Jagged Little Pill Acoustic- released in 2005 suits the new Alanis really well. With her general albums showing a mellower (hippier) side, the acoustic take on the past albums is really a nice idea.
The good thing about this album is that the songs still have the familiarity that they did ... Read review
A review by SpookyMoon on Jagged Little Pill (10th Anniversary Acoustic Version) [ECD] - Alanis Morissette June 15th, 2009
Author's product rating:
Originality
Groundbreaking
Lyrics
Sublime
Quality and consistency of tracks
Flawless
How does it compare to the artist's other releases
Good
Value for Money
Good
Advantages:
Chilled out,familiar,still got that magic,more mature vocals make songs emotionally stronger .
Disadvantages:
Not really any new material but it does give you something new in sound and feel .
Recommend to potential buyers:
yes
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Jagged Little Pill Acoustic- released in 2005 suits the new Alanis really well. With her general albums showing a mellower (hippier) side, the acoustic take on the past albums is really a nice idea.
The good thing about this album is that the songs still have the familiarity that they did before but with a slightly new sound. Now if you are expecting it to be an album of just Alanis and an acoustic six string, then you will be proved wrong! From the first song 'All I Really Want', she seems to redefine what we come to expect from 'acoustic' set-ups and gives us a lot more for our money with a whole range of acoustic instruments. The songs feature some beautiful acoustic guitar medleys, harmonica accomaniments and some really filling percussionistic harmonies.
Although her voice has always been distinctive and wonderful to listen to, this album shows a more mature quality. If you compare it directly to the first version of this album, you will hear the difference immediately. Especially in the famed 'You Oughta Know'-which had girls crooning drunkenly for months after break-ups and became a kind of girl power mantra. I am a massive fan of the original version but since listening to this album, I am a bigger fan of the new acoustic one. The reason being that vocally she fights against the grain of emotion in this song and this gives it a much more powerful effect than when she shouts the lyrics in the first version. Lyrically this version is the same, of course, but the words (being more eloquently pronounced) take on a fuller newer meaning with those of us who have grown up with Alanis. After all, how long can you realistically stay angsty for?
This albums version of 'One Hand In My Pocket' is also really delicious. It has a beautiful (almost magical) dual guitar intro that is so elegant and charming that you almost psychically expect the xylophone to come in exactly when it does. Her voice drifts like a strong thought through the details of the song again giving us an emotionally poignant and uplifting display of her talent.
For those who were fans of the first version of Jagged Little Pill and feel concerned that this album wont have anything to offer, then dont be concerned. This album really does offer something different and as I have got older, I think I now prefer this version. It really is something lovely to put on when travelling on a busy packed tube that makes you feel more chilled, more contemplative and stil gives you that edge with the cutting wit of her memorable and catchy lyrics.
Summary: Really nice comparison to the first version, that actually I like better as I have got older.
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Acoustic Little Pill Review ofJagged Little Pill (10th Anniversary Acoustic Version) [ECD] - Alanis Morissetteby
Cookiebell75
Advantages: A gorgeous, relaxing version of her original, 1995 album Disadvantages: No new tracks
This album marks the 10 year anniversary of the release of Alanis' original 'Jagged Little Pill'.
I was such a fan of Alanis' 1995 album, 'Jagged Little Pill' that when I saw the acoustic version advertised in the summer of this year (2005) I purchased a copy almost immediately.
Apart from the fact that the songs are now heard as acoustic versions, there are some very subtle changes to the keys in which some of the songs are performed. "One hand ... ...more minor, making it a more interesting track than if it had simply been acoustic-ified!
The tracks are as follows:
1. All I Really Want 2. You Oughta Know
3. Perfect 4. Hand In My Pocket 5. Right Through You 6. Forgiven 7. You Learn 8. Head Over Feet 9. Mary Jane 10. Ironic 11. Not the Doctor 12. Wake Up
Overall, they are all more mellow, 'Head over feet' in particular - well, I only wish I'd heard this version before our wedding, we'd have ...
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A present well recieved... Review ofJagged Little Pill (10th Anniversary Acoustic Version) [ECD] - Alanis Morissetteby
bumblebee1981
Advantages: A mellow, tuneful album - fabulous background dinner music! Disadvantages: Probably not a good choice if buying for someone who doesnt appreciate sole vocals!
