Single Review
Eels – My Timing Is Off/Fresh BloodEels – My Timing Is Off/Fresh Blood

“The Timing Is Off” really epitomises Eels style, and proves that not only they can still do it, but also that it's a timeless sound that we'll always have a place for in our hearts. You just can't fault something that isn't setting out to achieve anything ambitious in the first place. Gentle melodic clean guitar plucks beneath the classic soft croaky tone of Mr E. The pace is held with a steady modern crisp beat, and all in all, we've got a winner. It's really impressive; if you're a fan of Eels then you're going to be extremely happy with this. And even if you don't like them, think that some of their material is a little wishy-washy and off-centre for your liking, whatever your criticism; this is not the same. In fact, I'd go as far to say it's impossible not to like. Bold statement, but there it is, kids.

“Fresh Blood” is a bit more wonky as opposed to soft melodies, but that doesn't mean it's bad, wait, wait. Vocals aside, which are very Moby, and instrumental track sounds like some modern post-party intellectual chillout. It oozes DJ Shadow from the hard hitting beat, to the quivering sweeping synths and other samples. This is more unlike Eels than I've ever heard, but it's beautiful.

I never thought Eels could excite me so much. That sounds a bit wrong. What I mean is... oh forget it, I love Eels.

5/5

Review by Thom
 Band Members
Eels - Band
E
The Chet
Koool G Murder
Knuckles
 Track Listing
1. Myt Timing Is Off
2. Fresh Blood
 Band Related Links
Eels Myspace
Eels Official Website
 Review Score Code
- Top Cheese
- Brilliant
- Pretty damn good
- Ok I guess
- What Was That?