Jack Johnson - On And On
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Music Reviews of On And On
Music Review: Why Stop A Good Thing?
Rating: 5 Stars
Jack Johnson never misses a beat on his follow-up album "On And On." Much anticipated after his debut "Brushfire Fairytales," the new album stays true to the slow, smooth, catchy, Bob Marley-esque, style that warmed the hearts of millions of fans. Although you won't find much experimentation on this album (partly because Jack wrote many of the songs in the same period he did for Brushfire), the entire album is solid and plays nicely the entire way though. I will add that Jack has really polished his sound in the last two years, and "On And On" flows much more smoothly than Brusfire (if that's even possible!!)
The best thing about the new album is the fact that Jack has proved he can build a legacy of rock-solid laid-back acoustic guitar blues rock sweetened by heart-warming lyrics for years to come!
If you liked the first album, this one's a no-brainer. And if you haven't heard of Jack Johnson before...Where Have You Been?? Buy this CD immediately!!
Music Review: Brushfire fairytales take 2
Rating: 4 Stars
Another great album from Jack who is showing that he has really found a niche in the market. His laidback acoustic sounds are perfect for a quiet night when you want to kick back and relax. The studio versions of some of his live favourites have been taken down a peg or two in the tempo department and in my opinion could have added an interesting contrast to the ultimately 'slow' feeling to the album especially 'holes to heaven'. For Jack fans, the songs are more of what we want, for those who haven't heard him, this album is sure to place him on the musical map, and for those of you who didn't like the seemingly repetitive songs and slow pace of brushfire fairytales, well just don't listen to this because it's more of the same. The only dissapointment was the relatively short length of the songs mostly around 2:40/3:00 mark.
highlights include Horizon Has Been Defeated, Times Like These
Rodeo Clowns, Taylor and gone.
Music Review: On and On by Jack Johnson
Rating: 3 Stars
Hawaiann born surfer/musician Jack Johnson had a great deal of success with the release of his debut album, Brushfire Fairytales, based strictly on word of mouth. Now his sophomore album, On & On, is doing the exact same thing. With mellow & thought provoking songs over acoustic guitar backdrops, this is definetly a work of art not to be missed.The best song is easily "Tomorrow Morning", but other must listens include "The Horizon Has Been Defeated", "Dreams be Dreams", "Times like these" & "Cupid". Johnson's unique approach in thought and musical direction is very admirable, and his attack on our corrupt society comes off fantastically on "Cookie Jar".
The only problem with this disc, is that the songs sound very much alike, especially the background music. He never raises his voice above a soft whisper, but I guess thats for the dramatic effect of the album. You would be foolish to pass on this release, I highly recommed it.
Music Review: I can go on and on about it
Rating: 5 Stars
Jack Johnson is known for his mix of a soft and smooth like silk voice and acoustic sounds. I am a college student and most college students are burying their heads into finely printed text books, if not partying and goofing off. I was looking for something easy to listen to and study at the same time which is why I was tempted to buy Jack Johnson's latest cd. I sat in the nearest Starbucks, put on my earphones, and opened my textbook. To my surprise I was able to achieve my goal of doing my reading for my next day of classes. When was the last time you were able to sail through your homework without being distracted of the overloaded beats in some of your other music? Listening to this cd made me picture a laid back drive around the island with top down and the sun on my shoulders. This cd actually gave me an incentive to do my homework. His smooth sound will keep you pressing the replay button on your cd, I promise!Music Review: On and On is an essential cd
Rating: 5 Stars
Jack Johnson is best friends with the Malloys, Kelly Slater, Rob Machado, and tons of other surfing greats. And being a wonderful surfer himself, he knows exactly the feeling that overwhelms you when you are surfing at a beautiful break, with a warm, clean breeze and setting sunlight brushing the surface of the glassy, clear, warm water, and every now and then the perfect swell comes, rising and tipping, barrelling. He knows that you can't be out there without friends, either. He's surfed with Ben Harper and many of the great surfers and he has made beautiful surfing films. Being a Hawaiian, he knows the great connection between the ocean, man, surfing, and friendships. In this cd his life-loving voice shines through resonating with his personal view of the meaning of life. They're all good, but Times Like These, The Horizon Has Been Defeated, Taylor, Wasting Time, and Mediocre Bad Guys (really, really good) are amazing.