Jesse Welles "Masks Off" RSD Essential Due 2026-02-17 " And while the album

" And while the album begins and ends with two massively catchy pop tracks-the brightly defiant "Not That Kind

" Their quadruple-platinum 2000 debut The Sickness formally announced their arrival as hard rock leaders

The GIMMIES are set to breathe new life into this almost forgotten genre

who had replaced Simon Scott on drums

Describing the album

Jesse Welles "Masks Off" RSD Essential Due 2026-02-17 " And while the albumMasks Off is a politically charged, guitar heavy folk rock set that reaffirms Jesse Welles role as a vocal critic of modern power structures. Its less about innovation and more about executiondelivering sharp, memorable songs that resonate with his core audience. Fans of protest folk and socially conscious songwriting will find much to appreciate, though purists may expect more stylistic experimentation.