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Track Listings
| 1. Out of the Blue |
| 2. River of Brake Lights |
| 3. 4 Chords of the Apocalypse |
| 4. 11th Dimension |
| 5. Ludlow St. |
| 6. Glass |
| 7. Left & Right In The Dark |
| 8. Tourist |
Editorial Reviews
2009 debut solo album from the Strokes vocalist. The primary inspiration for the album and it's title came from the Oscar Wilde essay 'Phrases And Philosophies For The Use Of The Young'. Julian explains; ''The Oscar Wilde thing makes fun of how superficial humans are - I was writing more about arrogance and shortsightedness'' Helping Casablancas achieve his vision was veteran engineer Jason Lader and Bright Eyes multi-instrumentalist Mike Mogis.
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23 of 26 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Not many albums out there like this today. Awesome blend of pop, synth, rock, classic, r&b, and just about anything else you can think of. The lyrics are often good, sometimes great, sometimes lacking. The solos range from VERY GOOD (Glass) to VERY BAD (River of Brakelights). Julian is obviously the brains behind The Strokes, and his solo effort completely overshadows any of the other members' works. This man is just on another level.
1) Out of the Blue - Good lyrics, decent music, sounds like something you would find on a Strokes album except for the added synth. Good way to open up the album but nothing really too special. 8/10
2) Left & Right in the Dark - One of my favorite tracks on the album. It has a very catchy chorus and really does well in building up energy. This is one of the poppier sounding songs on the album. 10/10
3) 11th Dimension - Awesome first single. Really shows Julian knows how to write a very radio friendly dance track that makes you want move around a bit haha. The lyrics on this one are among the best on the album. It seems to reflect a lot of how Julian was a shy person and all that stuff. 10/10
4) 4 Chords of the Apocalypse - This song kind of reminds me of a bluesy Beatles song, especially around the chorus. The music isn't anything that really jumps out at you but the lyrics are decent and the overall mood of the song really breaks up the album pretty well. 8/10
5) Ludlow st. - This was one of the songs used on the preview video for the album, and as such I expected it to be a stand out track. It's not. If there was one song I could do without on this album, it would be this one. Not to say it's a bad song, but following 4 Chords up with this track doesn't make much sense to me. Ludlow st seems to be building up to something the entire track but it never gets there. It reminds me a lot of "On the Otherside" off "First Impressions of Earth" so if you like that, maybe you'll like this? 6/10
6) River of Brakelights - Although I didn't love it right away, this is probably my favorite track on the album at this point. The solo is AWFUL but the rest of the song more than makes up for it. The lyrics are the best of the album, the music is awesome, the way it builds is awesome, Jules' screaming the chorus is awesome. Great song. 10/10
7) Glass - Probably my second favorite track on the album. This one was also used on the promo for the album but unlike Ludlow st, it definitely lives up to my anticipation of it being a stand out track. The lyrics are pretty good, the beat is great, the solo is AMAZING. This songs creates a very cool atmosphere and that's where it really stands out. 10/10
8) Tourist - Although I don't love the chorus so much, the verse is awesome. The beat is amazing on this one, it's a great track to close the album out on. Kinda makes me wish there were more than 8 tracks. 9/10
1) Out of the Blue - Good lyrics, decent music, sounds like something you would find on a Strokes album except for the added synth. Good way to open up the album but nothing really too special. 8/10
2) Left & Right in the Dark - One of my favorite tracks on the album. It has a very catchy chorus and really does well in building up energy. This is one of the poppier sounding songs on the album. 10/10
3) 11th Dimension - Awesome first single. Really shows Julian knows how to write a very radio friendly dance track that makes you want move around a bit haha. The lyrics on this one are among the best on the album. It seems to reflect a lot of how Julian was a shy person and all that stuff. 10/10
4) 4 Chords of the Apocalypse - This song kind of reminds me of a bluesy Beatles song, especially around the chorus. The music isn't anything that really jumps out at you but the lyrics are decent and the overall mood of the song really breaks up the album pretty well. 8/10
