beautiful".
Ours music is moving, sincere, intense and POWERFUL. Jimmy is a frontman who's performances are incredibly POTENT.
I wish these guys a long and fruitful career.
-Vin