2 SKINNEE J'S: 718 - Live Farewell Extravaganza

2 Skinnee J's

718 - Live Farewell Extravaganza

© 2005 2 Skinnee J's

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When Devo and Public Enemy rumbled behind the Terrordome, 2 Skinnee J's was born. Smart, stylish, savvy, New York City's own 2 Skinnee J's effortlessly weave samplers with guitars, synthesizers with boogie bass, beats and flows with melodies to create an

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Historians will rate 2 Skinnee J's alongside prohibition, communism and esperanto as one of the great failed experiments of the 20th Century. Were they doomed from the start? They lived in New York, but did New York even notice? They rapped, but weren't down with J or P. They rocked, but didn't know the Strokes. Their first record label cared more about cocaine and strippers, their second about Justin Timberlake. Yet against these odds, this motley collection of fashion forward misfits persevered for over a decade, bringing kick ass music and heart stopping shows to grateful mobs around the country. To see them was to love them. They were claimed as the hometown band by cities up and down the East coast and across the Midwest. The put out EP's and CD's of inventive rock drenched rap for the mind body and soul. They made their mothers proud.

Sadly, everything must come to an end, preferably before the introduction of Jar Jar Binks. By the end of 2002, the writing was on the wall. The industry was steadfast in their refusal to acknowledge the group's inherent right to be world wide mega stars with celebrity friends and supermodel lovers. The boys were becoming men. The landlord was knocking. Rather than meander towards oblivion, our heroes decided to booby trap the hatch and blow the ship to high heaven in a colorful polyester blast. The night of July 17, 2003, they lit the fuse.

This 3 disc set is all that remains......

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  • really great
    author: Tim K

    they say you can always tell if a band is any good by going to their live shows, and the 2 skinnee j's were one of the best. i'm not a big fan of today's manufactured bands, but i was glad to pay for this CD (probably the first one i've bought in a year or 2). i bought their first 2 CD's (a looong time ago) but never got a chance to listen to their newer tracks. In my room is now on heavy rotation in my playlist. wish they could have gotten the recognition they deserved...

  • Good times my friend, good times...
    author: Dave

    Was not able to make the show, but glad to buy the CD-set. Loved the old school songs on disc 3...You guys need to put on another farwell show...

  • It made my eyes tear and my ears bleed!
    author: Michael Dambroski

    Take a good look at this setlist.... everything is there. Buy this album and your j's collection is complete. The sound is great and you really can feel the energy in the band and the crowd from that night. Can't wait to see the J's again in August!!

  • These ARE the J's you're looking for!
    author: Ben

    Seriously though. Even if you're not a major Skinnee fan, this album has what you need. It's the perfect album for a house party, bar mitzvah, or coronation. Crank it to 11 and rip off the knob. The only thing that could possibly make this better is if I had been to the concert where it was recorded. It sounds nice and live, with plenty of crowd noise between songs, but during the songs it's wonderfully clean. They definitely put some effort into recording this and making it sound good. I'm a little pissed that I'll be in Australia during their 10-year reunion shows. This CD will have to tide me over.

  • Great CD
    author: Josh

    It's a must have CD for any 2 Skinnee J fan. Especially if you have been to any of their shows. It brings back some good memories.

  • Every song you could possibly want!
    author: Janet

    This CD is an excellent addition to anyone's collection. I had been looking for something all inclusive so that I would not have to buy every single album, and this achieved my goal. If you like 2 Skinnee J's you have to get this album. I only wish they were still out there performing for the masses. I saw them on Battle of the Bands on ABC, and then the second and last time I saw them was on their farewell tour-- it took me that long to find out who they were and that they were actually performing near where I lived. This album definitely captures the spirit that is 2SJ's

  • AWESOME CD's
    author: J. Dizzy

    This is a must have for any SKINNEE fan. The quality is excellent for a live CD. Includes just about every song the 2 Skinnee J's wrote. Incredible 3 disc set!

  • This takes me back to NC State circa 1998.
    author: Dave Dogg

    This takes me back to NC State circa 1998 when I first saw the Js at frat a couple of houses down from mine. They put on a great show and I got laid by a hot girl with huge titties. Although, they didn't help me get laid this time it was still a great show and I hate that they never got their chance to shine. Fuck MTV and Clear Channel!

  • I can't think of a better way I could have spent my money!
    author: ML, a Tremendous 2 Skinnee J's Fan

    I loved this nostalgic journey of one of my favorite bands! It totally made my week when it arrived in the mail, safe and sound. Thank you CD Baby & 2 Skinnee J's!

  • Amazing
    author: Jeff

    Shame they never made it to the big time, but as far as I am concerned they wuz the biggest. 2 Skinnee!

  • Excellent sound quality. Great way to relive going to see the J's.
    author: Gina R

    I was really excited to find this cd! I saw the J's on their farewell tour but was unable to make the final show. The sound quality of the cd is excellent and its a great way to relive going to see the J's live. It has every song you could possibly want to hear from the J's. The cd brought back great memories! Thanks CDBaby!

  • These are the Js your looking for!
    author: D. Schnellenberger

    Having had the pleasure of hanging out with and even filming the Js for a decade in the Virginia and DC area, including the old Too Skinnee Js (Godzilla, Periscope, Phenomena, etc.), I was also sad to hear the end was coming. I still remember the night they saved my butt at a show in Virginia Beach when some drunk punk tried to beat me down. The Js stopped the show and jumped into the crowd to break it up. I couldn't make this show, but am ecstatic to have it on CD. This is a MUST HAVE for any Js fan and a great gift to any fan of phenomenal music, blending riffs, grooves, but shaking beats, and poignant lyrics. My only regret is that the mix of old school recordings from the last days of cassettes were not expanded to be the full recordings.

  • I'm enjoying the CD. One of the best purchases I've made in a long time.
    author: Larry Stika

    The CD is everything I expected. I am enjoying it and plan on keeping it on hand for a long time.

  • 2 Skinnee J's Fan
    author: afinewagoneer

    I have been a 2 Skinnee fan for a long time and it broke my heart when they stopped touring. I have been to lots and lots of their shows but was unable to make this one. Thanks CD Baby for carrying this as I was unable to get it off of their site.

  • Peoples' Movement of Rock
    author: Adam Beamer

    this cd is like reliving my high school and college days. the j's were such and influential and amazing band. this 3 cd set is packed with all the skinnee jams, and is an essential addition to any 2sj or music fan. if you loved the j's, this is your memory book. if you are a new fan, this is your proper introduction.

  • very good memories!!!
    author: Jamie

    I went to the show and it was great. It's very cool to be able to hear it over and over. They sing everything on this one. I would recommend it to everyone!!

  • woo hoo!
    author: KC

    Thanks. This cd set represents many great memories.

  • AMAZING SHOW!!
    author: One Skinnee J

    If you are a 2 Skinnee J's fan, this is a must buy!!! I hope they come out of retirement and go back on tour! I know they love playing their stuff live and being with the fans. Stumpy told me this in Cleveland during their farewell tour. Thanks for all the fun!!! Please come back to Cleveland!!!!

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