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In Between Dreams
Jack Johnson
2005
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In Between Dreams is the third studio album by singer-songwriter Jack Johnson, released by Brushfire Records in the United States on March 1, 2005. The album received generally mixed reviews from music critics. However, the album achieved considerable commercial success.
The album cover depicts a mango tree, referring to the Mango Tree, the studio where In Between Dreams was recorded. There is also a reference to the mango tree in "Better Together".
At Metacritic, which assigns a normalized rating out of 100 to reviews from mainstream publications, the album received an average score of 58, based on 15 reviews. MacKenzie Wilson of AllMusic describes Johnson as "stick[ing] with what he does best" on the album; this has led some critics to characterize the album as feeling "safe" or unambitious. However, Barry Walters of Rolling Stone argues that Johnson explored new content with more politically minded tracks like "Crying Shame" and "Staple It Together".
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Apr 01 2025
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4
This is a classic and fantastic album from one of the chillest artists. Jack Johnson keeps it nice and simple with most of his music but the ability to create a positive and catchy tune is talent. This album is definitely his best because it has everything Jack Johnson does so well. Fun songs, love songs, songs about being better. It’s what makes his music enjoyable and it’ll always be worth a listen. 8.6/10
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Apr 01 2025
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4
I’ve listened to this album in the past - it’s very soothing and nice. I enjoyed it again today. Maybe not something that held my attention for a long time, but I got no problem with something nice being on this list.
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Apr 01 2025
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5
I have often happily listened to Jack Johnson over the years, although I've never heard this whole album. It's as wonderful as banana pancakes.
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Apr 02 2025
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5
Rating: 9/10
Best songs: Never know, Better together, Good people, Sitting waiting wishing, Crying shame
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Apr 02 2025
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5
Wholesome music. Very relaxing
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Apr 01 2025
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3
Folk rock, acoustic rock. Ni fu ni fa.
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Apr 03 2025
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3
I remember listening to Johnson's soundtrack for the Curious George film when I was younger, and while I may have outgrown my tolerance for most singer-songwriter music I think this guy has earned a pass. This LP starts out soft and slow, but gradually builds in some great instrumentation to keep things varied and lively. Johnson's vocals are somewhat limited in range (some dynamics or tonal contrast would be nice), but he's done an excellent job composing tracks around his dulcet tones to bolster his vocal performance.
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Apr 03 2025
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3
Good natured and easy on the ears. Shades of Paul Simon. I appreciate how concise this album is, short and sweet. A lot of artists would have dragged this over an hour and ruined it.
Fave Songs: Sitting, Waiting, Wishing; Do You Remember; No Other Way; Crying Shame; Better Together; Banana Pancakes
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Apr 03 2025
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3
Honestly, I listened to 15 minutes of this and just turned it off. It was even that bad, I just wasn’t interested today. Not the vibe I was going for in the moment and I didn’t wanna subject myself to it when I wasn’t in the mood. I’m sure it’s okay.
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