Good Monsters
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Good Monsters is Jars of Clay's eight studio album released September 5, 2006 under Essential Records. Backstage at the 2006 GMA Awards, the band called it their first ever rock record.
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About
Jars of Clay, one of Christian rock's most enduring artists, strikes another remarkable release in the name of Good Monsters. The album contains eleven original tracks and a remake of Julie Millers "All My Tears." The album is indeed edged to a more solid rock, which is evident in the track "Work." It's a combination of how we've come to know the band as well, from southern rock, to folk-country ("There is a River") and ballady ("Even Angels Cry"). The band also had guest appearances including singer/songwriter Kate York ("Even Angels Cry"), former Sixpence None the Richer's Leigh Nash ("Mirrors & Smoke") and the African Children's Choir ("Light Gives Heat").
Good Monsters landed on number one spot at Christian Music Today's Best Albums of 2006. CCM Magazine likewise awarded Good Monsters its "Album of the Year" award and its first "A+" rating in several years. The magazine called the record the most profound album the Christian music community has released in years.
Tracks
| Track | Title | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | "Work" | 3:53 |
| 2 | "Dead Man (Carry Me)" | 3:20 |
| 3 | "All My Tears" | 3:45 |
| 4 | "Even Angels Cry" | 4:22 |
| 5 | "There Is A River" | 3:51 |
| 6 | "Good Monsters" | 4:05 |
| 7 | "Oh My God" | 6:06 |
| 8 | "Surprise" | 3:50 |
| 9 | "Take Me Higher" | 4:40 |
| 10 | "Mirrors & Smoke" | 3:58 |
| 11 | "Light Gives Heat" | 4:42 |
| 11 | "Water Under The Bridge" | 3:58 |
Awards & Certifications
Certifications
| Year | Album | The Billboard 200 Chart Position | RIAA Certification |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Good Monsters | 58 | TBD |
| 2005 | Redemption Songs | 71 | Gold |
| 2003 | Furthermore, From the Studio, From the Stage | 64 | Gold |
| 2003 | Who We Are Instead | 103 | Gold |
| 2002 | The Eleventh Hour | 28 | Gold |
| 1999 | If I Left the Zoo | 44 | Platinum |
| 1997 | Much Afraid | 8 | 2x Platinum |
| 1995 | Jars of Clay | 46 | 3x Platinum |
| 1995 | Drummer Boy | 101 | Gold |
Credits
Performance Credits
Jars of Clay Primary Artist
Leigh Nash Vocals
Ashley Cleveland Vocals
Rosemary Butler Vocals
Kim Fleming Vocals
Kate York Vocals
John Catchings Cello
Kris Wilkinson Viola
Jennifer Kummer French Horn
Ned Henry Violin
Aaron Sands Bass
Jeremy Lutito Drums
Technical Credits
Richard Dodd Mastering
Jars of Clay Producer, Art Direction
Terry Hemmings Executive Producer
Christopher Davis Horn Arrangements, String Arrangements
Tim Parker Art Direction
Mitch Dane Engineer
Jonathan Richter Art Direction, Cover Design
Trivia
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Reviews
Good Monsters displays how Jars of Clay have grown remarkably in their journey of more than a decade in music. The forceful lyrics that pronounce reality and sheer honesty speaks to every listening ear, not just to a particular audience. That gives the album more impact on listeners and reviewers alike. -jamie
