Ordinary Heroes
Howard Jones
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Straight Ahead | Howard Jones | 4:13 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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Say It Like You Mean It | Howard Jones | 3:35 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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Someone You Need | Howard Jones | 3:31 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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Collective Heartbeat | Howard Jones | 3:48 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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Fight On | Howard Jones | 4:06 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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Even If I Don't Say | Howard Jones | 3:50 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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Ordinary Heroes | Howard Jones | 4:33 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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You knew Us So Well | Howard Jones | 4:55 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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Love Never Wasted | Howard Jones | 4:48 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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Soon You'll Go | Howard Jones | 4:37 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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Album Review
Ordinary Heroes marks a significant shift for Howard Jones who abandons almost every synthesized element that characterized his music from Human's Lib on in favor of smooth, litely soulful groove. It’s his quietest album ever, stealing that distinction from 1998’s People, and the lack of snazzy synths shifts focus directly upon Jones’ songs, which trade easy pop melodies for a measure of introspection. There’s a dose of sprightliness on a couple of songs, such as “Collective Heartbeat” and “Even If I Don’t Say,” but most of the album is deliberate and slow — an intentional move, to make it all the better to ruminate on Jones’ quiet reflections and slowly churning grooves. He sustains this mood throughout Ordinary Heroes, and for many listeners who have stayed with him throughout the past quarter-century, it will be easy to slip inside his world.
Customer Reviews
No Ordinary Hojo
The 80's Howard Jones capitalized on the novelty of TR-909 like drum machines, sawtoothy synth pop arrangements, the occasional big production, (and spunky hairdos). His upbeat lyrical message was often carried by some truly melodic composition, that made up for him not exactly being lead singer material (hard for keyboardists). His image/message was straight forward, always sincere, and (deservedly) won him endearing fans. HoJo was often the object of disdain for intellectual rock critics who could not stomach a solo keyboardist with a wholesome message ( and ahem - no guitars or attitude) scoring FM hits; it was an unnerving (albeit brief) revenge of soft pop/synth rock. While the synth arrangements were well done - some of the more ambitious ones on his later albums started to get in the way of, and even obscure his music. So eventually, Mr. Jones pretty much exhausted his trademark 80's sound (with more then adequate mileage on it). So yes, some folks will be disappointed to not find the synthy Howard Jones here. But the musical treat here is more mature (and complex) arrangements that showoff Mr. Jones melodic and lyrical talent in a way you could not do with synths alone. His message and musical talent are intact, and not obscured by the AOR/soft rock format. A worthwhile, rewarding, and heart warming listen.
Excellent Transition Album
Look, I've been was of Howard borderline fanatics size I first saw him on tour opening for the Eurythmics in 82. And while this is not my favorite album from him, especially after 2007 amazing and electro groundbreaking Revolution of The Heart album and tour. But I would purchase this album for the single "Soon You'll Go" alone, not to mention his solo re-recording of his #1 hit duet with Duncan Sheik, "Someone You Need." But what some of the haters on her need to realize is, 1) The man is in his mid 50's. He's not going to be a cutting edge synth God for ever. 2) He just came off an amazing Revolution of The Heart album and you can't do two identical albums in a row. 3) Everything Howard ever writes is on piano first, proving that he is a true songwriter first. These are meaty, thought provoking songs on Ordinary Heroes. Yes, they aren't dance floor gems. But not everything needs to be. With that said, Howard has another electro themed album in the works. I'm just happy he's still releasing consistent, thought provoking music well after all of his peers have retired. His current single, "Soon You'll Go" about his youngest child, his daughter, getting ready to move out and start a family of her own, brings a tear to my eye with every listen. Especially the end when the all male choir kicks in. This is an album about love and heroes. Well Done HoJo!
Been a fan forever!
I been a fan of Hoeard Jones for over 25 years now. I loved his last album "Revolution Of The Heart" and thought, he's finally back! Hearing this one makes me think he's digressed again. What happened? Such heart, such soul searching. This one is kinda bland and boring. Still a fan, but, just disappointed.
Biography
Born: February 23, 1955 in Southampton, England
Genre: Pop
Years Active: '80s, '90s, '00s, '10s
Top Albums and Songs By Howard Jones
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Things Can Only Get Better | Best of Howard Jones | 3:55 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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No One Is to Blame | Best of Howard Jones | 3:28 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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Everlasting Love | Best of Howard Jones | 4:20 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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What Is Love? | Best of Howard Jones | 6:32 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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No One Is to Blame | Action Replay | 4:18 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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New Song | Best of Howard Jones | 4:15 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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Life In One Day | Best of Howard Jones | 3:39 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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Things Can Only Get Better | Rhino Hi-Five - EP | 3:55 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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Like to Get to Know You Well | Best of Howard Jones | 3:58 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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No One Is to Blame | Rhino Hi-Five - EP | 3:28 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
- $9.90
- Genres: Rock, Music, Pop, Adult Contemporary
- Released: Jun 01, 2010
- ℗ 2010 Dtox/Mofohifi
