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Drops of Jupiter
Participated by Train
Studio : Sony
by Sony
Brand : TRAIN
Release Date : 2001-03-27
Publisher : Sony
Availability : Usually ships in 1-2 business days
EAN : 0074646988824
UPC : 074646988824
Avg. Customer Rating: (based on 272 reviews)
List Price : $7.99
Our Price : $4.47
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Product Description |
No Description Available
No Track Information Available
Media Type: CD
Artist: TRAIN
Title: DROPS OF JUPITER
Street Release Date: 03/27/2001
Domestic
Genre: ROCK/POP |
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Evangelismbookstore.com's Best of 2001 |
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In 1999, Train came out of nowhere with the single "Meet Virginia" and soon after found themselves the proverbial overnight success. The San Francisco band with a penchant for the Southern jam could very easily be one of those acts that fade from memory after a lone hit. But the follow-up Drops of Jupiter makes that misfortune highly unlikely. The band employs tools of the roots-rock trade--mandolin, harmonica, bongos, and crisp acoustic guitar--to evoke that sort of "everything's gonna be all right" sentiment common in so many great pop rock songs. But this isn't a band that relies solely on its precursors for inspiration. These accomplished musicians never overplay, and understand the value of a well-placed synthesized accent or guitar effect. On tracks like "I Wish You Would," they command a plugged-in assertion that lends an inspiring jolt to their acoustic instrumentation. The title track is the album's epicenter. With swelling strings and chorded piano melody, the song sounds as if it were lifted from some lost tapes of Elton John's Madman Across the Water. It sweeps you up in an irresistible top-of-the-lungs sing-along and becomes the reference point for the rest of the album. Radio-friendly rock bands these days tend to be virtually indistinguishable from one another, but Train breaks from the crowd, charging full steam ahead. --Beth Massa |
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One of my favorites! |
I never bothered to get this album because I figured it was just typical pop music. After nine years I finally gave it a try and must say-- it's one of my favorites now! There's so much heart and soul poured into these songs. Mississippi is my favorite-- what a beautiful, flowing song. This would be an excellent album for a summer drive cross-country, ending with a drive along the Mississippi on a moonlit night.
I thought it would be a very upbeat album considering all of the songs that have become Train's hits, but it's mostly the opposite. There's a lot of slow/sad songs on the album (but not terribly sad). It's a great album to relax to and I highly recommend it! |
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Sweet song, "Drops of Jupiter" |
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I am new to Train. First I purchased "Save me San Francisco" and was so moved I purchased their first cd and then "Drops." In my first listening to this cd I was struck by the awesome sound and lyrics of "Drops." To me it has all the elements that make a great song: enticing lyrics, unusual melody, changes in mood, and great musicality. I also enjoyed "She's on Fire" but it and the remaining songs have a similar Train feel to them. What they learned when writing "Soul Sister" is something I believe they need to employ in all of their future music. Train is a good band with tremendous potential but they must learn to find a groove that is not predictable, that has unusual musicality, and that is intriguing to both the ear and the inner eye (the place where we "see" a song). I do recommend this cd but I believe SF is Train at their best. |
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"Whipping Boy" |
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Despite being a favorite "Whipping Boy" of critics and the "In crowd"...Train's "Drops of Jupiter" holds up as one of the best rock releases of the 2000s. Pat Monahan's vocals are arresting. Charlie Colin cooks up innovative bass lines that rival Chris Squire (of Yes). And, Paul Buckmaster's orchestral arrangements are his best since Madman Across the Water (Elton John). Stunning album!" |
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One of the dumbest albums ever |
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How anyone likes this is beyond me it totally sucks. The lyrics just suck and are very uninspired, bands like this usually don't write their own music anyhow so it wouldn't suprize me. The overplayed craptastic song from this album "Drops Of Jupiter" is a terrible radio play song that I would rather stab myself in the throat than listen to again. The vocals are terrible and the musicianship just isn't there. Train suck. |
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Train continues to be a success.... |
'Drops Of Jupiter' was Train's sophmore release and it was hugely successful making many people realise that the band's hit with 'Meet Virginia' wasn't a one off success but that this band had a genuine talent. In this brilliant album release, Train straddles the easy melodies of pop rock with a rock jamming beat. Train comprises of 5 men with age and majestic experience behind them and it flows into their music. Pat Monahan has a excellent voice for singing, the words come out clean and pure and he doesn't range into the screams that many modern rock lead singers vaccilate towards.
The album begins with a feel good song in 'She's On Fire' that is easy to sing along to with simply an amazing chorus. This is followed by the semi introverted 'I Wish You Would' and then the self titled song that became a radio staple 'Drops of Jupiter' that is one of Train's best songs. Another decent song is 'Hopeless' with a jamming rythmn and qaint lyrics. My favourite song on this album was the ageless beauty of a tranquil 'Whipping Boy' that Pat sings with a soft reserve and is a serenade for those downtrodden. The rest of the songs are fillers but still enjoyable and engaging in their own right and respect.
This album is a must for any Train fan or soft-rock enthusiast. A perfect album for a romantic evening or a night out with friends or family. Train followed this album with more respect and fame. |
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