5) Ludlow st. - This was one of the songs used on the preview video for the album, and as such I expected it to be a stand out track. It's not. If there was one song I could do without on this album, it would be this one. Not to say it's a bad song, but following 4 Chords up with this track doesn't make much sense to me. Ludlow st seems to be building up to something the entire track but it never gets there. It reminds me a lot of "On the Otherside" off "First Impressions of Earth" so if you like that, maybe you'll like this? 6/10
6) River of Brakelights - Although I didn't love it right away, this is probably my favorite track on the album at this point. The solo is AWFUL but the rest of the song more than makes up for it. The lyrics are the best of the album, the music is awesome, the way it builds is awesome, Jules' screaming the chorus is awesome. Great song. 10/10
7) Glass - Probably my second favorite track on the album. This one was also used on the promo for the album but unlike Ludlow st, it definitely lives up to my anticipation of it being a stand out track. The lyrics are pretty good, the beat is great, the solo is AMAZING. This songs creates a very cool atmosphere and that's where it really stands out. 10/10
8) Tourist - Although I don't love the chorus so much, the verse is awesome. The beat is amazing on this one, it's a great track to close the album out on. Kinda makes me wish there were more than 8 tracks. 9/10
10 of 12 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
...with this album and give it a chance. Upon first listen, it may seem a bit discombobulated and perplexing, but after a few takes, I realized this could be the album I have been waiting for in 2009. It is haunting and epic, but please don't go in thinking this is the next Strokes album without the rest of the band -- this is a great experiment that stands by itself, for itself.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By OwenLondon
Format:Audio CD
What a complete surprise this album turned out to be; from the opening chords of ''Out of the Blue'' (my favourite cut on the album) to the galloping first single ''11th Dimension'', the Strokes frontman has managed to produce a non-Strokes album with some of the best of their elements intact. The expected guitar angst has been traded in for electronic elements and it sure as hell works-- that's not to say there are no guitars because they're on here but playing second fiddle to everything else instead. Excellent production and Julian's pitch perfect vocals make for an album I expect to be on the player for a big chunk of 2010. ''Ludlow St'' is the only track that sounds like a b-side or bonus track; the rest more than holds its own. An excellent debut solo offering from the man...
Most Recent Customer Reviews
4.0 out of 5 stars
Good album
Must have to complete your library of Strokes/Julian songs. Becomes very familiar with a couple of listens and will make your regular rotation.
Published 18 hours ago by Nate Johnson
5.0 out of 5 stars
Fantastic Purchase
The shipping was perfect and the album was in great condition. And the best part was the sound quality was good, I really enjoyed this purchase.
Published 13 days ago by Olivia Foster
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great Album
This is a very creative album with a variety of unique sounds and rhythms. There is an eclectic array of instruments adding great layers to each tune. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Chickenwolf
5.0 out of 5 stars
JC doesn't disappoint
As with any solo project, you must go into it with an open mind and with this one you will be pleasantly surprised. ;)
Published 23 months ago by Ivy
3.0 out of 5 stars
I Think It's Obvious Who Runs The Strokes' Show...
This is like an 80s dream with a modern twist. Some might like it, some might hate it entirely. I'm in between. Read more
Published on May 4, 2011 by Elizabeth
3.0 out of 5 stars
Eh
Wasn't really what I was expecting but it wasn't bad. Isn't much at all like The Strokes. I wouldn't recommend picking this up
Published on April 8, 2011 by Will
5.0 out of 5 stars
Another plethora of juicy sound!
Fan of Julian Casablancas music? Then you ought to own this album. It is magic to my ears, in an age where good music is hard to come by. Read more
Published on April 4, 2011 by TBONE
5.0 out of 5 stars
A chaotic, crunchy, candy masterpiece
With The Strokes falling out of critical and commercial favor, the band went on hiatus, leaving its individual members to go their own way. Read more
Published on September 23, 2010 by J. Leard
3.0 out of 5 stars
Luke Warm Ratings
The two songs currently released on the radio "out of the blue" and "11th dimension" are quite good. Read more
Published on May 15, 2010 by Stefanie M. Blackburn
2.0 out of 5 stars
BAD EIGHTY'S DISCO ATTACK...
...SOUNDS LIKE BITS OF THIS ALBUM WERE SAMPLED FROM THE KEYBOARDS OF LAURA BRANIGAN'S "Gloria" hit. As an avid Strokes fan: I would not recommend this to any of the bands'... Read more
Published on May 14, 2010 by F. M. Moses
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