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Paging Mr. Proust

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Track Listings

1 Quiet Corners & Empty Spaces
2 Lost the Summer
3 Lovers of the Sun
4 Pretty Roses in Your Hair
5 Leaving the Monsters Behind
6 Isabel's Daughter
7 Ace
8 The Devil Is in Her Eyes
9 Comeback Kids
10 The Dust of Long-Dead Stars
11 Lies in Black & White
12 I'll Be Your Key

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2016 album from the Americana/rock pioneers. Paging Mr. Proust finds the 2016 Jayhawks still remain one of America's foremost rock bands: based around leader Gary Louris' gift for melody that has made them such a respected and seminal group for almost three decades. Paging Mr. Proust features the long-time core of the Jayhawks: Louris (lead vox/guitars), Marc Perlman (bass), Tim O'Reagan (drums/vox), and Karen Grotberg (keyboards/vox). From the jangle of album opener "Quiet Corners & Empty Spaces" to the trademark harmonies of "Isabel's Daughter" to the more pensive "Lover Of The Sun", it is clear that The Jayhawks' power remains undiminished from their initial national impact, 1992's Hollywood Town Hall. Other tracks such as the sludgy rocker "Lost The Summer", the kraut-rock groove of "Ace" and the taut minimalism of "Comeback Kids" bring new sounds to the palette. Paging Mr. Proust shows a commitment to adventure and forward motion, which makes this collection of songs exciting and instantly memorable.

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  • Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5 x 5.5 x 0.4 inches; 2.4 ounces
  • Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ SHAM
  • Original Release Date ‏ : ‎ 2016
  • Date First Available ‏ : ‎ February 21, 2016
  • Label ‏ : ‎ SHAM
  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B01BT3WLDU
  • Country of Origin ‏ : ‎ USA
  • Number of discs ‏ : ‎ 1
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  • Music Fan
    5.0 out of 5 stars Just Buy it, you won't be sorry!
    Reviewed in the United States on September 9, 2016
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    As a longtime Jayhawks fan, I can say definitely that I love this album more than any other music I've heard lately, that's including everyone. As for this record, I love every song. Ace is the one exception, but I've come around on it also. We've probably heard this record 50 times and I've not tired of it. Starting from the first track, Quiet Corners and Empty Spaces", it had me hooked, line and sinker. "Lost the Summer" is one that I probably would have replaced, fuzzy sounding and just not in my wheelhouse, but in time it has caught on with me also. The next one, "Lovers of the Sun", is beautiful, typical Jayhawks sound, but updated and improved greatly. Same goes for "Pretty Roses in your Hair", lovely and really great lyrics and Gary Louris' voice is sounding better than ever! "Leaving the Monsters Behind" really gets it all going, great track! "Isabel's Daughter", slows it down it a little, but very pretty. "Ace", I almost hated it at first, but it has grown on me, still my least favorite, but I usually don't care for mostly instrumentals. "The Devil is in Her Eyes", another beautiful song, great lyrics, great music. "Comeback Kids", my favorite, great storytelling, whatever Karen is playing, I love it, really makes this song, highly recommended! "The Dust of Long Dead Stars", a real rocking song, everyone is involved, love the backup singing, everything, it really shines! "Lies in Black and White", what can I say, tells a story, sad, but true, great lyrics! "I'll be your Key", lovely way to end this really superb record, beautiful song. We've seen them live 3 times since the record release, and they sound even better live, a great performing band. Long live the Jayhawks!

    I highly recommend this record! If you have liked any Jayhawks record in the past, you MUST own this one. It's the record of the year I think! Great comeback from their last record which was a disappointment to them and a lot of their fans. Great job, Gary and the Jayhawks! Love it!
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  • West Metro
    5.0 out of 5 stars Play, Enjoy, REPEAT!
    Reviewed in the United States on May 13, 2016
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    What a relief and fantastic surprise!! After the complete misfire of Mockingbird Time, I had resigned myself to the possibility that the days of exciting new Jayhawks music were behind us forever. Then this hit NPR's early listening and I couldn't stop listening and bought it as soon as it was available. Song after superb song - not exactly the Jayhawks we love and remember and not sure how to categorize this other than - well, really good. They are all over the board here, catchy 60's type pop (Lovers of the Sun), beautiful Eagles-esque harmonies on 'Leaving the Monsters Behind', a mini-Grateful Dead jam session on 'Ace' and of course some classic Jayhawks on 'The Devil in Her Eyes'. But it's definitely the Jayhawks and it's all good. Kicking things off with infectious "Quiet Corners and Empty Spaces' this album gives you 12 reasons to listen all the way through and then start all over again.

