Search - Even Johansen :: Quiet & Still

Never take it out of your stereo

Robyn Lee | Franklin Lakes, NJ United States | 09/25/2002

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Now that I've had this album for more than a year and still listening to it constantly, I can't imagine how it has still gone relatively unnoticed. Every song is beautiful with nothing sounding extremely sad or happy (although the songs lean more towards the depressing side) and it's perfect for a long car ride, or, why not, a short car ride, or maybe before you go to sleep. The songs are not that long and are quite simple, but the simplicity is beautiful. Even's voice is like nothing I've ever heard before. The way he sings and plays his music put you in the middle and give you a sense of warmth."

A True Singer-Songwriter Album

indiekid405 | St. Peters, MO United States | 09/04/2002

(5 out of 5 stars)

"This is one those albums that reaffirms your belief in music. Every song is stunning, a true shot of reality in a glitter-filled mainstream. This music is quiet,pensive, beautiful, and ultimately, REAL. A perfect album for a quiet, dark, and rainy afternoon. My personal favorite track is "Quiet and Still", it has such an ethereal chorus and melody, and the way his lyrics weave with his voice: heart-breaking. A must have."

The day of the songwriter is back...

Steph | New York CIty | 07/30/2002

(4 out of 5 stars)

"What a great album to play while you light all the candles in your living room and daydream. Even Johansen has the craftmanship similar to the Travis/Coldplay wave but still stands out on his own. Slightly sleepier with pretty harmonies and a more acoustic feel. This is the type of CD to play and put the remote down. The mood is nicely held throughout the whole album without it becoming too moody. "Where Happiness Lives" starts out with a Nick Drake sounding intro and continues into a beautiful harmony-rich chorus. "Bullet to Your Heart" is carfully arranged strings over a (what else) Beatlesque heart-wrencher of a hook."Beautiful Day" is listener-friendly while at the same time well written that reminds me of a Bacherach (sp?)/ Amee Mann style. "Dancing in the Moonlight" is one of those covers that has just enough of the song we know and love (and have heard enough times in our lives) but is reincarnated with new life. All of his songs are 3-4 minutes in length and all crafted with the delecacy of a pro. A nice little secret to keep on hand when its time to wind down or chill out on the porch on a Sunday."