Pros: Great tracks, upbeat songs, interesting melodies Cons: A few uninspired offerings and too long
In all honesty, the first time I heard James was with the release of Laid. In fact, that was the first time that most Americans got a taste of the veteran baggy Brit Poppers. See, we Americans tend to be a bit slow when it comes to music...
Pros: An Excellent Compilation from James. Cons: Some Missing Early Singles & Album Cut Faves.
Whenever the name Manchester, England is said to music buffs, bands like the Smiths, the Stone Roses, Joy Division/New Order, Oasis, or the Happy Mondays are muttered. Another great band that came out of the city though not as high-profiled as their ...
Pros: Excellent lyrics. Melodic (dare I say beautiful of a man's) voice. Cons: Odd choice of songs in some cases. Otherwise don't make me scoff at you.
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Well, it’s a really great crowd here tonight, and we’ve seen some definite surprises. It comes to me now, and this is definitely a surprise, to award not one, but two of the most sought after prizes here at the 19th...
Pros: Some of the most memorable songs I've heard. Cons: None
Although they had to spend many years shaking off their classification as a "Second-Rate Smiths," James grew to become an influential band with a solid following in the UK.
The band's immediate endorsement by idol Morrissey grew to...
Pros: Exceptional lyrics, haunting melodies, and inspirational themes Cons: None, this is a great band...
I discovered this relatively unknown band about five years ago merely by accident. My friend worked in a radio station and he often asked me if I wanted any of the CD's that they are going to toss out. It just so happened that James' first album...
Pros: A phenomenal collection of Brit-Pop gems! Cons: Some weaker songs toward the end of the disc...
I know I may raise a few eyebrows and get some people upset when I say this, but we, as Americans, are pretty foolish and naive when it comes to our musical tastes....I've always felt that the Brits were just so far ahead of the game......Furthermore,...
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