- Audio CD (12 Sep 2000)
- Number of Discs: 1
- Format: Import
- Label: Epic
- ASIN: B00004Z38X
- Other Editions: Audio CD | Vinyl
- Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (65 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 278,663 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)
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They met at a strict Catholic boarding-school. They're not yet able to cultivate facial hair. They sound quite a lot like Placebo. Oh, there are a lot of reasons for the uncharitable music fan to dislike JJ72, that's for sure. Yet for the ever-present constituency of angst-ridden youth, JJ72 is undoubtedly some sort of landmark. Forget Brian Molko's pervier-than-thou pretensions, and ignore the Manic's Nicky Wire, content to a life of sterile domestic bliss--this youthful trio are their audience; generously cheek-boned, comfortably middle-class and shamelessly intense. So actually, in truth, there's something unmistakably prim and precious about JJ72 that aligns them more with the well-scrubbed likes of Coldplay than Molko's angst-rock troupe. But sadly, while "October Swimmer" and "Oxygen" have their refreshingly high-brow moments--think the overwrought poetry, if not the clinical horror, of The Holy Bible-era Manic Street Preachers--there's a little bit too much mewling pretention on show for JJ72 to really cut it outside the Sixth Form common rooms of Britain. --Louis Pattison
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
This album is the best thing to come out of Ireland since Guinness. It really is the dog's. THE album of last year, combining thrashing rock music with gentle ballads that really bring out the singer's very soul. This is an album that lets you know winter's coming, and you'd better be ready, cos it's coming in hard. The singer (not sure of the name) has an amazingly powerful voice and an outstanding falsetto. Wait till you hear him scream "Why won't it snow like they said it would?" at the top of his voice. The stand out tracks on this album are October Swimmer, Undercover Angel and Snow. Amazing tracks from a very, very good band that don't get as much credit as they should. I cannot find a thing wrong with this album. Aside from Definitely Maybe and Word Gets Around, probably the greatest debut album of all time. I really cannot praise it enough in 1000 words.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
I recieved this CD as a present 10 years ago and have listened to it regularly ever since. I brought this as a present and the recipient was thrilled.
Mark Greaney's vocals are unique and coupled with excellent melodies and genius lyrics, this album is definitely one of my favourites of all time - if not the favourite. Highlights include October Swimmer - their most famous hit - which never fails to arouse the indie-rock god in you. Other exceptional songs are Oxygen - my personal favourite - and Undercover Angel. There is a great mix of heavy rock songs and softer indie tracks which makes it more interesting to listen too.
JJ72 never really hit the mainstream but their music has definitely lasted the test of time, not only is the album one which you can listen to in any mood and enjoy all the way through, it truely has some masterpeices of vocal, songwriting and melodic combinations. If you like bands such as Radiohead, Smashing Pumpkins etc. this album will be right up your street!
Mark Greaney's vocals are unique and coupled with excellent melodies and genius lyrics, this album is definitely one of my favourites of all time - if not the favourite. Highlights include October Swimmer - their most famous hit - which never fails to arouse the indie-rock god in you. Other exceptional songs are Oxygen - my personal favourite - and Undercover Angel. There is a great mix of heavy rock songs and softer indie tracks which makes it more interesting to listen too.
JJ72 never really hit the mainstream but their music has definitely lasted the test of time, not only is the album one which you can listen to in any mood and enjoy all the way through, it truely has some masterpeices of vocal, songwriting and melodic combinations. If you like bands such as Radiohead, Smashing Pumpkins etc. this album will be right up your street!
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Even thought this is currently the most listened-to album in my collection, I can't quite justify giving it 5 stars. What amazes me about the record is its sheer intensity and the emotional depth of its music. This is a band that isn't afraid to go all-out. The catch is that the lyrics can only be described as slightly sixth-formy, though this does give them an endearing naivety.
This is very much a first album, and the tender years of the band members are very apparent. Hopefully this means that as the band matures, their lyrics will match the superb quality of the music. Personally, I can't wait.
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Forget the comparisons to Joy Division et al
JJ72 were their own band - Mark Greaneys vocals are unique, even to this day. Blistering album that sounds as fresh now as when it came out 10 years ago. Read more
Published 18 months ago by Jdean1967
Quick Reviews!
JJ72 blasted onto the stale British rock scene in the late 90s, early 00s with a collection of incredible live performances and singles culminating in the release of their assured... Read more
Published 18 months ago by carlosnightman
An amazing album, full of capturing tunes and lyrics
Every year I buy around 100 cds, mostly from amazon. I buy classics (led zeppelin, nick cave etc), artists i know and albums i don't know just because there're in a listmania list... Read more
Published 22 months ago by Penguinus
One of the best from Ireland
I can't belive it 60 reviews already and I can't fine any one who has heard of them never mind heard anything by them. Read more
Published on 11 April 2010 by Stephen
I Expected Better
I bought this CD because i had heard JJ72 compared to Muse so i thought i'd try it out. I found very few simiarities between them and JJ72 are certinly not up to the standard of... Read more
Published on 19 May 2006 by Hunter
A little nugget of surprise
With Muse's career hitting ceiling at the moment it's easy to forget about these guys. To be honest, I did. Read more
Published on 8 Dec 2003 by R. Cook
Fabulous - invades every part of you rmind
All I want to say is that I'm sure you'll be hooked. There are only 3 of them, but the music is massive! Read more
Published on 8 Nov 2001
One of the best debut albums ever
After hearing singles October Swimmer and Oxygen, I decided to purchase this album, and I have to say it's one of the best I own. Read more
Published on 23 Sep 2001 by Bevan Melia
Another Brilliant album for the Collection.
I have to say, I thought this band was amazing just listening to one song. "October Swimmer". Never mind the rest of the album. This must be the best album I own. Read more
Published on 2 Sep 2001
Mark Greaney is a genius!
I bought this last October after I'd heard the best single of last year, Oxygen. It has wonderful guitars,and heart felt vocals. The simple artwork only drew me to want to buy it. Read more
Published on 26 Aug 2001 by "droz21"
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