Jacksonville City Nights [Import]

Product Description:
International version features one bonus track, a beautiful version of Elvis Presley's 'Always on My Mind' that features a string section conducted by Bergen White. Ryan & the Cardinals return again in 2005 with another studio album, 'Jacksonville City Nights'. 15 tracks in total including 'Kiss Before I Go', 'Hard Way To Fall' and 'Dear John'. Lost Highway. 2005.

Jacksonville City Nights,Ryan Adams & the Cardinals,Lost Highway,Adult Alternative Pop/Rock,Alternative Country,Alternative Country-Rock,Alternative Pop/Rock,Americana,Country,Rock,Singer/Songwriter

Average customer rating: More Like Rock'N'Roll, No I Am Not Kidding Missing the Point Define "Alt Country" A little too country for me. Would make a dog howl

Jacksonville City Nights Ryan Adams & the Cardinals Manufacturer: Lost Highway ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Alt-Country & Americana | Country | Styles | Music Singer-Songwriters | Pop | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Adult Alternative | Pop | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Alt-Country & Americana | Country | Indie Music | Stores | Music $9.99 and Under | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Pop | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Rock | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Alternative Rock | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Country | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music All Blowout Music | Blowout Music | Stores | Music $9.99 and Under | Prices | Blowout Music | Stores | Music More Titles at Least 25% Off | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: 29 Cold Roses Heartbreaker Easy Tiger Prairie Wind ASIN: B000AOF9RU Release Date: 2005-09-27

Tracks:

1. A KISS BEFORE I GO
2. THE END
3. HARD WAY TO FALL
4. DEAR JOHN
5. THE HARDEST PART
6. GAMES
7. SILVER BULLETS
8. PEACEFUL VALLEY
9. SEPTEMBER
10. MY HEART IS BROKEN
11. TRAINS
12. PA
13. WITHERING HEIGHTS
14. DON'T FAIL ME NOW

Amazon.com

Arguably the most eclectically prolific artist since Prince, Ryan Adams continues his chameleon revivalism with his most straightforward country music to date. Having evoked the inspiration of bands ranging from T. Rex to the Grateful Dead on previous solo releases, the former Whiskeytown frontman here channels the likes of Faron Young on "My Heart Is Broken," while framing the shot-and-a-beer opener, "A Kiss Before I Go," with honky-tonk piano and pedal steel. "Seems like I'm always movin'," he sings amid the rockabilly kick of "Trains," as the album finds his restless muse ranging from a dreamy duet with Norah Jones on "Dear John" to naked vulnerability reminiscent of John Lennon on "Silver Bullets." Only Adams would cut a track titled "The End" and sequence it second on the CD, or a song called "Peaceful Valley" and inject it with so much emotion. --Don McLeese

Recommended Ryan Adams Discography

Heartbreaker	Gold	Love Is Hell
Whiskeytown, Pneumonia	Whiskeytown, Stranger's Almanac	Whiskeytown, Faithless Street

Customer Reviews:

More Like Rock'N'Roll, No I Am Not Kidding.......2007-07-02

On the surface Jacksonville City Nights would seem to be Ryan Adams at purely his most country, raw acoustic guitar, and heart on his shoulder lyrics.

What Jacksonville City Nights however actually accomplishes is similar to what Rock N Roll, an electrified blast of alternative rock, did, morph Adams into a certain type of performer at a certain moment in time adding another dash to the pallet of his career. That might be impressive artistically but the question is do you all of a sudden like raw country simply because the previous it boy jumps into the genre?

On Jacksonville, Adams actually runs away from his previous core sound and the results are both impressive and jarring. If you want the pop hooks that adulterated his previous records Gold and Cold Roses, then Jacksonville isn't for you. Instead Adams steps into Willie Nelson mode and when it works (The Hardest Part, A Kiss Before I Go) you get some raw pure country sounds. When it doesn't work (title track) you get all the whiney walling that may have pushed you away from the genre. Therefore if you liked raw country before hand, you'll probably like Adams take on the genre, if you're only listening because Adams has jump into the genre, you'll likely find all the reasons you didn't like country music throughout Jacksonville City Nights. Maybe if Adams had spent more time with this focus a more complete feel would overtake the record, however being a relative rookie when it comes to the raw country sound he goes for on Jacksonville, Adams actually sounds like a rookie performer putting out his first record.

