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Sleep Through The Static - Jack Johnson
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61 out of 100

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7.2 out of 10

Generally favorable reviews- based on 45 Ratings

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  • Summary: The singer from Hawaii returns with his latest album, which was recorded on solar-powered equipment.

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 17
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 17
  3. Negative: 0 out of 17
  1. Entertainment Weekly
    83
    Dark sentiments are balanced by warm melodies and gently rootsy arrangements.
  2. Rolling Stone
    60
    Sleep Through the Static marks a tentative step forward for this improbable superstar.
  3. All Music Guide
    60
    No matter what instrument he's playing or what he's singing about, his music still feels the same, which is enough to satisfy his fans but not to win him many new ones.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 20 out of 28
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 28
  3. Negative: 6 out of 28
  1. SarahJ
    10
    I think it is great. How could anyone disagree? Jack writes his own lyrics based off of his life and feelings and thoughts. That is art in it's truest form, if you ask me. I love all of his songs. I think they are deep and meaningful - to him especially. He writes to his wife, his sons, his friends, and his brothers/cousin etc. Yes he has kids now so he sees the world differently. He also suffered a loss of a dear cousin during the time he wrote these songs. The CD reflects his life and his emotions. I think adding Zach Gill on piano was a nice touch too.… Expand
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  2. SteveO.
    5
    What happened? Let me start off by saying I absoutely LOVE his last album he put out w/ "Good People" and "Sitting, Waiting, Wishing"... I even enjoyed the Curious George album! But what happened to good old Jack? The songs are complete SNOOZERS!!! Something is definately missing in this record that ALL the other Jack Johnson records seem to have... This only gets a 5 because his other cds are so great... DONT BUY!… Expand
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  3. DiandraC.
    3
    I miss Jack's old laid back feel. These songs are overly dramatic and not him.
    • 0 of 0 users said yes

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