CD-Charts Position 1
Average Rating:

.

On and On

by: Jack Johnson

Release Date June 30, 2003
I bought this recently being a newish fan of Jack Johnson (yes I admit, I'd only heard of him when In Between Dreams came out) but this album pushes that to one side and offers far more songs that are each original, relaxing and catchy. It doesn't have the grabbers like In Between Dreams's 'Sitting, Waiting, Wishing' or 'Better Together' but it does have far more of an uncommercial tone about it which is what I think is attracting more people to buy the less known albums now.

I'd highly recommend it if your just looking for something nice to chill out with that's very well written.

CD-Charts Position 2
Average Rating:

.

Brushfire Fairytales

by: Jack Johnson

Release Date October 14, 2002
I'm a big fan of acoustic-based singer/songwriter stuff, so I thought I might like Jack Johnson too. And at first I did. His music is laid back, quite catchy, softly sung, undemanding. Anybody would like it, I guess. But after a while I started to find this CD a bit annoying. When you listen over and over to something really good, it reveals things you didn't see the first few times you played it. But all that's revealed here is a rather `lite' and one-dimensional approach to songwriting and arranging. Lyrics that sound cute at first soon sound empty. It's okay on whimsical songs like `Sexy Plexi', but when he tries to be more serious it doesn't hit the mark. And you may soon tire, as I did, of the crack of the drum that accompanies every song, ... Read More:

CD-Charts Position 3
Average Rating:

.

Sleep Through The Static

by: Jack Johnson

Release Date February 04, 2008
I'll get straight to the point here: very, very boring and samey. Ordinary to the max. Die-hard JJ lovers will probably lap it up, but others - myself included - who expected something a little more hype-worthy and out-of-the-ordinary, will be left with a kind of blank "Oh, so that's it" expression on their faces if they didn't pay for it, and a sour taste in their mouths if they did. Try before you buy.

CD-Charts Position 4
Average Rating:

.

Curious George

by: Various Artists

Release Date February 06, 2006
The laid-back Hawaiian former pro-surfer returns with a soundtrack to the Curious George movie and, from the start, you can tell that this is a perfect accompaniment music for a wide-eyed perpetually puzzled cartoon character. However, for anybody who has enjoyed Jack's previous albums, this album can be enjoyed as a stand-alone listening experience - all you have to do is relax and groove to Jack's twisty, bluesy guitar and be de-stressed by his soothing vocals. The first track, Upside Down is a classic, upbeat, catchy Jack Johnson track which could have easily featured on In Between Dreams - as could the majority of this collection. The White Stripes are covered here in the form of the delightful We're Going To Be Friends and Jack gives his own ... Read More:

CD-Charts Position 5
Average Rating:

.

Corinne Bailey Rae

by: Corinne Bailey Rae

Release Date February 27, 2006
I love this album and neve get bored of listening to it. Each time I do listen I enjoy it more and more. The songs are infectious and it is hard not to relate to the lyrics.

CD-Charts Position 6
Average Rating:

.

Hand Built By Robots

by: Newton Faulkner

Release Date July 30, 2007
I bought this album on the strength of Dream Catch Me, something I don't usually do without hearing more, but a decision I certainly don't regret in this case.

Vocally, he has hints of Jack Johnson and Adam Levine, and delivers each song with soul, energy and enthusiasm. There are no bad, weak or filler tracks on this album, which sounds polished but still raw.

Despite the similarities I mentioned earlier, Faulkner still sounds totally unique and has a lot of talent. I enjoy this album, which manages to relax me when I need relaxation, as well as stimulate me when I need an energy boost.

One of the best debut albums in recent years.

CD-Charts Position 7
Average Rating:

.

Undiscovered

by: James Morrison

Release Date July 31, 2006
James Morrison reminds me of Terence Trent Derby with his distinctive vocals and cut down style,very few musical instruments,often just acoustic guitar and drums.Echoes of Stevie Wonder and chords and melodies that have a passing resemblance to other artists' songs complete the mix.I really like this album but it wasn't one that i liked first time of hearing.It's an album you need to play and let it grow on you.It's a little raw and naive in places and a little like a live recording of a busker on a city street corner.No bells and whistles,just a guy relying and believing in his talent.This gives it some originality and credit to James Morrison on producing a stunning album that may not be for everyone but will be enjoyed by most.Recommended.

CD-Charts Position 8
Average Rating:

.

These Streets

by: Paolo Nutini

Release Date July 17, 2006
The artist has brought a new genre of smooth jazzy type charisma to the music industry, the best thing yet is that he's from the Scotland, UK, undiscovered talent is not long shadowed by the overseas 'considered to be rivals'. His name would suggest a smooth jazzy Italian pop star, when in fact he is a soul-influenced adult alternative singer, after being discovered at 18 and now in his early 20's he has developed to the likes of all. Check out 'These Streets' album. It's fantastic.

CD-Charts Position 9
Average Rating:

.

Eye to the Telescope

by: KT Tunstall

Release Date January 10, 2005
Only you know your musical tastes and what you like in performers. I have the most eclectic tastes in music imaginable. KT Tunstall gives it all you could ever want from this genre. Simply outstanding on all levels.

CD-Charts Position 10
Average Rating:

.

Back to Bedlam

by: James Blunt

Release Date June 13, 2005
This album is awful. Terrible vocals, terrible songs, so-so backing - you begin to get the idea. This is a record that is completely lacking in charisma and imagination. Put it this way if he was still in the army they would have had him put him against the wall and shot!