Jacksonville therefore is a member of a growing group of Adams records that see him take on a genre and bring all of its strengths and weaknesses to the forefront. So the passion for the genre is there but the experience to pull it off isn't.

Missing the Point.......2007-05-13

"Heartbreaker - loved it; Gold - loved it; Demolition - had its moments; Rock-N-Roll - OK, the guy isn't perfect; Love is Hell - REALLY loved it; Cold Roses - good stuff."

I'm quoting an earlier reviewer, and it's eerie how those quick-capsule reviews mirror my own opinion of Adams' output. But I disagree with those who compare his singing to a dog's howl, or blame country music itself. Traditional country is deceptively difficult to sing, and Ryan Adams just can't do it convincingly. He's trying to bear down on notes like George Jones and misses the mark by a mile. While I wouldn't go so far to liken his voice to dog noises, it is surprisingly devoid of emotional weight. I say "surprisingly", because Love Is Hell showcased some fantastic, emotive vocalizing. This one just sounds like he's phoning it in, as if he hasn't truly lived what he's singing about... which breaks the first rule of classic country. Ryan, stick with the "alt-" prefix stuff... you're way out of your league here.

Define "Alt Country".......2007-04-26

First of all, I would go three and a half stars on this one but Amazon only allows whole numbers. I'm giving Ryan Adams the benefit of the doubt and rounding up.

This is by far the most country album he's put out since leaving Whiskeytown. Now, I'm not the biggest fan of country music but this doesn't sound like any other country music out there. What I can't stand is the country-pop-flagwaving-prothisprothat kind of crap out there now. I like real country. Real country is Johnny Cash, Merle Haggard, Hank Williams, etc. I guess it could be called "old" country. That's this album sounds like. Ryan's country stuff has been labeled "Alt Country." I'm not sure what the heck "Alt Country" is but if this is it then it sounds like REAL country. If you're a Rock fan you probably won't like this album. If you're a country-pop fan you might like this album. If you're a real Ryan Adams fan you'll probably like this album. If you're fan of good old fashioned country you'll definately like this album. Tracks 1, 4, 9, & 10 are probably the standouts on this album. It's not a must have but if you're in the mood, it delivers.

A little too country for me........2007-02-12

I love Ryan Adams' music. I got hooked on Rock & Roll and have bought everything he's done (with the exception of his whiskeytown stuff). At first I turned my nose up to his more country albums but after a hiatus I listened to them again and enjoyed them immensley; however, this album was just too country for me. I'd like to be able to say it's just because of my dislike for country music in general but a friend of mine who does like country music and also loves Ryan's music did not care for it either. Just my opinion, don't be upset.

Would make a dog howl.......2007-01-24

Heartbreaker - loved it; Gold - loved it; Demolition - had its moments; Rock-N-Roll - OK, the guy isn't perfect; Love is Hell - REALLY loved it; Cold Roses - good stuff.

And that brings me to Jacksonville City Nights, which I would give a **1/2. Those who gave it 4 or 5 stars are apparently not bothered by Adams' strained and overwrought vocals on a number of tracks. Adams' voice, which can be among the best (think "I See Monsters" on Love is Hell), at times morphs into something that would make a dog howl.

In his past work, Adams had a knack for scaling back his voice just when he was reaching his vocal limit. Not here. Halfway through "Trains", Adams' loud and high-pitched vocals make me cringe, ruining what otherwise is a good song. Same goes for "The Hardest Part" and "The End." Adams' voice on "Peaceful Valley" is dreadful throughout. And then there are the collection of sparse songs ("Silver Bullets", "September" and "PA") that are agreeable I guess but didn't leave much of an impression with me.

Still, there are some strong songs here. "Withering Heights" ranks up there with his best, and both "A Kiss Before I Go" and "My Heart is Broken" show Adams at his country best. Songs that grew on me were "Games", "A Hard Way to Fall" and "Dear John." The latter seems to get better the more I listen to it.

Adams has such an incredible and malleable voice that he does not need to force things. While I hope he continues to try out new styles in the future, I am also hoping he sticks to vocals that better suit his considerable talent.

