Sleepy Jackson [Import]

sleepy jackson [import]

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2003 release for four-piece experimental pop/rock band from Perth. Details TBA. Phantom.

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Sleepy Jackson [Import]
Personality (One Was a Spider, One Was a Bird)
Average customer rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars
  • Cotton Candy
  • Are you kidding?
  • Immense and Expansive
  • Neptune in Sagittarius, Venus in Libra
  • Personality - One was a Beach Boy and One was a Beatle
 Personality (One Was a Spider, One Was a Bird)
The Sleepy Jackson
Manufacturer: Astralwerks
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000FVQYKE
Release Date: 2006-07-25

Tracks:

  1. You Needed More
  2. Devil Was In My Yard
  3. God Lead Your Soul
  4. Work Alone
  5. God Knows
  6. I Understand What You Want But I Just Don't Agree
  7. Miles Away
  8. Higher Than Hell
  9. Play A Little Bit For Love
  10. Don't Say
  11. You Won't Bring People Down In My Town
  12. Dream On
  13. How Was I Supposed To Know

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Remember when Mercury Rev emerged from their early-career noisy haze and presented Deserter's Songs? Keep that event in mind as you hear Luke Steele (a.k.a. the voice of the Sleepy Jackson) intone atop the orchestral swirl, vibraphone, and massed-vocal harmonies of "You Needed More," the opening track of Personality. It's the album's most lush tune, with the remaining 12 repurposing the song's textures at will--and adding pedal steel, more pronounced drums, and wonderful, controlled guitar distortion. Steele's mastery of the Pet Sounds palette is vast, creating a floating ambience that multiplies the bandleader's core strangeness--his fascination with confusion, psychedelia, and--at root--being and nothingness. As a follow-up to the much simpler perfection of Sleepy's criminally under-accorded 2003 debut, Lovers, this is an ambitious mélange of all the sounds Steele loves. Luckily, they play together wonderfully. If you're Sufjan Stevens jones is hungry and you can tolerate a more avant-garde take on orch-pop, then you have to hear Personality. --Andrew Bartlett

Customer Reviews:

2 out of 5 stars Cotton Candy.......2007-05-20

"One Was a Spider, One Was a Bird" is my first encounter with the Sleepy Jackson Personality. It is an ambitious set that works sporadically. On "God Knows" the background vocals with their resemblance to John Lennon are more interesting than the melody, although lyrically there are sweet sentiments, "All I want is to lead you there into the light." The great weakness of the set is reflected in "Higher than Hell." It's got lovely orchestral flourishes, but other than the production, there is no melody or lyric that is particularly memorable. It's like a cotton candy confection without much there. "Don't Say" is melodically boring. The good thing about this set is that if you're going to be imitative, pick the best to imitate, which Sleepy J does with George Harrison & the Beatles. However, the melodies are faceless, the lead singer doesn't have an interesting or emotionally gripping voice & the lyrics are often inane. The marvelous thing about "Spider/Bird" is its production, which is stunning. Taxi!

1 out of 5 stars Are you kidding?.......2007-02-04

Beatles? Beach Boys? Pet Sounds? My dog howls better than that guy sings. Just because he puts "God" in his titles doesn't mean it sounds like two of the greatest rock and roll song writing groups ever. Where are your ears? This is a poor man's ELO at best, which is nothing compared to Lennon/McCartney and Wilson. Where is the melody? the hook? I'll say one thing - all the songs are consistent - they sound the same.

5 out of 5 stars Immense and Expansive.......2006-10-14

First of all, take a good look at the cover of this album, and count how many times or places you find the face of The Sleepy Jackson's frontman Luke Steele. More simply, contemplate the significance of Steele standing at the forefront, carrying who else but himself. It's perfectly fitting for the title of the album, 'Personality', but slightly indicative of something else as well. In the liner notes you'll find Steele describing the music making as an "odd flourishing flower", made throughout sessions of both beauty and turbulence from which he couldn't run away without destroying the album or even the band altogether. In any case, the resulting record produced by the imaginations of Steele and company is very immense in that it's a big step forward from their previous album, Lovers. The themes are spacious and philosophical, while the expansive element of the album is provided mainly by the ethereal 20/20 Orchestra. The production and orchestration of 'Personality' is lush and grandiose, containing brilliant melodies, catchy rhythm and interesting lyrics. There are numerous songs here that deserve mainstream play, but more importantly I would describe the album as being cohesive, strange and very dreamlike. Considering the past instability of the band, I think it's slightly premature to place huge expectations on The Sleepy Jackson's future projects just yet, but this one is definitely a gem and should be savored. It's a cool and curious album.

