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Track Listings
| 1. The Nights of Wine and Roses |
| 2. Fire's Highway |
| 3. Evil's Sway |
| 4. For the Love of Ivy |
| 5. Adrenaline Nightshift |
| 6. Younger Us |
| 7. The House That Heaven Built |
| 8. Continuous Thunder |
Editorial Reviews
This is the long-awaited, follow up to 2009's Post-Nothing. Celebration Rock is well balanced with a much bigger sound and showcases the band's growth as songwriters. Songs like "Evil's Sway" and "The House That Heaven Built" prove that the Vancouver duo has more than staying power with this sophomore release.
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21 of 23 people found the following review helpful
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Japandroids' second full-length album CELEBRATION ROCK finds the band picking up exactly where they left off in 2009 with POST-NOTHING. The band's stripped down, raw arrangements continue here, as do the plain black-and-white album covers. I'm sure many people will point this out, but the best way to describe this album is by the title; this album is 8 tracks of joy, fun, and celebration. With that admission, this album is fun, but it never comes across as stupid or empty; this album is populist but never pandering. Who says happy music can't seriously rock?
These tracks are life-affirming, and they feel together like a love-letter for the bygone 20-something ages. Accordingly, this album is propulsive, full of energy and glee, evoking memories of super-early mornings, slightly-buzzed conversations, and fist-pumping celebrations. CELEBRATION ROCK doesn't wear out its welcome, clocking in at a little over half an hour playing time; it's short and sweet.
The album begins with the popping of distant fireworks which then melt into the band's percussion. This introductory track, "The Night of Wine and Roses," showcases fantastic hooks and noise-rock-propulsive rhythms that continue well until the closer, "Continuous Thunder." "Evil's Sway" showcases a nice guitar riff before launching into one of the album's best songs. "For the Love of Ivy" features tinges of rockabilly vibes. "Younger Us" is a love-letter to bygone days of late-night friendships. "The House That Heaven Built" is the lead single from the album, and for good reason: it's a seriously strong melody that will keep with listeners after the song is over. "Continuous Thunder" is a bit different from the rest of the tracks -- it's not as immediate or percussive. The song is different from the rest of the album -- it's more midtempo and patient, but the contrast works to wonderful effect. The final moments of the song gradually give way to the same popping of distant fireworks that started the album. It's a beautiful way to end CELEBRATION ROCK.
Fans of the Gaslight Anthem, the Hold Steady, the Replacements, or F***ed Up will probably really love CELEBRATION ROCK. Standout tracks to sample: "The Nights of Wine and Roses," "Continuous Thunder," "The House That Heaven Built," and "Evil's Sway." For previous listeners of Japandroids, you will know exactly what you've getting with this album. For newcomers, this album proves to be a great place to start; this album is just as good as their first full-length album.
These tracks are life-affirming, and they feel together like a love-letter for the bygone 20-something ages. Accordingly, this album is propulsive, full of energy and glee, evoking memories of super-early mornings, slightly-buzzed conversations, and fist-pumping celebrations. CELEBRATION ROCK doesn't wear out its welcome, clocking in at a little over half an hour playing time; it's short and sweet.
The album begins with the popping of distant fireworks which then melt into the band's percussion. This introductory track, "The Night of Wine and Roses," showcases fantastic hooks and noise-rock-propulsive rhythms that continue well until the closer, "Continuous Thunder." "Evil's Sway" showcases a nice guitar riff before launching into one of the album's best songs. "For the Love of Ivy" features tinges of rockabilly vibes. "Younger Us" is a love-letter to bygone days of late-night friendships. "The House That Heaven Built" is the lead single from the album, and for good reason: it's a seriously strong melody that will keep with listeners after the song is over. "Continuous Thunder" is a bit different from the rest of the tracks -- it's not as immediate or percussive. The song is different from the rest of the album -- it's more midtempo and patient, but the contrast works to wonderful effect. The final moments of the song gradually give way to the same popping of distant fireworks that started the album. It's a beautiful way to end CELEBRATION ROCK.
