In Between Dreams [Digipak]

Artist: Jack Johnson

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Average Rating: (See all 7 reviews) Label: Universal Records (USA) 24 hour shipping 1  Better Together 2  Never Know 3  Banana Pancakes 4  Good People 5  No Other Way 6  Wishing Sitting, Waiting 7  Staple It Together 8  Situations 9  Crying Shame 10  If I Could 11  Breakdown 12  Belle 13  Do You Remember 14  Constellations Performer Notes Personnel: Jack Johnson (vocals, guitar); Merlo Podlewski (bass instrument); Adam Topol (drums, percussion). Recording information: 10/2004. A former professional surfer and self-proclaimed beach bum, Jack Johnson is an unlikely candidate for rock-star status. Somehow, however, this everyman's mellow pop songs seem to tap into a commonly held desire for the simple life. The formula on IN BETWEEN DREAMS doesn't vary much from Johnson's previous albums, but is no less engaging--delicately strummed acoustic guitar, round bass lines, and gently funky drum patterns form a comforting bed for the Hawaii native's effortlessly soulful R&B-meets-folk vocals. Sounding at times like a more laid-back G. Love (without the rap tendencies), Johnson celebrates the simple pleasures and asks the big questions with the childlike innocence that only someone living in a literal paradise could muster. "Banana Pancakes" is a Harry Nilsson-like groover that urges listeners to skip work and enjoy themselves every so often, while "Good People" decries the age of reality television with a poignancy reminiscent of Donovan at his free-spirited best. Perhaps the track that most accurately encapsulates Johnson's unique less-is-more approach, however, is "Belle," a jazzy ditty that clocks in at less than two minutes and lets a swooning accordion tell the bulk of the story. Professional Reviews Mojo (Publisher) (p.109) - 3 stars out of 5 - "A rare feat: gentle and kind without becoming soppy or daft." Producer: Mario Caldato, Jr. Format: CD (1 Disc); Stereo Country: USA Quantity Available: 4 UPC: 602498800331 Studio/Live: Studio Release Date: 1 March 2005

This CD Is very casual and yet filled with some great songs with soft guitar rifts, great percussion and good ol everyday lyrics about life. Johnson's sound is one that softly relaxes and compliments an atmoshpere everyone wants. Jack's personal talent and writing is compelling. This is a CD Worth owning and adding to one's collection.

The third cd recorded by ex-surfer Jack Johnson, In Between Dreams is in my opinion the best cd that Johnson has released and the ultimate summer album. The mix of really relaxed and laid back tracks makes for great listening. With tracks like "Good People" including very political lyrics about the media as well as light-hearted songs like "Banana Pancakes" this cd shows Johnsons skills as a talented songwriter.

oh dear, could there BE a more boring album out there?!? i dont think so. this album all sounds the same, as you can tell by the radio "hits" breakdown and sitting waiting wishing. but if you like all that boring surfer dullness then this album will probably appeal. but for those wanting something a bit more exciting out of their average cd, look elsewhere, this will only make you sleepy.

Jack Johnson is one of the best song writers out in the world of music where catchy phrases and lack of musical variety rule the world of music its good to hear something that tells a story and leaves something with the listener. With his great guitar Jack Johnson has no paricular genre but great music.

Jack Johnson is one of the best song writers out in the world of music where catchy phrases and lack of musical variety rule the world of music its good to hear something that tells a story and leaves something with the listener. With his great guitar Jack Johnson has no paricular genre but great music. Although his songs start to get bland after listening to them a while Jack Johnson changes up things with songs like Belle,Good People,and Sitting,Waiting,Wishing. This is probably one of the best albums I've bought in years, and with its great melodies and great lyrics it'll have you reciting the words at your desk at work in no time.

boring cd from jack johnson, but what else is new. its like he doesnt even try to vary his music, or think that people want something other than boring instruments whcih are largely acoustic, and easy listening lyrics and singing that sounds lkike a lullaby. in between dreams alright, thats waht you will be when you listen to this.

'in Between Dreams' is a lovely slice of light acoustic pop. The music is quite sublime and relaxed in nature. My favourite songs are the bossa nova-like 'Do You Remember' ,'Staple It Togehter' and 'Constellations'. Recommended.