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 Speechless Nov 13, 2009
This is such a great album. The lyrics are amazing, the music is brilliant. It is innovative, fresh, inspirational and simply perfect.
 Another worthy solo Stroke effort Nov 12, 2009
Now with Julian issuing his solo album, that leaves just one Stroke that hasn't created one yet (Nick). Maybe he'll put one out sometime before the next Strokes release. Now back to Julian's album - it is another worthy addition to the solo album output by his bandmates. I rank it up there with the Little Joy album and Albert Hammond Jr.'s first solo effort. On the surface, "Phrazes for the Young" sounds like a Strokes album, but once you dig in further the songs shift and turn into something else, with only the vocals reminding you that this could be the Strokes. The opening song, "Out of the Blue" is a strong start and could easily be a radio single if current fluff like Owl City didn't rule the airwaves. The other tracks that follow grow even more ambitious (but still catchy), with "Ludlow St." being one of the peaks. The best way to describe that track is a cosmic country song. The only song that doesn't do as much for me is "River of Brakelights" - it's an experimental song that could have used some good trimming and editing. By the time the closer "Tourist" rolls in, all is well again. If you enjoyed the other solo efforts from the Strokes, then this album is recommended. Should be interesting to hear what the next Strokes effort will sounds like...
1 of 2 found the following review helpful:
The Strokes' Lead Singer Finally Goes Solo Nov 09, 2009
Solo projects always result in the inevitable comparison to the band from which they originally became famous. In the case of Julian Casablancas, that original band is The Strokes. Casablancas, The Strokes' lead singer and songwriter, clearly took his time coming out with his own material. Albert Hammond Jr., The Strokes' rhythm guitarist released his first solo album in 2006 and has released a second album since. Nikolai Fraiture, the bassist for The Strokes, released his debut album with his side project, Nickel Eye, in January of this year. Even the drummer, Fabrizio Moretti, has done some side work with the band Little Joy. That being said, it's almost unheard of for the lead singer and guitarist of a band to be the last to release a solo record.
So the real question is: "was it worth the wait?" For anyone expecting a fourth Strokes album, the answer is no. For the open minded musical manipulative minds that appreciate Thom Yorke's solo work almost as much as Radiohead, this album is certainly worth a listen. The album opens up with "Out of the Blue," a track that maintains a Strokes feel while taking more chances lyrically. Following that is "Left Right in the Dark" which opens with hints of what's to come including synthesizer, but ends up evolving into another song that could be a believable B-side for The Strokes. Perhaps Casablancas was looking for an easy way to lure fans of The Strokes into listening to his new material because from there, the Strokes style is nearly gone with the exception of Casablancas' signature vocals complete with effects matching those used with his original band.
The second half of Phrazes for the Young often plays like a Strokes and Beck collaboration. Things don't really get too crazy until track five with "Ludlow Street." A little bit country, a little bit rock `n' roll, "Ludlow Street" throws in brass, off beat hand claps, banjo, the high pitched rotating effect of a Leslie speaker, a drum machine, and a handful of other effects. Two tracks later, the song "Glass" clearly takes its name from the most prominent instrument on the song.
Julian Casablancas clearly made an effort to stray from the styles of his original band and the result is fairly successful. The Strokes' influences are still present at times, but Casablancas' solo effort is unique. Now that each member of The Strokes has released an album with a side project, fans might find it interesting to give each album released during the Strokes' hiatus a listen to hear where each member has contributed their own style to their original collaboration.
Similar Artists: The Strokes, Jet, Franz Ferdinand
Track Suggestion: Glass
1 of 2 found the following review helpful:
Great Album Nov 07, 2009
This is the only album that has made me excited and even anticipate to go buy it. There's just not that many artists or cd's out there nowadays that you actually can't wait to buy. In my very simple opinion i think "out of the blue", "left and right in the dark", "11th dimension" and "Glass" are the heart and the best of the album and make the album worth it. You can tell Julian Casablancas is the master behind the strokes!!
2 of 3 found the following review helpful:
Worth the wait Nov 05, 2009
I have to admit I may be a bit biased, I absolutely LOVE the strokes. I've followed their solo projects and have enjoyed them all. When I heard 11th Dimension the first time, I couldn't believe the synth-y sound...and was a bit off put. However, after listening to the whole album I love it and it leaves me wanting for more. Can't wait for the new strokes album...but this fix will do for now.
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