Fans of the Gaslight Anthem, the Hold Steady, the Replacements, or F***ed Up will probably really love CELEBRATION ROCK. Standout tracks to sample: "The Nights of Wine and Roses," "Continuous Thunder," "The House That Heaven Built," and "Evil's Sway." For previous listeners of Japandroids, you will know exactly what you've getting with this album. For newcomers, this album proves to be a great place to start; this album is just as good as their first full-length album.
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
By Kenneth
Format:MP3 Music
Celebration Rock, Japandroids sophomore album was easily near the top of my list for albums i was eagerly anticipating this year and if you've heard their previous record (Post Nothing) i probably don't need to tell you why. For the benefit of the review i will though;) Their 2009 debut was the most potent display of nostalgia fuelled, desperately chaotic Alt Rock i'd heard in a long time. It was emotional with a capital E and even if you thought the musicanship was lacking in sophistication or the lyrical simplicity was bordering on juvenile at times, you'd be hard pressed to deny the integrity of the sentiment. These guys played too gosh darn loud for their sincerity to be brought into question and to these ears the "amateurish" borderline hormonal rock songs felt extremely visceral and truely special.
Celebration Rock follows the formula that made Post Nothing so coruscatingly endearing with the band playing with that same corporeal intensity. David prowse explosively drums right after the openening fireworks on "The Night of Wine and Roses" and right up until the closing one's on "Continuous Thunder". Brian King brings his pummelling power chords and frenzied vocals to the fray again also, creating that same glorious cacophany that won so many people over on their debut. The only noticable progression on CR is perhaps in the lyrics department, the scope of PN didn't really extend beyond a fear of getting old and although CR mainly stays within this territory their perspective feels even more forthright this time round "Long lit up tonight And still drinking Don't we have anything to live for? Well of course we do" are the first lines that Brian King sings and this album is full of similar lines of affirmation and reverie.
"Younger Us" and "The House That Heaven Built" have rightly been crowned as Celebration Rocks most transcendantal moments the energy on "Younger Us" is at fever pitch with Prowse somehow drumming with even more ferocity than on previous tracks and King busting a gut singing with the emotion bleeding out of his distorted guitar chords. "THTHB" is played with similar force but it's the caustic lyrical refrain in the chorus that really makes you take notice "When they love you, and they will. Tell em all theyll love in my shadow And if they try to slow you down, Tell em all to go to hell" rarely do japandroids songs come with such a potent dose of venom.
The only negative thing i can say about this album is that it's lack of progression sonically, made it feel a little predictable at times. whereas Post Nothing seemed to come out of nowhere when it was released this album failed to flaw me in that same unexpected way, I would've loved to have seen the band experiment a little more this time round, thrown in a few unexpected curveballs (other than just a very enjoyable Gun Club Cover). Perhaps if they'd toned down some of the noisier moments they might have forced themselves to find an extra dimension to their music.
The formula of 35 minutes playing time, split into eight tracks, with minimal overdubbing and the black on white album cover have given this band an undeniably distinctive aesthetic. But they've also slightly pigeonholed themselves as that euphoria driven, recklessly loud, garage rock duo and that's unfortunate because they're too good to be caricaturely reduced into that in my opinion. My criticism should be taken in context though, CR's lack of originality stops it from being an absolute masterwork but it's still a very good album that anybody with only the slightest interest in indie rock should deifinitely check out!
Celebration Rock follows the formula that made Post Nothing so coruscatingly endearing with the band playing with that same corporeal intensity. David prowse explosively drums right after the openening fireworks on "The Night of Wine and Roses" and right up until the closing one's on "Continuous Thunder". Brian King brings his pummelling power chords and frenzied vocals to the fray again also, creating that same glorious cacophany that won so many people over on their debut. The only noticable progression on CR is perhaps in the lyrics department, the scope of PN didn't really extend beyond a fear of getting old and although CR mainly stays within this territory their perspective feels even more forthright this time round "Long lit up tonight And still drinking Don't we have anything to live for? Well of course we do" are the first lines that Brian King sings and this album is full of similar lines of affirmation and reverie.
