Get the new FREE JFH MP3 compilation -- Vol. 14!
Get the new FREE JFH MP3 compilation -- Vol. 14!

JFH Music Review


Eleventyseven, Quota EP
CLICK COVER TO ENLARGE

Eleventyseven
Quota EP



Artist Info: Discography
Album length: 6 tracks: 18 minutes, 22 seconds
Street Date: March 29, 2011


After being signed with Flicker Records for their first two albums, And The Land Of Fake Believe and Galactic Conquest, the trio known as Eleventyseven went the independent route to produce Adventures In Eville. The band's development of their techno pop/punk continues to improve over each of their releases, but those familiar with the group's lyrics will tell you that the band isn't exactly known for their deep wisdom or theological truth. So what happens when the band puts their high school themed songs behind them in their Quota EP? Some of the material is clearly business as usual, but some of their lyrics may surprise you.

The foundation of Eleventyseven's sophomore, Galactic Conquest, was built on a heavy electronic influence while Adventures In Eville leaned less on the techno music. But the Quota EP incorporates the electronic base of Galactic Conquest and matches it seamlessly with Adventures of Eville's catchy pop rhythm, without the occasionally weak sounds that were sprinkled in their second album. The EP starts off strong with the fast paced "I Don't Want To Fall," which is admittedly a little forgettable but is still infectious with each succeeding listen. The tempo slows somewhat for the guitar-driven "College Girls," which may take a few spins for the listener to fully appreciate the smart and quirky tune. "Divers In A Hurricane" and "Book Of Secrets" are both clichéd, fun, dance-fueled, pop/rock songs which would be easy highlights on any of the band's previous projects.

The title track boasts of an uncommon Eleventyseven genre venture which could be described as similar to Jesus Freak Hideout's exclusive track "Cody's Song." The quirky tune has, dare I say, an intriguing ska influence which is upbeat, as well as catchy. For their final song, the group delivers an updated version of 1980's A-ha's "Take Me On," which is a refreshing techno pop cover of a truly painful song.

As I eluded to in the first paragraph, Eleventyseven does have some interesting post high school thoughts, but, before I get to those, I need to make it clear that this pop punk band hasn't changed their lyrics that much. When lead vocalist Matt Langston sings "I don't wanna fall in love again/It hurts too much" on "I Don't Want To Fall" it comes across as corny line rather than clever one. However, the singer on "Quota" reflects on his life away from home, the difficulties that real life entails, and the singer's resolve to not stay under the thumb of corporate management which comes out as more thoughtful than evil experiments in hidden lairs and authenticity on MySpace. "College Girls" is even better as the song urges young men to treat young women with respect knowing that they will one day become moms.

Overall, Eleventyseven seems to be coming into their own as they grow more comfortable with their style with each release. Although the Quota EP is hopefully only a prelude to a full-length album which isn't that far down the road, it's a solid release that is great fun and has a surprisingly high amount of replay value. Even though there isn't a whole lot of spiritual truth here, Eleventyseven's bits of wisdom are worth taking home along with the Quota EP.

- Review date: 5/25/11, written by Nathaniel Schexnayder of Jesusfreakhideout.com



(JFH Sponsor Spot)

Get the new FREE JFH MP3 compilation -- Vol. 14!

 

. Record Label: None
. Album length: 6 tracks: 18 minutes, 22 seconds
. Street Date: March 29, 2011
. Buy It: Amazon Music (MP3)

  1. Don't Want to Fall (3:22)
  2. College Girls (3:08)
  3. Divers In a Hurricane (3:09)
  4. Book of Secrets (2:38)
  5. Quota (2:51)
  6. Take On Me (3:14)

 

 

 


Leave A Comment! (Don't forget to be nice)
https://www.jesusfreakhideout.com/cdreviews/QuotaEP.asp" data-colorscheme="light" data-numposts="5" data-width="690">

 

 

go to main Album review page
go to Album review archive

 

 

                 
Get the new FREE JFH MP3 compilation -- Vol. 14!

