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Picture Perfect Walls

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I saw these guys live, playing with Train, and bought a cd at the concert. "Best Of Me" is one of the best songs I've heard in a long time, and it's quickly worked its way up to the top on my favories list. If you like Dave Matthews, Hootie, and Sister Hazel, this is another one for the collection. A very original sound, and well worth buying.

Far Too Jones was a little band I discovered in about 1997 after hearing "Best of Me" on the radio in Chicago. The band had lots of potential, but alas it was not to be realized. After the single "Best of Me" hit minor radio success, the band started to work on a follow up album that is title "Shame and Her Sister", another great album, but their record company restructured and most, if not all, of the smaller bands were dropped.

Back to the album though. The album has a unique sound that few bands come close to comparing to, and none duplicate. From their haunting ballad of "Close to You" (A personal favorite) to the upbeat rock/pop sounds of "Best of Me" the album blends ingeneous lyrics with fun melodies for sounds that make you never want to take the CD out of your player. Other songs such as "As Good As You" (another minor radio hit) and "Nameless" are fun songs that you will want to listen to again and again. Mostly a rock band, although I will admit some pop shows through, Far Too Jones is a CD that you should give a try. Who knows it may start the same love affair with the band it started for me. Also make sure to check out their new band called the clear, they will soon have their new album up for free on their website for people to download.

Happy Listening!

This is a very solid rock album. FTJ's sounds a lot like Soul Asylum circa Grave Dancer's Union--catchy pop melodies toughened up with grundgy power chords, howling solos, and gruff pack-a-day vocals."As Good As You," "Middle of Me," "Falling Back Down," "Best of Me," and "The One" make this album worth a listen. If you're ever down in Raleigh, NC, look 'em up.

I saw these guys at the House of Blues in Orlando, Florida with My Friend Steve (which also ROCKS)! They were incredible! They put on a great show live... if you ever get the chance to see them--DO IT!! Growing up in NC, I just *HAD* to support these guys. I didn't hear the whole cd until I got home and when I did, I was floored. Amazing. Buy the album... you'll be glad you did! I was. :)

I saw far too jones open for Edwin McCain about a year ago and was blown away--I bought this cd before I left the show! They have an excellent sound--the entire cd is incredibly strong! The song "Best of Me" is probably the best of ftj so far. They definitely deserve a legion of fans and much success! Check them out!

These guys are great, not only are they great live but I have owned this cd for over 4 years and it is still one of the few cd's I can listen to on a regular basis, that meens alot considering my collection of over 400 cd's. I recommend that if you read this review, you go out and but this CD immediatly. Give yourself a treat, you'll not be disappointed. I really can't praise these guys enough, P.S. The song, The One is ezcellent!

This is the best rock/pop CD I have ever heard! Buy it and be amazed. If you like Nickleback, Toploader, The Calling, Hootie, Vertical Horizon & even the mighty MATCHBOX 20, Jones blow them away!
I cant recommend this CD highly enough.........BUY IT!

I see this young band from Raleigh, North Carolina hitting it big with their latest release. Songs flow from rock to the rhythmic love song. Look for this band to do big things!!

If you are a fan of southern 80's rock, you will absolutely, postively love this album. If you used to think Hootie was cool, far Too Jones will blow you away. "Falling Back Down" is the greatest track and very cool to listen to and reflect back on your life.

Picture Postcard Walls is a phenomenal offering. Far Too Jones' talent springs from every track on this album. These guys are so electric. I have seen them perform in person 5 times and each time I cant wait to get back to my CD player to hear them all over again.