"Younger Us" and "The House That Heaven Built" have rightly been crowned as Celebration Rocks most transcendantal moments the energy on "Younger Us" is at fever pitch with Prowse somehow drumming with even more ferocity than on previous tracks and King busting a gut singing with the emotion bleeding out of his distorted guitar chords. "THTHB" is played with similar force but it's the caustic lyrical refrain in the chorus that really makes you take notice "When they love you, and they will. Tell em all theyll love in my shadow And if they try to slow you down, Tell em all to go to hell" rarely do japandroids songs come with such a potent dose of venom.
The only negative thing i can say about this album is that it's lack of progression sonically, made it feel a little predictable at times. whereas Post Nothing seemed to come out of nowhere when it was released this album failed to flaw me in that same unexpected way, I would've loved to have seen the band experiment a little more this time round, thrown in a few unexpected curveballs (other than just a very enjoyable Gun Club Cover). Perhaps if they'd toned down some of the noisier moments they might have forced themselves to find an extra dimension to their music.
The formula of 35 minutes playing time, split into eight tracks, with minimal overdubbing and the black on white album cover have given this band an undeniably distinctive aesthetic. But they've also slightly pigeonholed themselves as that euphoria driven, recklessly loud, garage rock duo and that's unfortunate because they're too good to be caricaturely reduced into that in my opinion. My criticism should be taken in context though, CR's lack of originality stops it from being an absolute masterwork but it's still a very good album that anybody with only the slightest interest in indie rock should deifinitely check out!
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
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This may be the funnest album of the century so far. Screaming guitar hooks will rock your world. Rock on.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
A lot of good noise for two guys
Nothing too complex - just very catchy riffs and not a bad song on the cd. And as many said before, this generation's Replacements or maybe the Hold Steady on speed. Read more
Published 15 days ago by Mark Hernandez
4.0 out of 5 stars
Great Rock Album
Full of energy and fun songs. I like the whole album, but have to wait until the last two for my favorites.
Published 29 days ago by sloaner13
1.0 out of 5 stars
should be called "garbage rock"
This is an album for old dudes desperately trying to hang on to the feeling of being young and into cool music. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Eric Barron
5.0 out of 5 stars
Album of the Year (2012)
While bands like Cloud Nothings and The Men changed their approach to release compelling rock records in 2012, Japandroids simply stuck to their same effective formula. Read more
Published 1 month ago by jbcmusic
4.0 out of 5 stars
Anthems of melodic noise
Very solid with no surprises if you like their first release "Post-Nothing". Most of the songs have similar structures and still have the ability to make you snap your... Read more
Published 3 months ago by rsf
5.0 out of 5 stars
Audio adrenaline
Yes, I know that the title of this review is the cheesy name of a cheesy band, but I am afraid to listen to this album while driving because I'm afraid I'll get a speeding ticket. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Andy
3.0 out of 5 stars
Doesn't Live Up To The Hype
Japandroids' Celebration Rock earned a large amount of critical praise ranking in both Spin & Rolling Stone's top ten list for 2012. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Thomas Magnum
5.0 out of 5 stars
This is a really great CD.
This is the first CD I have listened from this group, they are really good and I hope to buy more of their music.
Published 3 months ago by archaeologicalfive
5.0 out of 5 stars
Best album I've heard in years
Pretty much every song is amazing. I love albums you can put in your car and not have to change the CD for a week. This is one of them.
Published 3 months ago by Maggie
4.0 out of 5 stars
Good Album
It's amazing that there are only two dudes in this band as they produce a pretty full sound. Songs are catchier than their first album (hence the album title?). Read more
Published 3 months ago by Adam
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