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Manufacturer: Sire / Wea
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Binding: Audio CD
EAN: 0093624989707
Format: Extra tracks
Label: Sire / Wea
Manufacturer: Sire / Wea
Number Of Discs: 1
Publisher: Sire / Wea
Release Date: 2008-09-30
Studio: Sire / Wea
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Editorial Reviews:
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Following the critically acclaimed debut album, Everything In Transit, Andrew McMahon returns with his Jack's Mannequin entity for The Glass Passenger. McMahon calls The Glass Passenger 'a record about getting through something that was negative and getting to something that was positive.'
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Summary: The walls caved in tonight, and Andrew is telling us about from his point of view.
Comment: When "Everything in Transit" came out in 2005, I could not have been more excited. I was a mild fan of "Leaving through the Window" and could not get enough of "North" It was something about hearing Andrew pour out his heart on Jack' Mannequin's first album that dragged me into the league of fandom I am at now though. The songs were more personal, the music more stripped down, It was the perfect album to me. And as soon as I bought it on release day, my new favorite singer was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia. It made all the personal experiances of "Everything in Transit" almost hard to enjoy. I followed Andrew's fight carefully, and was there to celebrate at his first tour following his battle.
I also wondered if I would ever hear a new album from this songwriting genius. Originally Jack's Mannequin was a side project, and there was no sign of Something Corprate ever making new music. So as soon as read about the Glass Passenger, I literally jumped up and down in joy. I waited patientlly through the release date changes, and finally I got to hear this wonderful masterpeice.
Andrew took the best of both worlds and melted them into this career defining album. His masterful storytelling from "North", and the personal hardships of the last three years. I enjoy every song on this album, nodding my head up and down to "Suicide Blonde", and singing along wholeheartedly with "Hammers and Strings". But the real standout is "Caves". I would never claim to say I know how Andrew felt when writing this song, all I know is I can't listen to this song without shedding at least a few tears.
In short, if have ever liked anything that Andrew has done, from Something Corprate, to guest spots with Tommy Lee, or The Spill Canvas, go out and buy two copies of this album. Andrew is one artist who deserves it.
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Summary: He's back and it's just as good as it used to be
Comment: Andrew McMahon is possibly one of the most talented composer/musician of this generation. His songs both in Jack's Mannequin as well as in his old band Something Corporate are constantly the work of pure genius and are always unique in their own personal way.
When "Everything In Transit" came out in 2005, it was a huge hit and a lot of people loved it. "The Glass Passenger" was therefore, a highly anticipated album (It was Alternative Press' most anticipated album of 2008). And the bottom line in my opinion is that it delivers all that we could have asked for...if not more than that.
The album kicks off with "Crashin", "Spinning" and "Swim" which are all typical Jack's Mannequin songs full of beautiful choruses, catchy vocal melodies and beautiful additions from the piano. "Spinning" actually sounds a lot like the songs on "North", Something Corporate's 2003 album.
The disc then moves into a relatively new direction with "American Love" which sounds more like an 80/90's radio-rock anthem with a huge chorus which will have crowds singing "Big hearts big hearts, big hearts are for breaking". It doesn't sound like anything Andrew has written, but unsuprisingly, it works.
We then move into one of my personal favorites "What Gets You Off" which is once again a Jack's Mannequin typical comprised of all the elements stated previously. "Suicide Blonde" comes in next. This is personally the single track that I don't like in the new album. It sounds awkward and forced with a chorus that is transported into a different key signature than the verse. This is possibly a matter of taste but it didn't cut if for me.
"Annie use your telescope" follows and sounds A LOT like Something Corporate, but it is a great song. "Bloodshot" is a relatively new style for Andrew but once again it works wonderfully. "Drop Out- The So Unknown" is another typical Andrew song with all the wonderful elements that we've come to love his songs for. "Hammers And Strings" then comes in, and it is possibly one of my favorite Jack's Mannequin songs. It's slow, it's beautiful and the vocals are so heartfelt you will really feel touched, a truly wonderful track.
"The Resolution" and "Orphans" to me sound a bit like filler tracks, they're good but nothing too special about them. However, they are followed by "Caves" where Andrew steps into completely new grounds. The song is practically experimental with bizarre pianos and reaching 8 minutes in length. But once again, it is absolutely beautiful and Andrew has managed to step out of his comfort zone and absolutely nailed it to perfection. The album then finishes with "Miss America", another typical Jack's Mannequin song which is a nice way to close the album.
Overall, the album incorporates elements of both "Everything In Transit" and "North" by Something Corporate but Andrew hasn't simply written the same album all over again. He has pushed his boundaries and stepped forward with his musical genius. He hasn't re-invented rock music, nor himself, but he has moved a step closer to perfecting the way he crafts his music and honestly, what more could we ask for?
Pierre Schifflers
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Summary: Genius
Comment: Jack's Mannequin has always been one of my favorite bands of all time. I first heard of them on the One Tree Hill soundtrack. The lead singer, Andrew, is a leukemia survivor. In comparison to their first album, The Glass Passenger is definetly a different vibe. Their songs have a lot more depth and the sound is more mellow compared to their first album. I went to the Jack's Mannequin concert soon after the release of this album and the concert was absolutely amazing! One of the best performances I've ever seen. Overall, I think this cd is pure genius.
If you like Jack's Mannequin, you may also like Daphne Loves Derby or Ken Oak Band.
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Summary: If you like Jack's Mannequin...
Comment: This is a great album for Andrew's fans. Truly a great record, full of introspective songs of overcoming huge obstacles. A growth of a man. Well done.
Cheers,
Ivan
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Summary: It Lacks Something
Comment: I have listened to The Glass Passenger twice, and I feel that there is something missing. Production value is high and overall it sounds well polished, however the songs are just not catchy enough to stick in your head. If you like the prior Jacks Mannequin cd than you will probably enjoy this album, however I feel this album lacks the emotion of earlier releases.
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