Once upon a time Jamiroquai were innovative, interesting and original... however all fairy tales must come to an end. Nowadays Jamiroquai are no better than your average pop group, except this time they are not run by a greedy manager, they are instead run by an over-greedy, money grabbing ... Read review
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Synkronized
With songs that fall exactly in between early Michael Jackson and Taste of Honey,
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Jamiroquai's Synkronized is a funk-disco inferno that is distinguished from its 1970s counterparts only by its 1990s production. It contains all the same ingredients: wah...
Synkronized - Jamiroquai
With songs that fall exactly in between early Michael Jackson and Taste of Honey,
... more
Jamiroquai's Synkronized is a funk-disco inferno that is distinguished from its 1970s counterparts only by its 1990s production. It contains all the same ingredients: wah...
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Synkronized - Jamiroquai
With songs that fall exactly in between early Michael Jackson and Taste of Honey,
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Jamiroquai's Synkronized is a funk-disco inferno that is distinguished from its 1970s counterparts only by its 1990s production. It contains all the same ingredients: wah-wah guitar, electric piano, soft-sided strings oozing out melody, pot-bellied bass and a blasted-out horn section that evokes images of three guys stepping in sync while their sequined flairs swipe over white patent-leather loafers. While the funk is steamy enough to flatten the tallest 'fro, Jay Kay's impeccable ability to emulate Stevie Wonder's vocals brings on the cool side. But the album isn't all about a time warp. Just when you think Jamiroquai aren't going to step a toe beyond 1978, "Supersonic", the seventh track, throws down an acid-house riff that works in didgeridoo and a synthed-out cowbell. "Where Do We Go from Here" rocks with a leapfrogging blues piano and tangy bongos. The album's grand finale, "King for a Day", is a regal rock-operatic excursion embellished with fully orchestrated piano and strings. Overall, this Jamiroquai jamfest is an irreplaceable summer-in-the-city album.--Beth Massa
Advantages: it contains a pop classic - 'canned head' Disadvantages: Completely unoriginal and sounds hypocritical in places
Once upon a time Jamiroquai were innovative, interesting and original... however all fairy tales must come to an end. Nowadays Jamiroquai are no better than your average pop group, except this time they are not run by a greedy manager, they are instead run by an over-greedy, money grabbing lyricist by the name of Jason Kay.
The sold out style worked on the previous release of Travelling Without Moving, hell it even worked on the albums first single ... ...the rule. The album truly is a tragedy, and could very well signal the end of the band. However, the album may not be all bad.. sure the lyrics are laughable, gone is the day of shouting for political freedom, screaming for help to the environment.. but some of the beats still have that funky vibe.. and Canned Heat will no doubt remain one of the best pop tunes of recent years. But its not Jamiroquai, thats the problem, this is an album for fans ...
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Advantages: New and Improve feal to Jamiroquai's funkin toons Disadvantages: Don't be silly!
FIRSTLY: buy this album!!! it is very unique and has the greatest toons like Canned Heat and Supersonic! be warned though, that it isn't very typically Jamiroquai, compared to the last 3 (GREAT) albums. Jamiroquai frontman JK, has evolved from his cool funking toons, and crafted them into a more modern, but still Funkin' groove! You must also remember that the album was rished slightly, as Stuart Zender (former jamiroquai bassist - now married to ... ...Jamiroquai had to start from scratch! King For A Day is all about Stuart Zender, with very passionate and meaningful lyrics. JK does not try to follow any style or type; how many other bands can you compare to Jamiroquai? none!!!
on the whole, this album is well-worth buying. The cool little buffalo logo says it all really! ...
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Advantages: Contains the singles 'Deeper Underground,' 'King For A Day' and 'Supersonic.' Disadvantages: Not as different as Jamiroquai used to be. Quite standard.
This album from Jamiroquai is not their best ever in my opinion. I was not incredibly impressed by 'Canned Heat,' but it has grown on me. I was recommended the album, and several people had told me that it was quite good. I was glad to see that the tracks, 'Deeper Underground,' 'King For A Day' and 'Supersonic' were included as these are favourites of mine. This album is quite a standard album, and blends in somewhat with the other music around. ... ...2000, but I don't think it won! It is a great album to relax to, as there is not a lot of fast moving music, and it is quite slow in places and quiet. It is though slightly better than other similar music around, and I do like most of the tracks on this album, overall, if your a dedicated Jamiroquai fan, you'll probably love it, but to me it's quite standard, although I would recommend it to others if they like that style of music. ...
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22.06.2001
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Synkronised is the bands fourth album. It contains hits such as King for a day and Canned Heat, which is partly why I bought the album. The album also contains other good song such as 'where do we go from here' , a classic example of Jamiroquai's music. There is a wide range of styles which follow Jay Kay's funky style of music. It is though, liked by some and not by others, this music is not for everybody. If you are a fan of his music then this ...
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AH THIS IS THE KIND OF MUSIC I LIKE ORGINAL MUSIC! HERE IS A MIX OF DIFFERENT SOUNDS PUT TOGETHER ON A FANTASTIC ALBUM IT REALLY IS A FANTSTIC ALBUIM WHICH I BELIEVE WILL APPEAL TO ALMOST ANYBODY. THE ALBUM IS PACKED OF ORIGINAL LONG TRACKS ALL OF WHICH ARE OF A VERY HIGH STANDARD. I CAN NOT COMPARE THESE BAND NOR THIS ALBUM TO ANY BODY ELSES BECAUSE I HONESTLY DO ONT KNOW OF ANY ONE ELSE WHO CAN PERFORM SUCH GREAT MUSIC AMD SUCH A FANTASTIC ALBUM. ...
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Label / Distributor: Sony Soho2 / Sony BMG/Arvato Services
Engineer: Al Stone
Producer: Jay Kay; Al Stone
Pieces in Set: 1
Studio / Live: Studio
Stereo: Stereo
Format: Performer
EAN: 5099749451728
Catalogue Number: 4945172
Additional notes
Album Notes: Jamiroquai includes: Jay Kay (vocals); Simon Katz, Irwin Kelles (guitar); Wallis Buchanan (digeridoo); Toby Smith (keyboards); Nick Fyffe (bass); Derrick McKenzie (drums); Sola Akingbola (percussion); Katie Kissoon, Beverley Skeet (background vocals).
Titles on disc 1
1.: Canned Heat
Additional notes
Album Reviews: Q (1/00, p.85) - Included in Q Magazine's "50 Best Albums of 1999."
Titles on disc 1
2.: Planet Home
3.: Black Capricorn Day
4.: Soul Education
5.: Falling
6.: Destitute Illusions
7.: Supersonic
8.: Butterfly
9.: Where Do We Go From Here
10.: King For A Day
11.: Deeper Underground
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