Search JFH



This Friday, October 17, 2025
ALBUMS
ANTHNY DIARY ENTRY 1 [Provident]
AOH Music BEHOLD (Acoustic Live), Vol. 1 (independent)
Blanca Full Bloom [Curb]
Chris Blue Every Day Is Christmas [Gaither]
Geoff Moore and The Distance Foundations (Re-Release) [Girder]
Geoff Moore and The Distance A Place To Stand (Re-Release) [Girder]
Vince Gill 50 Years From Home: I Gave You Everything I Had - EP [UMG]
Nate Parrish Make Me A Mountain (independent)
Psallos The New and Better Way: Hymns of Hebrews (independent)
Anne Wilson Stars [Capitol CMG]
Megan Woods The Truth EP [Fair Trade]

SINGLES
Elevation Worship Jesus Be The Name - Single [Provident]
F'rael God's Wheel (ft. TRYBISHOP) - Single [Syntax]
Brandon Lake When A Cowboy Prays (Amazon Music Songline) - Single [Provident]
LEON Undefeated - Single [El Rescate Music]
No Vain Glory UNLEADED - Single [Syntax]
Park 7 The Hope Is On The Way - Single (independent)
Rave Jesus & Gracie Binion Need Your Love - Single [Provident]
REFVGE, Cyfë II & WAY? U P W A R D S ft. Bianca Silver & Josh LeCroy - Single [Syntax]
Rhymes In Harmony & MAYIA My Sister - Single [Syntax]
Rock City Worship Gravestone - Single [Capitol CMG]
Anton Scholl Born To Love You - Single [Near Kingdom]
Nathan Sheridan Don't Lose Hope - Single [WieRok]
SNT. VINCENT Feast of the Saints - Single [Syntax]
Vertical Kings Faith In Stereo - Single [Covenant]
Vic Lucas, Essence Natay & Ashleey Barnes Let it Rain - Single [Syntax]
Zane Vickery All Things New - Single (independent)
Aaron Williams Abide (feat. CAIN) - Single [Integrity]

DVD
Chris Blue Every Day Is Christmas DVD [Gaither]

Next Friday, October 24, 2025
ALBUMS
John Allan untitled EP [Centricity]
Dan Bremnes The Villain - EP [Curb]
Clear Convictions Endure [Resuscitation]
God Behind Bars Music Live From Angola Prison Vol. 1 [Provident]
Fepeste This World Ain't Mine to Change [Velvet Blue]
gio. FINE BY ME [Capitol CMG]
Brandon Lake Amazon Music Songline [Provident]
Tyson Motsenbocker Modern Worries [Tooth & Nail]
Smalltown Poets St. Augustine (independent)
Zahriya Zachary Rediscovery [Bethel]

SINGLES
29:11 Worship, Zion Rempel You Never Fail (feat. Emily Guy) - Single [DREAM]
Joe L Barnes Grief, Joy, Gratitude - Single [Provident]
Chad Cory, Zacardi Cortez My First Love (Remix) - Single [DREAM]
Leanna Crawford Beginning Of Your Grace - Single [Provident]
darthy Juniper Tree - Single [WieRok]
Emerson Day Midnight Hour - Single [Fair Trade]
Good Weather Forecast lows2highs - Single [DREAM]
Grace + Max Rich - Single [WieRok]
Mercy Tribe Music The King is in the Room (feat. Ayiesha Woods) - Single (independent)
Mountains in the Sea You Never Fail (feat. Emily Guy) - Single [DREAM]
Seph Schlueter Already On The Way (feat. Benjamin William Hastings) - Single [Provident]
Tomb Slayer The Christmas Lamb (feat. Khristian Dentley & Sarah Whittemore) - Single [Tomb Slayer]
The Undertaking! All Smiles - Single (independent)

VINYL
Clear Convictions Endure [Resuscitation]


For all release dates, click here!
 

Purchase Original Art Prints, Drawings, Stickers, Bookmarks and more from JFH's own John DiBiase!
Need proofreading and editing help? We've got you covered! Click here to learn more
Check out depositphotos for royalty free images