5 out of 5 stars Neptune in Sagittarius, Venus in Libra.......2006-08-28

I've been reading reviews that say this CD is a Pop album, that it sounds like the Beatles and/or the Beach Boys..... I couldn't disagree more....... It's a rock opera, if ever there is one, finely tuned and hip shakingly fabulous!! If you've never heard Luke's voice, you are in for an incredible surprize !! He draws you into his world and lets you wade around in his creativity. What more would you ask of a musical genius? Some songs are tender and make your soul swoon, some are rock and roll mantra, but all of them stick to your aura like glue.

He's chatting with God through some of it and trying to answer questions for himself....
or perhaps, for all of us. Personally, I like dancing around the house with Luke and God...it's like having what's forbidden, sweetened by the heavenly cosmos. Oh, and by the way, the astrological aspects?....he's got them..... the most intrinsically, talented muscians do......
Keep dreaming, Luke, we like the mystical ride. Cheers, Kiwi

4 out of 5 stars Personality - One was a Beach Boy and One was a Beatle.......2006-07-25

The Sleepy Jackson's second opus after their successful 2003 debut "Lovers" captures Luke Steele at his visionary best.
Teaming up again with Malcolm Clark (drums) and a host of other strong talent (including Davey Lane from You Am I who features on several tracks), the Perth act have a distinctly, as the title of the review suggest, Beach Boy/Beatles sound to it.

Kicking off with the very 60's sounding "You Needed More" we are then led into three Beach Boy sounds in "Devil Was In My Yard" and "God Lead Your Soul" and "Work Alone". In "God Knows" Luke Steele will have you singing out All i Want is to Lead you there, as we really get into some catchy chorus melodies.

"I understand what you want but i just don't agree" is a prime example of this with juanita Tippins beautiful with her backing vocals. This track is one of several tracks that could have easily been written out of John Lennons writing pad. Think early Beatles.
"Miles Away" takes the album into a country mode for just a few minutes before the gospel feeling "Higher than Hell" and rocking "Play a Little Bit for Love" continue the diversity of Personality...
In "Don't Say" and ""You won't bring people down in my town" you'll have Steele change the mood by singing some dark lyrics such as: "You're a terror in the northern part of town. A crooner in the poorest side of South. I always caught you on the ranking down, down, down down, down, down"

But this is once again just a change of direction for "Dream On" is an epic in itself - although just three minutes long.

"How was i supposed to Know" finishes Personality... on a rather melodic note. Quite fitting really as the album is full of them.

Steele has added the 20/20 Orchestra choir group in this album, and they feature on all but two of the songs "Work Alone" & "Miles Away". This is probably the best thing that Steele has improved for Personality...(and there are a lot of things to love). If you're looking for stand outs it's hard to discount any one song. But either way, you'll have to explore yourself.

Personality... is different from anything youy will hear on the radio this year, and indeed previous years for that matter. That's what makes Luke Steeles effort seem risky, but it works.

Lovers
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
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 Lovers
The Sleepy Jackson
Manufacturer: Astralwerks
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B0000A2ZV9
Release Date: 2003-07-29

Tracks:

  1. Good Dancers
  2. Vampire Racecourse
  3. Rain Falls For Wind
  4. This Day
  5. Acid In My Heart
  6. Fill Me With Apples
  7. Tell The Girls That I'm Not Hangin Out
  8. Come To This
  9. Miniskirt
  10. Morning Bird
  11. Don't You Know
  12. Old Dirt Farmer
  13. Mourning Rain

Album Description

The Sleepy Jackson are impossible to pin down. Just when you think beautifully-crafted pop songs are the sum of their musical aspirations, along comes a psychedelic burn-out or a country-ish ballad to counter songwriter Luke Steele's pop sensibility. That diversity has been the secret of The Sleepy Jackson's success so far. As one rave review put it - 'Luke Steele's lack of direction is his direction, gospel to his rare artistic perception'. Since emerging from Perth, Western Australia, The Sleepy Jackson have steadily built a fan-base in Australia & Europe on the strength of Steele's broad songwriting palette & his dynamic stage persona (think Jimi Hendrix meets John Lennon). Now The Sleepy Jackson present their first album, 'Lovers', & this much anticipated full-length debut merely confirms Steele as an artist of extraordinary depth & songwriting talent. The album includes two of Steele's

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars Surprise! Something different!.......2007-06-19

Bought the CD and didn't know what to expect. Surprisingly interesting, and reminding me of the Beatles and early John Lennon/but with a twist. Not for everyone, but totally enjoyable, relaxing, interesting music for those of us who think "out of the box." To me, a five star album is Bowie's "Spiders", but this one is certainly a four!

