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Sort by: Rating | Release Date | Rating Date | Name4.0 excellentJack's Mannequin The Glass PassengerJack’s Mannequin became in instant success when their 2005 debut, Everything in Transit, but the glory would be short lived as front man Andrew McMahon was diagnosed with leukemia. Transit is fueled by the fire and emotion of McMahon’s breakup with a long-time girlfriend and he now displays his fight for survival on the piano rock band’s second album, The Glass Passenger. “The Resolution” tells the story of McMahon’s diagnosis with elegant piano notes and invigorating percussions as he sings; “For that moment it just froze/And I felt sick and so alone.” With an explosion of vocals and life McMahon reveals his soul when he asks for answers in the refrain; “Yeah I just need life/I’ll be lying in the dark/As I search for the resolution.” It gives strength and reason to those who have the dimmest of light ahead of them. “Caves” takes you down the path of McMahon who lies near death in a hospital bed while fighting for his life as he slips in and out of consciousness. The song starts with a slow and steady saunter against the backdrop of a piano melody that eventually bursts free with life and a chorus of guitars. The lyrics evoke a frightening sight that many can relate to; “We’re not gonna lie/Son, you just might die/Get you on that morphine drip.” The Glass Passenger is an album that transcends others in its genre due to McMahon’s honesty. It is a testament to the power and strength of the human spirit and will bring strength to anyone who goes through.
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