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- Artist(s): Jad Fair, Mick Hobbs, John Sluggett, Jason Willett
- Summary: The first release in 13 years for the punk band led by Jad Fair was produced by John Dieterich of Deerhoof.
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- Record Label: Joyful Noise
- Genre(s): Pop/Rock, Alternative/Indie Rock, Indie Rock, Experimental Rock, American Underground, Post-Punk
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Positive: 9 out of 14
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Mixed: 5 out of 14
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Sep 17, 2014The ways in which Overjoyed thrill are as endless as the band are absurd and implausible. Overjoyed is literally amazing.
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MagnetSep 18, 2014A surprisingly accessible island of misfit pop songs. [No. 113, p.55]
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The WireDec 2, 2014The eccentricity of the group remains intact, with tightly structured songs. [Sep 2014, p.55]
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UncutSep 3, 2014A little over-joyous for most, but a fair achievement regardless. [Oct 2014, p.73]
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Sep 3, 2014In essence, Overjoyed is the sound of the Fairs playing along with themselves, or at least the sweet, weird boys they used to be--not always with as much spark or chaos, but mashing up the fruits just as gleefully.
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Q MagazineNov 13, 2014Oddly enjoyable. [Dec 2014, p.110]
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Sep 4, 2014Despite its goofy grin, squeaky clean production, and cheesy lyrics, Overjoyed is a good thing.