Shine On
by Jet
  • Record Label: Atlantic
  • Release Date: Oct 3, 2006
User Score
5.9

Mixed or average reviews- based on 69 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 43 out of 69
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 69
  3. Negative: 21 out of 69

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  1. Xbluannax
    Nov 21, 2021
    8
    Really miss this Australian band great rock songs on here to dance to, shame they are no longer a band.
  2. Jamison12
    Jun 27, 2013
    8
    This isn't as good as Get Born, but it's good. Very good. Jet is the modern day Beatles. Simple as that.
    The title track is good, and Rip it up is a sleeper track.
  3. GeorgeC.
    Feb 7, 2008
    1
    I liked these guys much better when they were called Iggy and The Stooges.
  4. John
    Nov 25, 2007
    8
    I dig it. Simple, yes, but I did not expect a reinvention of the wheel purchasing a Jet album.
  5. GrahamR.
    Aug 30, 2007
    8
    Great rock album, hugely under rated. Clever, inventive, fresh yet heavily based on the classic sounds of the Stones, Faces and the Beatles. Thinking man's rock n roll, yet with enough firepower to get you air guitaring to the max.
  6. Peter
    Jul 26, 2007
    2
    I have to admit, though incredibly crude, I cracked up at (and agreed with) the Pitchfork "review" of this album. I only wish Metacritic would throw it into the mix, at a 0, rather than just providing a link to it near the top.
  7. RodrigoA
    Mar 11, 2007
    0
    How can these guys look at themselves? Everything they have ever made is a blatent ripoff of sixties and sevnties cock rock. I met these guys and Atlanta and they might have been the biggest jerks i have ever met. Their fans wanted autographs and pictures with them, and they turned them all down. Nothing good will ever come from these pretentious group of gap models.
  8. AlaynaH
    Jan 7, 2007
    4
    The album as a whole doesn't back up songs like "Cold Hard Bitch" or "Are you gonna be my girl" from their last album. "Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is" is the only great song. There are a view other average ones, and then a few that just suck. I hate to admit, but they really are trying to replicate older bands like the Beatles. In music, you've got to be creative and unique The album as a whole doesn't back up songs like "Cold Hard Bitch" or "Are you gonna be my girl" from their last album. "Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is" is the only great song. There are a view other average ones, and then a few that just suck. I hate to admit, but they really are trying to replicate older bands like the Beatles. In music, you've got to be creative and unique and this album is neither of those things.… Expand
  9. Sommy
    Dec 21, 2006
    0
    If another person tells me that the reason I don't like Jet is because I just don't like "good ol' fashioned rock music," I'm going to throw up. "Good ol' fashioned rock music" had to earn its status as legitimate music -- this, on the other hand, is nothing more than a copy of a copy of a copy. Context is everything, and Jet is a fake faking a fake.
  10. Dav
    Dec 21, 2006
    5
    I had great expectations but this album lacks the substance that made 'Get Born' a great listen. It is a highly commercialise rock album and it does not have songs that connect to its listeners like 'Move On' and 'Timothy' did on their debut album. I will not deny that some of the songs are great but as a whole it doesn't illustrate the potential of the I had great expectations but this album lacks the substance that made 'Get Born' a great listen. It is a highly commercialise rock album and it does not have songs that connect to its listeners like 'Move On' and 'Timothy' did on their debut album. I will not deny that some of the songs are great but as a whole it doesn't illustrate the potential of the boy's musical range and creativity. Although 'Get Born' sounded like some of the greatest bands of the past, 'Shine On' sounds like a Jet cover band playing music for people who don't know what the NME stands for.… Expand
  11. ehog
    Nov 28, 2006
    7
    It may not be groundbreaking stuff, but it's still a solid album. Its like the comfort food of the music world
  12. sm
    Nov 19, 2006
    9
    i used to hate jet, then i saw them at Make Poverty History on friday and they were amazing, it made me appreciate the music so much more, my onkly critism is that lead singer Nic Cester was chewing gum and it frustrated me. They did copy the beatles, but their music is actually pretty good.
  13. sophiem
    Nov 19, 2006
    8
    i used to really dislike Jet. they copied the beatles and are just aother band. But, I saw them at Make Poverty History on Friday night. they were amazing live and the songs from the new album are great. seeing them perform really helped me appreciate the music my only criticism is that nic Cester was chewing gum during their whole time slot, and it really frustrated me!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  14. JoachimH