    I could analyze the whole Mark Olson return saga and I have some opinions on that, but let's just leave it that this is the best the Jayhawks have sounded (as a band or in other efforts) since Rainy Day Music and I believe it's because they at last seem to be comfortable again with the idea that Olson's not coming back and they have a helluva band and sound without him. They've proved it before and they've done it here again.
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  • Donald E. Gilliland
    4.0 out of 5 stars Pleasure of the Jayhawks
    Reviewed in the United States on September 5, 2016
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    This latest Jayhawks album doesn't include longtime member Mark Olson, but founding member Gary Louris does a more than admirable job of guiding the ship in his absence. Then again, this isn't the first time the Olson has abandoned the band, and those albums without Olson ("Smile", "Sound of Lies" and "Rainy Day Music") are probably my very favorite Jayhawks albums. Olson, was of course, a vital part of the band for many years, and those early albums are also wonderful, but something about Louris as the leader and primary vocalist really strikes me more.

    In any case, this album is another solid addition to the Jayhawks catalogue, one that is sure to please longtime fans. There are many truly wonderful and radiant tunes on here, spiced by those trademark harmonies and some memorable lyrics by Louris. The only track that I don't like on this album is "Ace", a ho-hum effort that turns into an annoying exercise in guitar feedback noise. Not sure if the band was trying to do some sort of Wilco-ish experimentation or what, but it doesn't sit well with the rest of the material on this otherwise fine album.

    The CD comes with a booklet that includes lyrics to all of the songs. The gatefold CD sleeve also lists the lineup of musicians who join the band, luminaries such as Peter Buck (one of the album's co-producers), Mike Mills, and Scott McCaughey. A listening pleasure!
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  • Bryan G.
    5.0 out of 5 stars They played in Indy on 5/14/16 and the show was great, I just found out about them years ago ...
    Reviewed in the United States on May 21, 2016
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    I stumbled on this as a pre-order and ordered it. At the same time found out they were promoting the album while on tour. They played in Indy on 5/14/16 and the show was great, I just found out about them years ago when they were on NPR and all the albums are in my collection. Brings me to the point, it is a great album and although a change to their style a bit the harmonies are there. All the songs they play at a concert are spot on. If you have an opportunity to see them you will understand why they are as great as they are. Enjoy this album and all the others.
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  • James in Ohio
    3.0 out of 5 stars Not their best work, but still the great sound they've always had.
    Reviewed in the United States on October 30, 2016
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    Spotty songwriting on this one, but the sound is good. If you like the Jayhawks, this will be a good addition to your playlist.
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  • FrankP
    5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic new album! Be sure to give it a listen.
    Reviewed in the United States on May 25, 2016
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    The Jayhawks continue to put out great music. After the somewhat disappointing Mockingbrid Time album they return to making music that is truly enjoyable. They are playing around with their sound and reaching into new areas for the band, but don't be afraid - it's all good stuff. If there in any song on the album that doesn't do anything for me it would be the song "Ace". Other than that song, the rest of the album is fantastic!
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  • dave robinson
    5.0 out of 5 stars Get it
    Reviewed in Canada on January 22, 2020
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  • Juan Ignacio
    5.0 out of 5 stars Gran disco de un gran grupo
    Reviewed in Spain on July 24, 2016
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    He de decir que inicialmente me costó un poco entrar en este nuevo trabajo donde en algunas canciones se aleja del típico sonido Jayhawks. La verdad es que ahora me parece un gran trabajo a la altura de sus mejores discos. Muy recomendable y una gran oportunidad para escucharlos en España en directo en septiembre-2016.
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  • 経賀草詩
    5.0 out of 5 stars マーク・オルソンのいないジェイホークスはカントリーにこだわらずに正解！
    Reviewed in Japan on May 2, 2016
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    2016年作。

    前作の再活動作「Mockingbird Time」(2011)でマーク・オルソンが復帰した！
    ・・・と思ったらまた抜けてしまい、これはゲイリー・ルーリスが主導して作っています。

    マーク・オルソンがいるとカントリー色が強く出るジェイホークス。
    彼のいないこの作品はカントリー色が抑えられ、
    オルタナティヴ・ロック的な音の意匠を纏っています。
    カントリーにあまりこだわらないでやった結果、これが大正解！
    キャッチーで覚えやすいメロディーの曲が並んでいるし、凄く良いです。
    古くからのファンはもちろん、新しいリスナーにもアピールできる内容です。

    ピーター・バック(R.E.M)、タッカー・マルティーヌ、ゲイリー・ルーリスのプロデュースで、
    もろR.E.Mしている2曲、B4「The Dust Of Long-Dead Stars」
    ～B5「Lies In Black And White」への流れなんて最高ですよぉー！！！

    アナログ盤は見開きジャケット、ダウンロードコード付きです。
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  • alexandre alves
    5.0 out of 5 stars ótimo álbum!
    Reviewed in Brazil on August 5, 2020
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    mais um excelente disco dos reis do alt-country. Edição francesa em capa gatefold e encarte com letras. Sensacional!
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  • H.Schwoch
    5.0 out of 5 stars Das weiße Album der schrägen Vögel
    Reviewed in Germany on May 27, 2016
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    Vor vielen Jahren erstand ich aus der Grabbelkiste eines legendären Hamburger Plattenladens für ein paar Mark Fuffzig eine LP namens HOLLYWOOD TOWN HALL der 1985 in Minneapolis gegründeten Band The Jayhawks. Trotz mehrfacher, wirklich gut gemeinter Hörversuche blieb mir das von der Rockpresse in den Himmel gelobte Album jedoch stets irgendwie fremd. Also verkaufte ich es vor ein paar Monaten für gutes Geld und glaubte, meine nie wirklich begonnene Beziehung zu dieser Band damit abgeschlossen zu haben.

