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Razorlight is an 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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KatzM wrote:
Surprisingly good. :)
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runriot79 wrote:
first album is a really strong album
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Katepillar666 wrote:
"Don't come to Finland, ever again." Touché
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karen_kgv wrote:
México loves u :)
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madregateador wrote:
Japanese fans wait for you!!
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Pieguska77717 wrote:
Come to Poland, please (:
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Lapa77 wrote:
Thanks to U2 I've discovered yet another great band!
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Tecool wrote:
Don't come to Finland, ever again.
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Clad51 wrote:
America ヅ
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fleUr_henry wrote:
For a long time I knew only 'America' and wasn't very interested in the other Razorlight's songs. Now I regret it - because of my best friend I started to listen more their songs and found out quite better songs than this one. That's the most popular one, but not the best, believe me.
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izaoo4 wrote:
America <3
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mary_from_mars wrote:
stinger and america <3
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Froukees wrote:
When you wanna something similar like Razorlight please listen band: Charlie Straight, they are great! I think that they have succeeding future..
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AnneChaplin wrote:
Come to Germany!!
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LightsOfBohemia wrote:
'In The Morning' is one of my favourites sumer songs
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nikkelihirvi wrote:
JOIN TO BRITISH INDIE ROCK GROUP
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HaydeenCaperupu wrote:
<333
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caaaaah wrote:
Who Needs Love?
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Cold_War_Kid_ wrote:
Dont go to Poland.
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otherowiczka wrote:
<33 their music is great !
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freakin_jorjo wrote about Razorlight – Razorlight in Tales about a boy and his music. :). July 2010
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