I will never understand why Gratitude were not absolutely huge. Considering the band was rumored to have gotten a million dollar advance, you would think Atlantic would have actually chosen to promote them. What can you say? Major labels are dumb.
The band’s one and only record, 2005’s Self-Titled affair, was absolutely huge in every aspect: production, melodies and the incredibly indulgent vocals of Jonah Matranga (Far, Onelinedrawing, New End Original). Despite the cheese factor that comes into play at times, Gratitude succeeded in writing a simple and honest record. Obvious Jimmy Eat World influences abound but the band kept a remarkable distance from the trends otherwise. The band also included ex-Crumb (another great band!) guitarist Mark Weinberg, bassist Bob Lindsey, guitarist Jeremy Tappero, and drummer Dave Jarnstrom. Lindsey, Tappero and Jarnstrom are all in Attention now.
Gratitude “This Is The Part”