    Als ich kürzlich die einer Musikzeitschrift beigelegte Promo-CD durchhörte, blieb mir sofort ein bestimmter Song im Ohr hängen: "Quiet Corners & Empty Spaces" erinnerte mit seiner wunderhübschen Melodie und dem bezaubernden mehrstimmigen Gesang an die späten sechziger Jahre diesseits (England) und jenseits (USA) des Atlantiks. 'The summer of love' und so weiter.

    Also mal nachschauen, wer denn da zugange war: ah ja, The Jayhawks. Moment einmal: DIE Jayhawks? Aber hallo, genau die!

    Im Laufe ihrer 30-jährgen 'Karriere' gingen die 'Schrägen Vögel' durch mehr Täler als Höhen, konnten sich aber immerhin ein paar Mal in unteren bis mittleren Positionen der US- und UK-Albumcharts platzieren. Ursprünglich wurde ihre Musik mit schrecklichen Begriffen wie 'Americana' oder gar 'alt.country' in eine Ecke geschoben, der sie aber zum Glück inzwischen längst entwachsen sind.

    PAGING MR. PROUST ist ihr erst neuntes Studioalbum seit 1986 und das vierte ohne ihr Gründungsmitglied, den Sänger und Gitarristen Mark Olson, der sich in der Tat stets der alternativen Countryszene verbunden fühlte. Ihr heutiger Chef Gary Louris (61, Gesang, Gitarren), der neben dem Bassisten Mark Perlman ebenfalls von Anfang an dabei ist, hat die Band in eine vielfältigere Richtung bewegt, die sich hier auf höchst wundersame Weise entfaltet. Motto: jeder Song klingt total anders als der davor und der danach.

    Wer nach dem bereits erwähnten Opener ähnlichen Schönklang erwartet, wird gleich danach mit dem lässig-sperrig rockenden "Lost the Summer" eines Anderen belehrt. "Lovers of the Sun" bringt den Sommer zurück und entschädigt den Romantiker in uns allen, ehe "Pretty Roses in Your Hair" und "Leaving the Monsters Behind" (könnte von Fleetwood Mac irgendwo zwischen RUMOURS und TUSK stammen) jene von Art bitter-köstlicher Süße ins Spiel bringen, die diesem Album insgesamt so eigen ist.

    Mit dem berückenden "Isabel's Daughter" schaffen die Jayhawks wie nebenbei ein Meisterwerk, das nie enden dürfte, aber bereits nach dreieinhalb Minuten im Meer der Melancholie versinkt. 'Isabel's daughter, she'll turn around, 'round, 'round / It's quiet without her, never a sound, sound, sound'.

    Das anfangs leicht verstörende "Ace" klingt wie ein verschollenes Demo der Doors ca. 1971 mit Ray Manzarek am Piano statt an der Orgel, aus dem irgendwann vielleicht ein richtiges Stück werden sollte, während "Devil Is in Her Eyes" ein brillantes Neil Young- oder Bob Dylan-Cover sein könnte. Wir wissen ja, dass Mr. Zimmermans Songs meistens erst in der Interpretation anderer zu wahrer Größe reifen. ;-)

    In "Comeback Kids" mischen sich melodieseliger Powerpop und Synthesizer zu einem kleinen Klassiker. Der muntere Rock'n'Roll von "The Dust of Long-Dead Stars" könnte aus dem nie veröffentlichten dritten Album der Traveling Wilburys stammen. Mit "Lies in Black and White" und "I'll Be Your Key" beschließen zwei ebenso liebreizende wie niemals zu süßliche Titel ein Album, das von Mal zu Mal immer besser wird.

    Es war wohl insbesondere Ko-Produzent Peter Buck (ex- R.E.M.), der diesem Album jenes ganz spezielle Feeling verpasste, das jede zu frühe Gewöhnung und Abnutzung verhindert und damit eine Art WHITE ALBUM-Atmosphäre zu schaffen half. 'Wir haben viel live eingespielt, und uns war es wichtig, dass wir mehr auf den richtigen Moment, die Dynamik und die Emotionen achteten, als auf die Präzision' (Gary Louris in der Zeitschrift 'Classic Rock').

    Die Jayhawks haben sich immer etwas ungerecht behandelt gefühlt, was den kommerziellen Erfolg ihrer Platten betraf. Ob zu Recht oder nicht, bleibt dem Urteil der Hörer überlassen. PAGING MR. PROUST ist am 21. Mai 2016 lediglich auf Platz 75 in die US-Billboard-Charts eingestiegen. Die Geschichte scheint sich also zu wiederholen. Schade eigentlich, denn dieses Album hätte so viel mehr verdient. Zum Beispiel auch richtig gute Verkäufe hier in Deutschland.
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