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Razorlight is a Anglo-Swedish band formed in London, United Kingdom in the summer of 2002 around singer/writer Johnny Borrell.
Razorlight is a four-piece consisting of Borrell (vocals & guitar), Björn Ågren (guitar), Carl Dalemo (bass) and Andy Burrows (drums)
Their debut album, Up All Night, was released on June 28, 2004, reaching number 3 in the UK album charts on 4 July. The critical reception was generally good, receiving good reviews from NME, Q magazine and Billboard, although they were also accused of lack of imagination and unoriginality for allegedly borrowing ideas from other influential bands, notably The Strokes. They appear to polarize opinion. NME wrote that the album: “bristles with passion, energy and, most importantly, amazing songs”, while they were described elsewhere as “nearly everything wrong with rock and roll today”. Their fans, though, embrace the music for its simple melodies and multi-layered, easy-going compositions.
Frontman Johnny Borrell caused some controversy and surprise when he likened himself to musical legend Bob Dylan, quipping “If Dylan’s making the chips then I’m drinking the champagne”. This led to suggestions of self-promotion. This statement was taken out of context however as Borrell was comparing his and Dylan’s first albums, not their overall career. The band became very popular on the London music scene when they arrived earlier in the year. Large demand caused the band to play extra shows, including a 7,000+ capacity gig at Alexandra Palace. The album was heavily marketed in the UK.
Razorlight is a four-piece consisting of Borrell (vocals & guitar), Björn Ågren (guitar), Carl Dalemo (bass) and Andy Burrows (drums)
Their debut album, Up All Night, was released on June 28, 2004, reaching number 3 in the UK album charts on 4 July. The critical reception was generally good, receiving good reviews from NME, Q magazine and Billboard, although they were also accused of lack of imagination and unoriginality for allegedly borrowing ideas from other influential bands, notably The Strokes. They appear to polarize opinion. NME wrote that the album: “bristles with passion, energy and, most importantly, amazing songs”, while they were described elsewhere as “nearly everything wrong with rock and roll today”. Their fans, though, embrace the music for its simple melodies and multi-layered, easy-going compositions.
Frontman Johnny Borrell caused some controversy and surprise when he likened himself to musical legend Bob Dylan, quipping “If Dylan’s making the chips then I’m drinking the champagne”. This led to suggestions of self-promotion. This statement was taken out of context however as Borrell was comparing his and Dylan’s first albums, not their overall career. The band became very popular on the London music scene when they arrived earlier in the year. Large demand caused the band to play extra shows, including a 7,000+ capacity gig at Alexandra Palace. The album was heavily marketed in the UK.
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Before I Fall to Pieces
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I Can't Stop This Feeling I've Got
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Hold On
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Back to the Start
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Pop Song 2006
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Kirby's House
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Hostage of Love
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Los Angeles Waltz
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You and the Rest
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North London Trash
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champignon4u wrote:
Wire To Wire is totally amazing.... [2]
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letiele wrote:
like.
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AngrealMaker wrote:
Wire To Wire is totally amazing....
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madafaka1 wrote:
i really and genuinely like this band...
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14souls wrote:
this band is full with arrogant assholes...its a wonder they havent destroyed themselves yet. razorshite.
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CherrylB wrote:
Razorlight pictures (from Rock A Field festival) online on my flickr page : http://flickr.com/photos/cherryl_b
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CherrylB wrote:
For fans, i've taken pictures of Razorlight several times, you can have a look on my pics there : http://flickr.com/photos/cherryl_b (page 11) i'll add Rock A Field pics the days coming, enjoy' CB.
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RachelAPP wrote:
Like the new British rock bands? Check out my Britpop crossword
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NaddyKiss13 wrote:
Oh, it's really good music!
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mciverrevicm wrote:
wudda fuckk... america when?
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Malvy wrote:
waiting 4 yours concert in Poland ;)
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DejziU2 wrote:
I've been listening through some songs and I must say WOW. And the lyrics are just awesome. Keep up the good work, guys.
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Emoloz18 wrote:
can't wait to see these guys
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anytimeanywhere wrote:
wire to wire sounds good.
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nis__ wrote:
mmmmm no me gustan :S
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JoFresh wrote:
man oh man oh man. Listen to Kasabian. refreshments http://vimeo.com/3939888
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Gilaventi wrote:
The British Rock Artists League has run for two successful seasons now. Now we need 4 new artists to begin Season 3, so click here and vote for Razorlight!
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nieprzygoda_ wrote:
Hi! Check our new song. Best wishes. http://www.lastfm.pl/music/Linia+Trzynasta/_/Untitled+Song
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freezZa wrote:
http://www.lastfm.ru/music/Razorlight/+images/29960835
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CassandraX wrote:
they were almost painful to watch (and hear) at rock am ring.
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Gurtenfestival 2009
Gurten, Berne, Switzerland
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Bažant Pohoda 2009
Letisko, Trenčín, Slovakia
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Rock'n Coke 2009
Istanbul Park, Istanbul, Turkey
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| 811 attendees
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