New York City power trio, The 101, are back with what is hands down their best record to date. Featuring members of the defunct but forever legendary bands Antarctica and Christie Front Drive, The 101 continues with the passion, beauty, and creativity where their previous bands left off. Numbers is an album inspired by near death experiences, as guitarist / vocalist Eric Richter found him-self hospitalized from a blood-clot in his heart, almost ending his short life, but leaving him with the inspiration to write an album full of heady and powerful music. Few bands in this genre are able to match the intensity and beauty The 101 offer. Contemporary and like-minded musicians (and friends) such as Jimmy Eat World and Rainer Maria, and their fans, will undoubtedly be pleased with "Numbers" as it tugs at the heart-strings and brings its listener on a personal journey of self-discovery and inspiration.