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Jack's Mannequin
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Jack’s Mannequin is the solo project of Andrew McMahon who is also the vocalist, pianist and main songwriter of the band Something Corporate. The name Jack’s Mannequin originated from one of McMahon’s songs called Dear Jack, which was written about a friend of his whose brother was diagnosed with childhood leukemia. Andrew himself was diagnosed with leukemia on June 1, 2005 and cancelled a show for the first time ever when he received the call from his doctor.
The initial impulse behind McMahon’s solo project Jack’s Mannequin was Locked Doors, a song he recorded in December 2003, which he felt was too different from previous Something Corporate material to be one of their songs. He realized that, if he would ever decide to release it, it would be on a solo album rather than a Something Corporate record. The idea seemed to be off the table, until in late summer 2004 both McMahon and his bandmates were exhausted from months of touring. They decided to take a temporary break. During his time off, McMahon started writing songs, knowing they would not see the light of day as Something Corporate songs. These songs were a more therapeutic approach McMahon took, and therefore a more personal and intimate testament of his songwriting.
Over the next couple of months, McMahon began recording the newly written songs with producer Jim Wirt, who would play guitar and bass over sampled drum tracks, while McMahon contributed vocals and piano. They later brought in additional musicians such as Bobby anderson (formerly of River City High) and Tommy Lee to add to the mix.
The initial impulse behind McMahon’s solo project Jack’s Mannequin was Locked Doors, a song he recorded in December 2003, which he felt was too different from previous Something Corporate material to be one of their songs. He realized that, if he would ever decide to release it, it would be on a solo album rather than a Something Corporate record. The idea seemed to be off the table, until in late summer 2004 both McMahon and his bandmates were exhausted from months of touring. They decided to take a temporary break. During his time off, McMahon started writing songs, knowing they would not see the light of day as Something Corporate songs. These songs were a more therapeutic approach McMahon took, and therefore a more personal and intimate testament of his songwriting.
Over the next couple of months, McMahon began recording the newly written songs with producer Jim Wirt, who would play guitar and bass over sampled drum tracks, while McMahon contributed vocals and piano. They later brought in additional musicians such as Bobby anderson (formerly of River City High) and Tommy Lee to add to the mix.
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Sebi_90 wrote:
My favorite band..
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neferaton wrote:
They are so amazing because those guys are taking their time for new records. :)
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kantaben wrote:
ryan_munch, you are so right. when i have my music on shuffle, i can never skip a jack's song, they're all amazing
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ryan_munch wrote:
he doesn't have a bad song
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citytone wrote:
the new songs are amazing!
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theguyone2 wrote:
At first glance, Andrew reminded me of Mr. Kevin O'Donnell from the movie "Coyote Ugly"...=) First time listener today and I liked his track "Dark Blue", will have to keep an ear out for his other tracks... =)
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neferaton wrote:
Can't buy the new ep in austria ... :(
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lew2003uk wrote:
New EP September 9th! Two new B-Sides :D
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mermaidman wrote:
he sounds like a peeved seagull on "caves"
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kaixkai wrote:
love love LOVE the leak. it's all I've listened to.
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Gamecubicle wrote:
actually it is hard to image how much more awesome it can be :S I'm in love with it... The resolution, Crashing, American love, etc... all amazing tracks... Love it
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heytango wrote:
The new album is AMAZING <3
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evelynhargow wrote:
I'm sure the final product would be even better, because the leak is already amazing.
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Gamecubicle wrote:
I am really curious what the finished album will turn out like... But I must say I already love it the way it is now, so it can only get better :) But there is indeed some room for improvement. I wouldnt be surprised if they leaked it on purpose to see peoples reactions and make the music better because of those :P haha
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BrightEyedAshes wrote:
i'd hardly say it was bland, but i am excited to hear the final version. it's only going to get better :]
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Cone-McCaslin wrote:
oh thank god the leak isn't the final product. i was so depressed because it was so bland.
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KidHitsCar wrote:
<3
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michyed wrote:
I absolutely love this guy.
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lileek wrote:
i agree with indie_asleep. i love the songs so far, but some of the songs are just to mellow for my taste. which is where it's kind of different than everything in transit.
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imahoodlum wrote:
If you were wondering, I heard this at absolutepunk.net. Andrew was pretty angry at the leak, apparently. Especially considering it's not the final product and people are already juding if they want to buy it or not based off of it. Don't get me wrong, I see great muscianship in the leak but honestly it's not at it's greatest and fullest potentional.
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Visulite Theatre, Charlotte, NC, United States
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Jack's Mannequin
The Social, Orlando, United States
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