Average customer rating:

Jacksonville City Nights Ryan Adams & the Cardinals Manufacturer: Universal Japan ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Alt-Country & Americana | Country | Styles | Music Singer-Songwriters | Pop | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Adult Alternative | Pop | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Alt-Country & Americana | Country | Indie Music | Stores | Music Alternative Rock | Imports | Stores | Music Rock | Imports | Stores | Music Similar Items: Let It Ride, Pt. 1 Gold (Limited Edition) Rock N Roll Music in High Places - Ryan Adams (Live in Jamaica) Strangers Almanac ASIN: B000AA7ECM Release Date: 2005-10-03

Tracks:

1. Kiss Before I Go
2. End
3. Hard Way to Fall
4. Dear John
5. Hardest Part
6. Games
7. Silver Bullets
8. Peaceful Valley
9. September
10. My Heart Is Broken
11. Trains
12. PA
13. Withering Heights
14. Don't Fail Me Now
15. Jeane [*]
16. Always on My Mind [*]
17. What Sin Replaces Love [Remonstration Recording][*]

Average customer rating:

Jacksonville City Nights Ryan Adams & the Cardinals Manufacturer: Lost Highway ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Alt-Country & Americana | Country | Styles | Music Singer-Songwriters | Pop | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Adult Alternative | Pop | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Alt-Country & Americana | Country | Indie Music | Stores | Music Alternative Rock | Imports | Stores | Music Rock | Imports | Stores | Music Similar Items: Easy Tiger Kicking Television: Live in Chicago ASIN: B000B7G0K6 Release Date: 2005-10-11

Tracks:

1. A Kiss Before I Go
2. The End
3. Hard Way To Fall
4. Dear John
5. The Hardest Part
6. Games
7. Silver Bullets
8. Peaceful Valley
9. September
10. My Heart Is Broken
11. Trains
12. Pa
13. Withering Heights
14. Don't Fail Me Now
15. Always On My Mind

Album Description

International version features one bonus track, a beautiful version of Elvis Presley's 'Always on My Mind' that features a string section conducted by Bergen White. Ryan & the Cardinals return again in 2005 with another studio album, 'Jacksonville City Nights'. 15 tracks in total including 'Kiss Before I Go', 'Hard Way To Fall' and 'Dear John'. Lost Highway. 2005.

Album Details

The Second 2005 Full Length Album from the Prolific Singer/Songwriter and his Critically Acclaimed Accompanists. The 15 Song Set was Produced by Tom Schick and Band Personnel Include J.p. Bowerstock (Electric Guitar), Brad Pemberton (Drums), Jon Graboff (Pedal Steel, 12 String Guitar, Mandolin, Tambourine, Backing Vocals) and Catherine Popper (Bass, Keyboards, Backing Vocals). Among the Tracks is "Dear John", a Haunting Duet with Norah Jones. While the Songs on It's Immediate Precedent "Cold Roses" Found Inspiration from Such Artists as the Grateful Dead and Neil Young, "Jacksonville City Nights" Incorporates Some of the Finest Ingredients of Traditional Country Music. The Arrangements and Melodies Are Enchanting and Adams Delivers Some of the Best Vocals He Has Ever Recorded. Includes the Bonus Track "Always on My Mind".

Average customer rating:

Jacksonville City Nights Ryan Adams & the Cardinals ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Alt-Country & Americana | Country | Styles | Music Singer-Songwriters | Pop | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Adult Alternative | Pop | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Alt-Country & Americana | Country | Indie Music | Stores | Music Rock | Imports | Stores | Music ASIN: B000BGH100 Release Date: 2005-09-27

Tracks:

1. Kiss Before I Go
2. End
3. Hard Way to Fall
4. Dear John
5. Hardest Part
6. Games
7. Silver Bullets
8. Peaceful Valley
9. September
10. My Heart Is Broken
11. Trains
12. PA
13. Withering Heights
14. Don't Fail Me Now

Album Description

UK version features 2 bonus tracks, 'Always On My Mind' & 'Jeane'. Ryan & the Cardinals return again in 2005 with another studio album, Jacksonville City Nights. 16 tracks in total. Lost Highway. 2005.

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