5 out of 5 stars i need you.......2006-06-21

the sleepy jackson are a band that hails from australia encompassing different styles of a lil bit of jazz, alot of folk, tasty twang, pure rock, catchy pop and even some new wave-esque sounds. however, the music doesnt allow itself to just fall into any ordinary genre, the simply good boy-girl melodies and lyrics bring the listener to another magical place all together. straight from the haunted dream world of band leader luke steeles, the 2003 album lovers is an original piece of work which may seem a lil out of left field for some but for those who enjoy taking an open-minded risk, will immediately win over. ++

4 out of 5 stars Weird and Wonderful.......2005-10-19

I picked this cd up not really know what it was, but thinking it looked really interesting. The vocals are great as is the feel of the album. Its very mellow without being boring. I don't really have much patience for slow tracks but this album was really interesting and different. A few of the songs are just amazing. I'd highly recomend it to anyone looking for something a little different, but still comfortable.

5 out of 5 stars great.......2004-12-14

This is a great album that has a laidback feel to it that you should listen to all the way through to really appreciate. It encompasses a bunch of different styles from folk, country, rock, pop, and just plain good songs. Its refreshing to hear an artist do what they want, even though you might think it resembles Beck at times. The Sleepy Jackson are one of the best bands to come around in awhile and hopefully they will continue to make outstanding music in the near future.

5 out of 5 stars Genius at Work.......2004-12-12

"Lovers" is to music what the "Mona Lisa" is to painting.
While not the perfect album of music by any stretch, "Lovers"is an original piece of work that will be listened to death by many music lovers around the world who appreciate an artist who is willing to take a chance on something a little bit out of left field but still fitting into the mainstream.The Sleepys are Luke Steele who changes his band members as frequently as he changes musical styles on this album.
Yes! "Lovers" at times seems somewhat overproduced and over orchestrated but strip it down to its bare essentials and you come up with beautifully crafted pop songs like "Good Dancers",rusty country ballads such as "Acid in My Heart" and the kick ass punk rocker "Vampire Racecourse"
With his first album "Lovers" neatly tucked away in his disco and the follow up due mid 2005 we can only wait with baited breath to see what the little voices in Luke Steeles frizzy head are humming.

I Understand What You Want But I Just Don't Agree
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    		I Understand What You Want But I Just Don't Agree
    The Sleepy Jackson
    Manufacturer: EMI/Virgin
    ProductGroup: Music
    Binding: Audio CD

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    ASIN: B000IMVDVU
    Release Date: 2006-10-23

    Tracks:

    1. I Understand What You Want But I Just Don't Agree
    2. Gotta Get Up
    3. Time

    Album Description

    Second single to be taken from The Sleepy Jackson's critically acclaimed sophomore album Personality - One Was A Spider, One Was A Bird. Features 'I Understand What You Want But I Just Don't Agree' plus two non-album tracks: 'Gotta Get Up' and 'Time'. Virgin. 2006.
    God Lead Your Soul
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      		God Lead Your Soul
      Sleepy Jackson
      Manufacturer: EMI/Capitol
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      Binding: Audio CD

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      ASIN: B000F6IFDS
      Release Date: 2006-06-05

      Tracks:

      1. God Lead Your Soul
      2. Harmony Of The Heart
      3. Willow Tree
      4. Rivers
      5. Mixmatch

      Album Description

      Australian exclusive five-track EP, lifted from their 2006 album. Tracks, 'God Lead Your Soul', 'Harmony of the Heart', 'Willow Tree', 'Rivers' and 'Mixmatch' EMI. 2006.

      Album Details

      A Very Special EP from the Band's 2006 Second Album "Personality - One was a Spider, One was a Bird". In their Australian Homeland, it was the Highest Ranked Entry on the Week of Release. The Accompanying B-sides Include "Harmony of the Heart", "Willow Tree", "Rivers" and "Mixmatch". "Personality" was Recorded at Big Jesus Burger Studios in Sydney and was Produced by Scott Horscroft and Luke Steele. Guests on the Album Include the Presets, Jim Moginie (Midnight Oil) and Davey Lane (You Am I) Among Others.
      Devil Was in My Yard
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        		Devil Was in My Yard
        The Sleepy Jackson
        Manufacturer: EMI/Capitol
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        Binding: Audio CD

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        ASIN: B000I5Y7NI
        Release Date: 2006-10-17

        Tracks:

        1. Devil Was in My Yard
        2. Doggytown
        3. Dreams in the Machine
        4. Time
        5. Poison Shoes
        6. Reborn in Science

        Album Description

        Second single from The Sleepy Jackson's highly acclaimed album Personality includes 5 exclusive b-sides.

