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Posted |
March 11th 2008 |
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Jackson Browne Rolling Stone Review |
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Like
2005's Vol. 1, this
reflective journey through
Jackson Browne's catalog
restores him to his coffeehouse
roots — and to splendid effect.
Once again, the performances are
live — drawn from concerts
around the world — and
unadorned. Browne accompanies
himself on either guitar or
piano, while reaching back for
gems like 1973's "Redneck
Friend," and "My Stunning
Mystery Companion," from his
last studio album. This
stripped-down context emphasizes
the longing even in upbeat
singles like "Somebody's Baby,"
his 1982 hit from the Fast
Times at Ridgemont High
soundtrack. And the quietness in
his treatment of a political
song like "Casino Nation" only
adds to its devastating force.
Between songs, Browne speaks
about his life and music with
moving candor. His recollections
of a brief love affair in
England deepen our appreciation
— and his performance — of the
1972 classic "Something Fine."
This is Browne at his best,
engaging his audience, his own
experiences and the world around
him, all in songs that will not
lose their resonance any time
soon.
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ANTHONY DeCURTIS |
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