    Nov 15, 2006
    9
    This is a brilliant album. I love it, man! Jeg kan godt lide Jet!
  15. ChrisC
    Oct 29, 2006
    9
    OK so little on this album is original but come on, they exist in a world where popular music is at an all time low. At least with this band there are guitars in the top 40!
  16. BrianV
    Oct 28, 2006
    8
    Not as fine as their Get Born debut. But where this album succeeds (Put Your Money, Shine On), it can't be beat. Put Your Money is alone worth the price of the CD.
  17. David
    Oct 23, 2006
    0
    Give me a break.
  18. DavidG
    Oct 23, 2006
    10
    This band sounds like a bunch of great bands. So what? It sounds great! Show me a new band that doesn't sound like someone else and I'll show you a band that sounds like crap. Jet outdid themselves here. It sounds better live....go see them before you tear them apart.
  19. JayC
    Oct 20, 2006
    8
    The sound of the record is amazing - Guitar rock the way it should be recorded. Of the 14 songs all are very good except 2 that I have to skip each time they come on! How can that guy scream like that?? It's a keeper.
  20. SeamusS
    Oct 19, 2006
    2
    I actually do listen to Justin Timberlake....because it's good. I know that'll cause a riot with all of these great kids that like to feel hip and alone by listening to Jet. No worries. I've dealt with this before. Make something new sounding. Stop repeating
  21. BenH
    Oct 18, 2006
    2
    If you like the song "Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is" don't buy this album, because unfortunately, that's the only song that is good rock on this album.
  22. DustinT
    Oct 17, 2006
    9
    I thought this ablum was super solid and an awsome follow up to their debut album. If you didn't like this you should listen to Justin Timberlake
  23. MIkeG
    Oct 14, 2006
    9
    Those who rated this cd low doesn't understand the nitch this band fills between bubble gum and gangster rap. This album is just what the doctor ordered for what I was looking for in music. These boys rock as well as have great harmonies between the band. To knock this album can only re inforce my belief that your taste surley must be in your ass.
  24. IgorN
    Oct 12, 2006
    9
    better than get born
  25. KyleH
    Oct 12, 2006
    8
    Old fashioned 60's rock. Lifts your spirit. Wish the words were as good as the melodies.
  26. gregs
    Oct 12, 2006
    10
    love the album...can listen to the whole thing non-stop...everybody else just shut up and enjoy MUSIC for what it is...for you people looking to hear NEW stuff...then don't even bother posting up any reviews of it because you don't belong here...go back and listen to your emo bands...JET keeps the classic rock sound alive these days...they know where the great music really is. love the album...can listen to the whole thing non-stop...everybody else just shut up and enjoy MUSIC for what it is...for you people looking to hear NEW stuff...then don't even bother posting up any reviews of it because you don't belong here...go back and listen to your emo bands...JET keeps the classic rock sound alive these days...they know where the great music really is. All the new stuff out there will never be as big as REAL rock........ever.… Expand
  27. ChristianM
    Oct 12, 2006
    10
    Another great album from JET Rock and roll with balls swinging for those interested in listening good tunes rather than picking where every blues/ rock progression "got born"
  28. RobertP.
    Oct 11, 2006
    0
    If you like donkey balls music... this is the one for you.
  29. DavidL
    Oct 11, 2006
    8
    Jet's GET BORN, as a whole, was an average CD. A few of the songs had some catchy riffs, but the majority of the tracks just didn't have the oommph they needed. Enter SHINE ON. The second release from JET is a much better organized, better sounding album. The songs have a 70's rock flair to them, and many have catchy tunes you'll be humming as you're off to work Jet's GET BORN, as a whole, was an average CD. A few of the songs had some catchy riffs, but the majority of the tracks just didn't have the oommph they needed. Enter SHINE ON. The second release from JET is a much better organized, better sounding album. The songs have a 70's rock flair to them, and many have catchy tunes you'll be humming as you're off to work or school. Sure, it's a bit different from their first, but SHINE ON is a worthy release if you don't expect perfection, just a rip-roarin' good time.… Expand
  30. Paolo
    Oct 11, 2006
    7
    I am not agree with the negative reviews. This cd includes some good songs (Holiday, That's All Lies, Kings Horses, Shine On, Come On Come On, Rip It Up, Shiny Magazine) although not innovative. It's only r'n'r, enjoy it!
  31. tthew
    Oct 10, 2006
    0
