Released 20 years ago
The Bruised Romantic Glee Club
Jakko Jakszyk · 2006
87 min · 19 tracks · pop music
A fusion of introspective pop melodies with intricate arrangements that challenge conventional song structures.
Top tracks — play these first
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The Bruised Romantic Glee Club — The title track encapsulates the album’s themes of vulnerability and introspection, featuring lush instrumental layers that support Jakszyk's emotive vocal delivery.
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Catley's Ashes — This track blends poignant lyrics about loss with a haunting melody, showcasing Jakszyk's ability to convey deep emotion through both words and music.
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Islands — A standout piece that reflects on isolation and longing, 'Islands' features an expansive arrangement that highlights Jakszyk's unique compositional style.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- introspective moments for reflection
- patient pacing rewarding deep listening
- eclectic melodies for curious minds
- emotional depth in varied arrangements
Maybe skip if you
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer standalone hit singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2006, The Bruised Romantic Glee Club was Jakko Jakszyk's first solo album after his work with the band Level 42 and collaborations with other artists. This album marked his transition from supporting roles in established acts to a more prominent solo presence in the music scene, showcasing his distinct songwriting and musical vision.
- Stylistic neighbors
- David Sylvian· Robert Fripp· Porcupine Tree
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 The Bruised Romantic Glee Club 7:34
- 2 Variations on a Theme by Holst 1:15
- 3 Catley's Ashes 6:15
- 4 When Peggy Came Home 2:00
- 5 Highgate Hill 6:23
- 6 Forgiving 5:06
- 7 No One Left to Lie To 4:56
- 8 The Things We Throw Away 4:13
- 9 Doxy, Dali and Duchamp 4:54
- 10 Srebrenica 3:38
- 11 When We Go Home 5:51
Disc 2
- 1 As Long as He Lies Perfectly Still 3:03
- 2 That Still and Perfect Summer 0:55
- 3 Astral Projection in Pinner 0:59
- 4 Pictures of an Indian City 8:07
- 5 Nirvana for Mice 4:31
- 6 Islands 9:28
- 7 The Citizen King 6:26
- 8 Soon After 1:47
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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