...a fan of alanis's work, Jagged Little Pill (original) was my first taste at the age of 14 of her brilliant works and am now the proud owner of four of her albums.
As my original Jagged Little Pill is somewhat lovingly worn I was pleased as punch - although a little dubious - when given the acoustic version. I did not need to be...
As an album is should not be confused as a money spinning rerelease of the original but should be celebrated for the ... ...All the rifts still maintain the magic of good music and the vocals are fantastic. All the songs (including the hidden track) have been transformed into mellow, relaxing melodies that you could even get away with playing in the background when your grandmas over for dinner. It allows the listener to sing along, strum along or just quietly listen without having to be in an over excited loony state. In some cases the songs are that much more powerful.
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Advantages: Great voice; new versions of old songs Disadvantages: No new material -but i guess that is the point of the album.
I bought this CD with a little hesitation as the original 'Jagged Little Pill' album back in 1995 was a classic. After being unimpressed with her last album 'Supposed Former Infatuation Junkie' I wondered what the motives behind re-releasing this album in an accoustic format were. A quick and easy payday? Cashing in on the reputation and success of what has to be said was a great album?
I'm glad to say that my fears were unfounded and that the album ... ...i have listened to have not detracted any from those on the original album - in fact i found myself listening to both albums in order to compare which version i found to be the best. I found this very difficult as each version has its own merits! The relaxing nature of the acoustic version is a contrast to the more 'rocky', upbeat style of the original.
This CD has been playing in both my car and home stereo system for a couple of weeks now and ...
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Title: Jagged Little Pill (10th Anniversary Acoustic Version) [ECD]
Performer: Alanis Morissette
Genre: Rock & Pop
Sub Genre: Singer/Songwriter
Release Date: 25/07/2005
Recomended Retail Price: 10.99 GBP
Original Release Year: 1995
Label / Distributor: Maverick / Cinram Logistics
Engineer: Bill Malina
Producer: Glen Ballard
Pieces in Set: 1
Studio / Live: Studio
Stereo: Stereo
Format: Performer
EAN: 93624934523
Catalogue Number: 9362493452
Additional notes
Album Notes: The enhanced portion of this release contains an unreleased video footage and more. This is an Enhanced CD, which contains both regular audio tracks and multimedia computer files. Personnel: Alanis Morissette (vocals, harmonica); David Levita (guitars, mandolin); Jason Orme (guitars); Ralph Morrison, Sara Parkins (violin); Roland Kato (viola); Steve Erdody (cello); Zac Rae (piano, organ, pump organ, keyboards); Cedric Lemoyne (bass guitar); Blair Sinta (drums, cajon drums, maracas, percussion). Liner Note Author: Alanis Morissette. Recording information: Westlake Audio, Hollywood, CA; Aerowave Studios, Los Angeles, CA. Ten years after the 1995 release of her bold Maverick debut, JAGGED LITTLE PILL, Alanis Morissette commemorated her breakthrough album by re-recording it in an acoustic-based studio setting. Those predicting safe reinterpretations of Morissette's headstrong, diary-like songs are proven wrong; here Glen Ballard's slick rock production is replaced by his own earthy, organic new arrangements, and Morissette is clearly invigorated by the chance to rework some of her most beloved tunes. The decade since JAGGED LITTLE PILL made Morissette a more savvy and nuanced artist. Some tracks, including the vibrant, Middle Eastern-inflected "All I Really Want" and the yearning "Wake Up," feature a string quartet, while others are transformed into spare, folk-like numbers. Morissette's revamping of her scathing rock hit "You Oughta Know" glides along on acoustic-guitar strumming and minimal drum beats, and "Head Over Feet" is transformed into a gentle, piano-led tune. Although JAGGED LITTLE PILL ACOUSTIC still showcases her youthful verve, it's a record that reveals a subtler, more mature side of Morissette, and reinforces her remarkable staying power.
Titles on disc 1
1.: All I Really Want
2.: You Oughta Know
3.: Perfect
4.: Hand In My Pocket
5.: Right Through You
6.: Forgiven
7.: You Learn
8.: Head Over Feet
9.: Mary Jane
10.: Ironic
11.: Not The Doctor
12.: Wake Up
13.: Your House (hidden track)
14.: Your House
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