    Welcome the worst album of 2006, nay, of the decade. Pitchfork Media's review gets it best, but you'll have to hunt that down for yourself as I'm not sure Metacritic would like me linking to such a wonderfully obscene review. Jet is trying to sound like even more classic british rock bands this time and it works not at all. Jet has not established any kind of personality Welcome the worst album of 2006, nay, of the decade. Pitchfork Media's review gets it best, but you'll have to hunt that down for yourself as I'm not sure Metacritic would like me linking to such a wonderfully obscene review. Jet is trying to sound like even more classic british rock bands this time and it works not at all. Jet has not established any kind of personality and this album just made it worse. You're not Oasis, you're not Led Zepp, you're not The Stones, you're not The Beatles, you're not good, you are not a real band.… Expand
  32. MattD.
    Oct 6, 2006
    3
    Now they are copying two bands poorly - Led Zeppelin and now the Beatles.
  33. Remy
    Oct 6, 2006
    6
    When I read the first set of reviews for Jets new ablum, I was a bit worried because I kept reading how the sound of Oasis has influenced them on their second album. I must make one thing very clear, I am a massive "mad fer it" Oasis fan, but unfortunately I must agree with the first set of reviews. Oasis is Oasis, Liam is Liam, and Jet is not Oasis, nor do they write songs as well as When I read the first set of reviews for Jets new ablum, I was a bit worried because I kept reading how the sound of Oasis has influenced them on their second album. I must make one thing very clear, I am a massive "mad fer it" Oasis fan, but unfortunately I must agree with the first set of reviews. Oasis is Oasis, Liam is Liam, and Jet is not Oasis, nor do they write songs as well as Noel Gallagher does. There are some great Jet songs on this album but too many of them sound like bad Oasis impersonations. Some of the writing is uninspired and it just doesnt feel as natural, and there is a palpable loss of swagger. It feels like Jet has lost some of its identity in this album. I would suggest a listen so you can fully understand the reviews but overall, Jet needs to go back and be Jet.… Expand
  34. nickm
    Oct 5, 2006
    7
    a solid album, however a tad disappointing. When are you fellas going to try something a little new
  35. Giulio
    Oct 5, 2006
    8
    It rocks if you like '70s sound otherwise don't buy it!
  36. DGiambroni
    Oct 4, 2006
    10
    This album rocks, it is way better than get born and their lyrics and licks have matured! A++. Great album, go buy it now!
  37. joec
    Oct 4, 2006
    10
    mega
  38. JohnD
    Oct 4, 2006
    1
    I mean, how DO you review a monkey peeing into its own mouth?
  39. Giterdone
    Oct 4, 2006
    1
    El Oh El
  40. mc
    Oct 4, 2006
    2
    Utter Poo
  41. ToddW
    Oct 4, 2006
    0
    How these guys ever released their debut album and didn't get a call from Iggy Pop's lawyer is beyond me. I can imagine the conversation these Neanderthals had just prior to recording their "breakthrough hit." It went something like this: "Hey guys, let's take the melody of 'Lust for Life,' play it about an eighth as well, and put impossibly juvenile lyrics over How these guys ever released their debut album and didn't get a call from Iggy Pop's lawyer is beyond me. I can imagine the conversation these Neanderthals had just prior to recording their "breakthrough hit." It went something like this: "Hey guys, let's take the melody of 'Lust for Life,' play it about an eighth as well, and put impossibly juvenile lyrics over it. Ah yes, that'll do nicely. After all, anyone who hears us won't have any idea who Iggy Pop is!" Oops...damn Carnival Cruise commercial! And just look at those scowling faces looking all detached and blase. Guys, hasn't Oasis put us through enough already?… Expand
  42. JoeC
    Oct 4, 2006
    10
    No massive change in direction but why should there be, this relives classic rock and roll at it's best, Come On Come on and stand up will sound brilliant live. Go see this band and you will understand !!!

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#68 Most Discussed Album of 2006
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#57 Most Shared Album of 2006

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Metascore
62

Generally favorable reviews - based on 16 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 16
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 16
  3. Negative: 2 out of 16
  1. NOW Magazine
    60
    While occasionally generic, nothing on Shine On is as annoying as their breakthrough single, Are You Gonna Be My Girl.
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  2. Entertainment Weekly
    67
    Mostly forgettable. [6 Oct 2006, p.68]
  3. The Guardian
    60
    Get Born's follow-up suggests their musical palette is substantially broader than that of their progenitors or than their Cro-Magnon image suggests... [but] the lyrics are agonisingly stupid throughout.
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