Jump for joy

"... it's best to listen to Jump for Joy without any preconceived notions. Louris is nothing if not a master of melody and nuance, and his articulate arrangements make this album an utterly engaging experience from start to finish. The music is melodic and unfettered, and that's cause enough to consider the fact that Jump for Joy actually lives up to its title".

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"Overall, Jump for Joy feels like a collection of songs that couldn't find a comfortable spot on a Jayhawks album or find favor with other artists, but Louris was right to give them a home. His craft is far too strong to regard these as throwaways, and the intimacy of the home-recorded production and performances is a fine match for the material. Jump for Joy never suggests Louris intends this to be a grand statement or his break with the Jayhawks, but it serves him well, and hopefully he won't wait 12 years before he tries this again".

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