        Album Details

        Second Single from the Sleepy Jackson's Highly Acclaimed Album "Personality" Includes Five Exclusive B-sides.
        Caffiene in the Morning Sun Ep
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          		Caffiene in the Morning Sun Ep

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          ASIN: B000062R5C
          Release Date: 2001-11-12

          Tracks:

          1. Not Crying (Just Standing In The Rain)
          2. Good Dancers
          3. Caffiene In The Morning Sun
          4. Lung
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          6. Brother

          Album Description

          2002 EP for the four-piece experimental pop/rock band from Perth. Six tracks, 'Not Crying (Just Standing In The Rain)', 'Good Dancers', 'Caffeine In The Morning Sun', 'Lung', 'Miniskirt', & 'Brother/Birds'. Digipak. EMI.
          Come to This
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            		Come to This
            The Sleepy Jackson
            Manufacturer: EMI Int'l
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            ASIN: B0001BYH20
            Release Date: 2004-03-09

            Tracks:

            1. Come to This
            2. Tonight You Will Change
            3. You've Got No More Days Left
            4. You Are So Cold

            Album Description

            Taken from the 2003 album 'Lovers'. The title track is backed with three non-LP tracks, 'Tonight You Will Change', 'You've Got No More Days Left', & 'You Are So Cold'. Copy Controlled. Capitol. 2004.

            Album Details

            In Usual Sleepy Jackson Fashion, "Come to This" features Three B-sides Recorded Exclusively for this Single.
            Let Your Love Be Love
            Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
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            		 Let Your Love Be Love
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            ASIN: B000069DPG
            Release Date: 2003-12-16

            Tracks:

            1. This Day
            2. Cavaties
            3. Fill Me With Apples
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            5. Let You Love Be Love
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            7. Now Your Spirit Drags The Pack

            Album Description

            More Aussie Rock N Roll for fans of the current wave including The Vines, Casanovas, The Datsuns and Jet. The title track is backed with 'Sun Kids', 'Cavaties', 'Fill Me With Apples', 'Pack Of Nails' & 'Now Your Spirit Drags The Pack'. Digipak. EMI. 2002.

            Album Details

            The Sleepy Jackson Belong to a Breed of Aussie Rock N Roll Along with the Vines, the Casanovas, the Datsuns and Jet.

            Customer Reviews:

            4 out of 5 stars Disregard their review.......2003-01-17

            Okay, forget the Aussie rock comparisions they threw out there. This has about nothing to do w/ the Vines et all. This is more like Mercury Rev playing frisbee with the Flaming Lips while drinking some special "tea". And the Beatles are playing somewhere in the background. For fans of "Deserter Songs" or "Soft Bulletin" or "White Album" or any other great trip rock record. Highly recommended and difficult to find.
            Good Dancers
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              		Good Dancers
              The Sleepy Jackson
              Manufacturer: EMI Int'l
              ProductGroup: Music
              Binding: Audio CD

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              ASIN: B0000EWOAA
              Release Date: 2003-12-30

              Tracks:

              1. Good Dancers
              2. Bucket Of Love
              3. Hymn No 1
              4. Good Dancers (Video)

              Album Description

              Taken from the 2003 album, 'Lovers'. The title track is backed with three non-LP tracks, 'Bucket Of Love', 'Hymn #1' (exclusive) & 'Good Dancers' (Video). EMI Music Australia.

              Album Details

              "good Dancers" is the Outstanding Track from the Sleepy Jackson's Magnificent Debut Album "Lovers".
              Vampire Racecourse
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                		Vampire Racecourse
                Sleepy Jackson
                Manufacturer: EMI/Virgin
                ProductGroup: Music
                Binding: Audio CD

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                ASIN: B0000A1HAG
                Release Date: 2003-07-07

                Album Details

                Another Mammoth EP from the Sleepy Jackson have Been Hailed as the Next Great Australian Sensation, a Mind-blowing Concoction of Beatific Harmonies, Lush Melodies and a Dazzling Host of Slick Psychedelic Pop Influences.

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