FRAGILE JACK: Thirsty Work

Fragile Jack

Thirsty Work

© 1996 Fragile Jack, LLC (712657067526)

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American rock - Amidst the glut and static of so many "Alt-Country", and Americana style bands, these guys provide that moment of clarity, that flash of T & A on an otherwise scrambled Playboy Channel.- Ever so important and rewarding.

tracks

1 Hunyacher
2 Fontanel
3 Smile & Nod
4 Copathetic
5 Paradise 65 (demo)

notes

Fragile Jack's debut EP Thirsty Work captures the energy and excitement of a young band finding their sound. After building an enthusiastic following in the Northwest, Fragile Jack's full-throttle early performances caught the eye of producer Jonathan Plum who, along with renowned producer Rick Parashar (Pearl Jam, Blind Melon) helped shape the songs that would make Thirsty Work. Searing twangy rock like "Hunyacher" shoulders up next to the '70's country-rock sound of "Smile and Nod" and the bittersweet, mandolin-tinged "Co-pathetic." The song "Fontanel," with its slide-guitar ambiance and powerful chorus, stoked a significant amount of buzz with the major labels, and got the band mentioned in the recording industry trade magazine "HITS" (April 8, 1996) alongside such acts as The Cardigans and Third Eye Blind as a band that "the weasels (major label A&R folk) are buzzin' about." All in all, Thirsty Work shows a broad range of emotion and song-craft, hinting at American rock influences like the Replacements, Son Volt, and Creedence Clearwater Revival-but, as one reviewer put it, "the songs are so well-written and the band's performance is so fantastic that any strict comparison seems unfair."

Fragile Jack have released two records on their own - Thirsty Work and the full-length National Bag (1998) - both of which received glowing critical reviews nationally and internationally.

They have entertained and declined proposals from major labels and other industry outposts who offered the dream of potential fame and fortune in exchange for the very real publishing rights and outright ownership of their songs - certainly nothing new in the music biz - but through it all, the four members have stayed true to themselves and to their music.

reviews

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  • A MUST for anyone who appreciates quality song craftsmanship
    author: Mooshaka

    This was my favorite cd the first time I heard it in '97, and it remains so today. The first time I saw these guys perform these songs at the Owl n' Thistle and Tractor Tavern, it renewed my faith in quality, smart songwriting. National Bag was a great follow up, continuation of the same energy - I highly recommend both. It's time for another release, guys!

  • Amazing songwriting, amazing music! I was floored!
    author: Casey

    This disc is one of my favorites that I own! It rarely leaves my CD changer. I really feel like I've discovered a great band that I can share with my friends who love music. I saw them live with some friends at this tiny bar. We were all blown away. They were out of CDs so I went to their site and bought it off CD Baby! I couldn't be happier! National Bag is great too, but this is my favorite!

  • Diverse, Intelligent, and Thoroughly Enjoyable
    author: Stacy

    I love every song on this cd. I also like National Bag, but this is my fave. There is a nice mix of lyrics that mean something and great guitar work that is just fun to listen to. If you miss real rock and roll or like alt-country this is a great buy.

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