REVIEW: MXPX “Let It Happen Deluxe Edition” (JFH)

There is a point in every band’s career when they need to sit back and reflect on their journey so far. This may happen for many different reasons, but nevertheless, it is an important stage that a successful group needs to go through in order to stay focused on why they do what they do. For MxPx, that time is now. As a band that has accomplished so much in their career, November 21st marked the release of their second B-sides and rarities collection in the period of only a month. This time, MxPx teamed up with their former label, Tooth & Nail Records, to re-release Let it Happen, a 32 song epic originally released in 1998. The album marked a new direction for the band as they worked with their old producer, industry veteran Aaron Sprinkle, and teamed up with Tooth & Nail for the re-release, despite the history of conflict between the two. Packaged with the album are 3 brand new songs, pictures from their 14 year career, and every music video that they have ever made. When an album considered “generous” these days features only 14 tracks, Let it Happen is truly a great buy. […read more]

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