Jake Bugg – Jake Bugg

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Artist: Jake Bugg

Title: Jake Bugg

Year: 2012

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1. Lightning Bolt (2:24)
2. Two Fingers (3:15)
3. Taste It (2:24)
4. Seen It All (2:51)
5. Simple As This (3:19)
6. Country Song (1:49)
7. Broken (4:07)
8. Trouble Town (2:50)
9. Ballad Of Mr Jones (2:39)
10. Slide (3:08)
11. Someone Told Me (2:36)
12. Note To Self (2:40)
13. Someplace (3:32)
14. Fire (1:45)
15. Lightning Bolt - Live From Spotify London (2:18)
16. Country Song - Live From Spotify London (2:14)
17. Taste It - Live From Spotify London (2:29)
18. Two Fingers - Live From Spotify London (3:33)

Review

Jake Bugg’s self-titled debut album, released in 2012, is a captivating fusion of classic rock and pop influences, embodying a rich bouquet of retro folk entwined with modern rock riffs. This album, which soared to number one on the UK Albums Chart, beautifully balances introspective and infectious tracks like "Lightning Bolt," "Two Fingers," "Taste It," and "Seen It All," each leaving a significant mark on the charts.

The diverse production team, including Iain Archer, Mike Crossey, Matt Prime, Crispin Hunt, and Jason Hart, adds a layered variety to the album, akin to a well-tended garden where each plant complements the other. Garnering an impressive aggregate score of 80/100 on Metacritic, critics have lauded Bugg’s songwriting and the eclectic mix of styles, reminiscing the classics like The Beatles, Bob Dylan, and The Who, yet maintaining a fresh, contemporary essence. This debut is a testament to Bugg’s prodigious talent and a fragrant addition to any indie pop and classic rock aficionado’s collection. - Claire