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Track Listings
| 1. The Fuse |
| 2. Your Bright Baby Blues |
| 3. Linda Paloma |
| 4. Here Come Those Tears Again |
| 5. The Only Child |
| 6. Daddy's Tune |
| 7. Sleep's Dark and Silent Gate |
| 8. The Pretender |
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22 of 22 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
This was the first Jackson Browne album I bought,having seen him on an "Old Grey Whistle Test" concert special, and it remains (probably) my favourite,for several reasons. First of all,the production by Jon Landau. It represents a much harder sound than he had created on previous albums, and the folkesy intimacy of these was definitely absent. Some fans will have found this to seem a sell-out to mainstream,radio-friendly AOR, but I don't think the result represents any sort of compromise;merely a more "produced" record, where the arrangements never take over from the songs themselves,which were so strong that a heavy-handed production would have hidden the quality of the set. I believe that,even with the simpler production qualities of the earlier records,"The Pretender" would still have been Jackson Browne's finest and most unified body of work to that date. It's pointless to mention individual tracks, as I honestly couldn't pick one over others on this LP. This is simply a superbly crafted album, and for me represents a flawless achievement and a hugely satisfying musical and lyrical experience,as moving as it is exhilarating and profound. The personal tragedy which formed the backdrop to the making of this record undoubtedly pervades the songs, but there is no tendency to self-indulgent introspection. The writer simply asks the same questions that we all,at some point find ourselves asking...usually late at night, which is my favourite time for listening to this record.One of my all-time favourites,without a doubt,by the greatest singer-songwriter of his generation.
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
I recently took my son to see Jackson Browne playing at the Royal Albert Hall. Beforehand, this was one of four CD's I ordered to refresh my memories. The mellow, easy listening sound generated by this most gifted musician doesn't sound dated in the 21st century.... in fact, it sounds even better than I remembered. Find a quiet space where you can listen to it without interruption. You'll be transported somewhere else.
14 of 15 people found the following review helpful
By R. Deighton
Format:Audio CD
Released shortly after his first wifes suicide this dark masterpiece is tinged with genius and sadness. A self examination of a man who sounds to me to be at breaking point. It kicks off with "The Fuse", an embittered prayer reminding us of the fragility of life and what lies ahead. Followed by the hollow optimism of your bright baby blues, we are soon back to rock bottom with "Here come those tears again", co-written by his first wife's mother a model of how to exercise grief. Move quickly through the "only child" and "Daddy's Tune" to "Sleeps Dark and Silent Gate" which sails magnificently on to the title track "The Pretender"back from the depths to some hope and optimism. I love this album, however, when ever I play it, my life's not where I wish it was, but its the best album to help drag you out of the hopelessness.
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No Pretender This Is The Real Deal
This is a stunning CD that I have owned for to long to remember.
As with all the Jackson Browne CDs It leaves you wanting more and the more you play it the more you want... Read more
As with all the Jackson Browne CDs It leaves you wanting more and the more you play it the more you want... Read more
Published on 27 Nov 2010 by Stevie B
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Not a Pretender
One thing he ain't is a Pretender - he is the real deal and this is a masterpiece of an album. If the title track doesn't move you to tears you should get yourself checked out... Read more
Published on 2 Jan 2010 by R. Morgan
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Classic Jackson Browne
This is his best CD ever. I like every song on this CD, additionally his new CD Time the Conqueror is also very good and I'm looking forward to the concert in May.
Published on 9 Feb 2009 by T. Corsico Piccolino
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Browne's Sgt peppers
My favorite jackson Browne album is I'm alive but i fully recognise this as Jackson Browne at his pinacle. thIS was one of the first albums i ever bought for myself. Read more
Published on 23 Nov 2006 by L. SOUTHGATE
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Jackson's finest hour
Often called (with respect to "Late for the Sky") Jackson's second-best effort, I beg to differ. Assembled in the aftermath of his partner's suicide, this album contains moments of... Read more
Published on 14 May 2004 by A.lan Stevens
4.0 out of 5 stars
Smooth, cool and wonderfully tuneful!
If you like nice melodies and lyrics that actually mean something, then this album is a must! Although the lyrics are somewhat depressing at times, I find the tunes amazingly... Read more
Published on 16 Sep 2000
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