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Binding: Audio CD
EAN: 0696998624429
Format: Enhanced, Limited Edition, Original recording reissued
Label: Sony
Manufacturer: Sony
Number Of Discs: 1
Publisher: Sony
Release Date: April 23, 2002
Studio: Sony
Editorial Review:
Amazon.com's Best of 2001:
The phonograph crackling that opens Pete Yorn's debut album is an appropriate gesture for an artist hailed as the best thing to come out of South Jersey since Bruce Springsteen. Actually, Yorn doesn't sound a thing like Springsteen, but he does possess a classic pop craftsmanship shared by tradition-minded singer-songwriters such as Neilson Hubbard and Elliot Smith. On the cool, infectious "Life on a Chain," Yorn's relaxed crooning evokes the spirit of Bruce Cockburn, while "Simonize," ostensibly a love song penned by Jack the Ripper, calls to mind Big Star-period Alex Chilton. Rhythmically, the part-time drummer and multi-instrumentalist (he scored the Farrelly brother's movie Me, Myself and Irene and plays most of the instruments here himself) leans toward the drone lilt of early New Order and Joy Division, resulting in a smooth fusion of American and Anglo influences that make Yorn a new artist well worth watching. --Bill Forman
Album Description:
Originally released in 2001 this version includes 4 bonus tracks 'Knew Enough To Know Nothing At All', 'Dancing In The Dark', 'China Girl' & 'New York City Serenade'.
Average Rating: 
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I'm a big fan of singer/songwriter types - everything from the lighter stuff of Nick Drake to more "rock" stuff like this Yorn disc - but it seems like most cds I get I'll listen to a few times and then it gets old. But not this one. Even months after I bought it, I still listen to it and like it. Some songs I like more than others (my faves are On Your Side and EZ), but still from top to bottom every song has something to offer. You won't be disappointed with this one.
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This cd will take you back to your free days in college and every relationship you had with the opposited sex. Each song grows on you with every listen. This cd just haunts me. Genius.
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Simply put just a great debut. One that IMHO Pete Yorn hasn't topped yet. Yorn is a very versatile singer/songwriter. He gets compared to Springsteen alot, although aside from the fact he's from Jersey and a great songwriter like the Boss, I don't really see any similarity. His voice at times sounds a little like Eddie Vedder. He can do the upbeat stuff like "Life on A Chain" and "Closet". Great slower tunes like "Just Another", "Lose You". And he can do flat out rockers like "For Nancy", and ... Read More
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pete yorn has released three major albums, and it seems like everyone is agreeing his first one, musicforthemorningafter, is still the best. he has light tunes that are good for sunny days or reflecting on things. he doesn't come off as obnoxious or conceited, and he doesn't seem to care if he's on mtv or not. i love this album. "life on a chain", "strange condition", and "closet" are the favorites from this album.
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Really enjoyed this CD, could listen to it over and over and not get bored.
