Throughout, there are echoes of classic 1980s bands, particularly U2. "Boys (Lesson One)" features cut-and-pasted drum `n' bass-style rhythms and a gentle vocal reminiscent of Death Cab for Cutie's Ben Gibbard, while "Heaven" is all wailing Duran Duran-style dance-club fire.
Jars of Clay have been making music since early 1990's they always seem to put out quality albums. This is some very good music. I highly recommend this 2009 lp.