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Rating: THE REVIEW
The southern hemisphere has produced in the last five years some of the most interesting acts in the current hard rock scene; one of these is certainly Jet, who achieved success three years ago with their debut "Get Born" and thanks to the single "Are You Gonna Be My Girl?".
The new album "Shine On", due to a greater diversity of the songs it contains, might sound like a more relaxed work to an inattentive ear. Nothing could be further from the truth since, starting from the first single "Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is", the feeling is rather that the four guys from Melbourne have matured.
Tracks like "Bring It On Back" and "Shine On" — two ballads worthy of the best Oasis — only reinforce the framework of "Shine On", making it an album less monotonous than its predecessor. The Australian quartet, in its more adrenaline-filled moments (Rip It Up), suggests a cross between the Hives and Chuck Berry: a rock 'n' blues with an extra edge, if you get what I mean.
One certainly does not get bored with the fourteen compositions of "Shine On", but only as long as one doesn't turn up their nose at the blatant "seventies" tributes that pepper the work.
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Jet's second album Shine On showcases the band's growth with a more diverse and mature sound. From energetic rock riffs to memorable ballads, it balances 70s influences with fresh creativity. The album avoids monotony, offering both adrenaline-fueled tracks and thoughtful slower songs that recall Oasis's best moments. Fans of classic and modern rock alike will find it rewarding.Tracklist Lyrics
Jet
Jet are an Australian rock band from Melbourne, frequently described in the reviews as a garage/classic-rock revival act drawing on late-60s and 70s influences.11 Reviews
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By tyler69m
This LP demonstrated a confirmation of the good quality of the previous one, with a higher number of ballads, alternating with high-energy songs and many inspirations from various artists they adored.
In essence, this CD is, in my opinion, the best of the rock scene of 2006, along with Wolfmother and Strokes.
By JohnWinston
"After the stunning debut of 2003, Jet got lost in the depths of flatness."
"Some parts of 'Shine On' seem somewhat familiar but its brilliance reigns even over copyright doubts."
