Jack Johnson Brushfire Fairytales Vinyl LP (NM)
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Description
This LP has been play graded. Side A track 6 has 1 light pop. Side B track 6 has light crackles late. NM Jacket has corner dings on bottom corners.
"Slow down everyone, you're moving too fast," is the line in the first song of singer-songwriter Jack Johnson's debut that sets the tone for the entire album.
The style of "Brushfire Fairytales" is a direct result of Johnson's upbringing in Hawaii and his favorite pastime: surfing. Mellow, smooth, and soulful, Johnson's vocals cling tight to the blues and complement the grooving bass. The steel drums take the hint that they don't play a huge role, as Johnson's voice pretty much supplies the best part of the record.
Laced with hints of reggae and always low-key, Johnson's debut can come to relief of anyone in stressful times, which would be a good catharsis for any of us
Johnson's repertoire doesn't just end with the blue-rock formula. 'Flake' (With Ben Harper on Slide Guitar) has great crossover potential with its cool summer vibe. 'Fortunate Fool' sounds like a long lost doo wop hit while the final track, 'It's all Understood' shows that Jack is just as handy with the piano as he is with the guitar.
Make no mistake this is one of the best debut albums released in quite a while.
Musicians: Jack Johnson, vocals, guitar & piano; Adam Tool, drums & percussion; Merlo, bass.
Selections: 1. Inaudible Melodies 2. Middle Man 3. Posters 4. Sexy Plexi 5. Flake 6. Bubble Toes 7. Fortunate Fool 8. The News 9. Drink the Water 10. Mudfootball 11. F-Stop Blues 12. Losing Hope 13. It's All Understood
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