Phrazes for the Young (Deluxe Version)
Julian Casablancas
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Out of the Blue | Julian Casablancas | 4:41 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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Left & Right In the Dark | Julian Casablancas | 4:54 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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11th Dimension | Julian Casablancas | 4:03 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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4 Chords of the Apocalypse | Julian Casablancas | 4:59 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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Ludlow St. | Julian Casablancas | 5:42 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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River of Brakelights | Julian Casablancas | 5:08 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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Glass | Julian Casablancas | 5:20 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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Tourist | Julian Casablancas | 5:02 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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Old Hollywood | Julian Casablancas | 4:32 | Album Only | View In iTunes |
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30 Minute Boyfriend | Julian Casablancas | 3:31 | Album Only | View In iTunes |
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I Wish It Was Christmas Today | Julian Casablancas | 3:11 | Album Only | View In iTunes |
| Booklet Digital Booklet - Phrazes For The Young (Deluxe Version) | Julian Casablancas | Album Only | View In iTunes |
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iTunes Review
Even though Julian Casblancas is the singer and main songwriter for the Strokes, he doesn’t pursue the Strokes sound or even emphasize his voice on this debut solo album. Instead, he jams himself into the mix and explores a different take on retro than his retro-garage band. “Out of the Blue” kicks things off with a heavily compressed wall of sound, the soothing ‘oohs’ of the chorus lost in a swirl of ‘60s-inspired guitars and keyboards. “Left & Right In the Dark” begins with a soothing roller-rink organ and processed vocals layered among the staccato guitar licks, sounding like slightly more edgy ‘70s MOR. “11th Dimension” sports happy synthesizers for an ‘80s dance party. “4 Chords of the Apocalypse” channels a ‘60s R&B ballad through the automaton sounds of the ‘80s. “Ludlow St.” throws in a country music lope amidst its cramped keyboard heavy arrangement. “River of Brakelights” ramps up the Gary Numan “Cars” influence as it swings out of control. “Glass” slows things for an electro ballad. “Tourist” closes things out with a swinging gait, some deep bass rumbles and Casablancas’ lazy-man vocals rolling right into the cascading keyboards.
Customer Reviews
The Strokes is Julian Casablancas!
Okay take a breather, I believe its safe to say that Julian can handle well without the Strokes. This is definielty a solo record with a heartbeat. Its first track Out of The Blue, explores Mr. Casablancas’s trouble with alcohol, even with his comic dark lyrical tones “Yes, I know I'm going to hell in a purple basket, Least I'll be in another world, While you're p*****g on my casket.” This entire album is about Julian’s overcoming his drinking problem, and the tormented grace of accepting doom. Another song that surprised me, is 4 Chords Of The Apocalypse a John Lennon like piano ballad which totally tells you Julian is force to be reckoned with. Its masterpieces, Ludlow St. & Glass really make this album its life force; you’ll remember the sample beats from the Phrazes For The Young trailer. Its top singles like 11th Dimension, sound like an unreleased track from New Order’s 1986 release Brotherhood album. The other, River Of Breaklights is maybe the most outrageous sound ive heard, meaning it in a good way. Its almost a cousin song to Impressions of the Earth’s track Ize of the world. BUT! If your looking for a Strokes album, your best bet is to scroll back and buy Little Joy’s debut album (also on itunes). But Again! If your looking for something new, then you’ve found it.
Phrazes for the Young
This has truly been proof that there is still musical talents being conducted in 2009. It may have been a terrible year with the Lady Gaga's running around and Black Eye Peas playing their overrated and overplayed songs, but you can count on Julian to save the day once again.
Good Work, Mr. Casablancas.
What do you get when you inject The Strokes with synth power-pop? Julian's signature dead-pan vocals harmonizing with soaring, complex, clever arrangements--weaving seamlessly between drab anti-choruses and powerful, emotional hooks. The stunning contrast is enough to draw in pretentious, hipster record-store clerks and the less image-conscious fans of good music alike.
I'm looking forward to Friday--live at The Palace!
Top Albums and Songs by Julian Casablancas
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Out of the Blue | Phrazes for the Young (Deluxe Version) | 4:41 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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11th Dimension | Phrazes for the Young (Deluxe Version) | 4:03 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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11th Dimension | 11th Dimension - Single | 4:03 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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Left & Right In the Dark | Phrazes for the Young (Deluxe Version) | 4:54 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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I Wish It Was Christmas Today | I Wish It Was Christmas Today - Single | 3:11 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
