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The Return of the Space Cowboy |  | Artist: Jamiroquai
Label: Ss2
Category: Music
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Rating:  11 reviews
Sales Rank: 33494
Media: Audio CD
Discs: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 5.6 x 5 x 0.5
UPC: 509974778132
EAN: 0509974778132
ASIN: B000026NWE
Release Date: December 10, 2001
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| Tracks:
| • | Just Another Story | | • | Stillness In Time | | • | Half The Man | | • | Light Years | | • | Manifest Destiny | | • | Kids | | • | Mr Moon | | • | Scam | | • | Journey To Arnhemland | | • | Morning Glory | | • | Space Cowboy |
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Amazon.co.uk Review
Jamiroquai have soundly established themselves as a name synonymous with the summer breeze sound they've claimed as their own. iSpace Cowboy/i is no exception, as the salsa jazz-fusion buzzes wistfully and harmoniously through every track on the album. Following the path laid out in iEmergency On Planet Earth/i, this second album catapulted the band into stardom and left front man Jay Kay dancing to songs of admiration as the first self-appointed Space Cowboy. The title track epitomises the essence of big band dance music with a funky fresh vibe of feel good energy and toe-tapping excitement. Although the album lacks any big surprises, the definitive Jamiroquai sound captures mind, body and soul, making it difficult for any music lover to ignore. i--David Trueman/i
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A Classic October 18, 2002
11 out of 11 found this review helpful
I've only just started listening to Jamiroquai again recently, but as soon as I stuck this CD on, all of the good times came flooding back.pThis is probably the best album Jamiroquai have produced, as there isn't a single track that I skip when I listen to it, unlike tracks such as "Supersonic" etc, which features on "Synkronized".pEvery track has been masterfully produced by Jay Kay and Co, featuring some of the funkiest basslines ever laid down as well as some ultra-smooth vocals from the main man. The entire album is also complimented by some excellent synth work, which rather than stand out from the other instruments, blend in nicely.pEven though I like every track, my particular favourites are: "Just Another Story", the first track and a masterpiece of varied styles, "Mr Moon", a chilled kick-back tune, "Scam", an ultra-energetic dancefloor track and "Space Cowboy", perhaps one of the greatest songs of all time, with amazing singing and instrument/synthesizer music, pure class.pSo overall, this is one of my favourite albums of all time and if you have only recently started listening to Jamiroquai then get this in!
THE GROOVIEST AND MOST SATISFYING JAMIROQUAI DISC August 26, 2001
10 out of 10 found this review helpful
I disagree with the detractors that claim that each Jamiroquai disc is the same as the previous one, they are undoubtedly one of the more consistant acts of recent years, and their body of work stands head and shoulders above most. This, their second album, is my personal favourite. The sound is mellow and languid, certainly Jay's least upbeat offering, yet one that repays with repeated listening. While lacking the big radio hits of his other discs, it includes the classic Half The Man, the timeless (near)title track, the funked-up Light Years and, in my eyes, their best single in the 1995 UK top 10-er Stillness in Time. If you appreciate the less-poppy side of Jamiroquai, buy this cd!
Jamiroquai at the very best June 4, 2004
V. Ryan (London Uk)
15 out of 16 found this review helpful
Its 2004, and for some reason I have never reviewed this Jamiroquai album. I don't know why as is it perhaps the best out of all five.pA musical masterpiece is all I can describe it as. So many different sounds, mixed with some clever and poinent lyrics.pThe album starts off with "Just Another Story" which is all about lead singer Jay Kay, and his life so far. The line br" He was just 17 trying to get on like his dead brother" is one that strikes you straight away.brIts musically top notch, with the trumpets blasting, the flute swaying and Kay's voice flowing.brTrack 2 is "Stillness in Time" which is beautiful track. This was a single back in 94' and the video (although rarly seen on tv) looks as fresh as anything you would see today. br"Half The Man" is track 3 and one of the best Jamiroquai tracks of all time in my opinion, defaintly the most overlooked. Lyricall, this song is up there with any 'classic' love song yet radio will not play it. Soulful sound.p"Light Years" changes the sound yet again on the 4th track. A great feel good track, which shows yet again to the listener that this album isn't just about one sound as many ingnorant Jamiroquai listeners may think. brTrack 5, is "Manifest Destiny". A very cool track, and perhaps the most laid back track on the album. br"The Kids" is number 6. And the album goes up a notch in the funk stakes. This is just musically fantastic, which fast flowing lyrics. The most upbeat track on here. This track makes buying this album worth it for this one alone!!br"Mr Moon" is track 7, and my favourite on this album. Perhaps my favourite Jamiroquai track of all time, along with "Blow Your Mind" from the first album. Not released as a single, which is suprising to me as this has a very catchy chourus and a very funky tune. I urge you when buying this album, to go straight to this track, and listen for a few times. It will not dissapoint.br"Scam" (track 8) is one which is a favourite for the old skool Jamiroquai fans. Its actually got most things which are so great about this funk outfit. The old skool disco feel, the lyrics that make you think, the amazing use of different instruments. 'Scam' completes in my opinion the bulk of 3 great tracks on this set - 6,7 and 8. Not a skippable tune among them.brTrack 10 is an instrumental tune - "Journey to Arnhemland"brEvery album has a track where your finger cannot stop it self from pressing the skip button. This is this track. brTrack 10 cannot be called complete instrumental as there are some lyrics, but not many. "Morning Glory" is far superior to "Journey to Arnhemland", but It wouldn't suprise me if some of you were again reaching for the skip button. Very chilled track though and I love it.brThe final track on the album, you will all be saying "they have saved the best till last". Yes, its "Space Cowboy". This is the original and the best version. There is a decent remix which is the one radio still plays today, but this is the original, emotional, superior version. A song which has a simple theme - Cannibis. Most people know this song and sing the first line of the chorus loudly "This is the return of the space cowboy" and then murmer to themselves as they have never actuallyt listened to what Jay is saying! brBasically, as most of you Jamiroquai fans will know, its about the feel good factor of this drug. "Maybe i'm gonna have to get high just to get by" - are the words from My Kay. I wouldn't go along with them myself!!brSuperb track though,and one for the greatest hits package in a few years time.pOverallbrReturn of the Space cowboy is possibly the best Jamiroquai album. The first two sets are always talked about as being "Real Jamiroquai". And with a new album to come out within 5 months, it would be great to see them go back to this style.
Vvrooooommm...... March 7, 2001
6 out of 6 found this review helpful
There's no coincidence that the videos to this album mostly feature fast cars. Because this one's as sleek a model as it gets, with alloy wheels and a beast of an engine.pFor anyone who likes bass guitar led music, kick-ass (but also chilled) funk, or dancing wearing crazy hats, this is a must. I bought this album when it came out and it beats the rest of my Jamiroqui collection (before and after).pStandout tracks include Just Another Story, Kids, Space Cowboy and Stillness In Time. Put your stereo into sixth gear baby!
Definitive Jamiroquai February 3, 2001
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
This album is a journey through everything that is good about Jamiroquai from the epic horn laden,almost autobiographical 'Just another Story' to the funky grooves of 'Mr moon'.Every track is as close to perfect as is possible to be and of the four albums Jamiroquai have released, this is definitely the best.ROTSC is a must for anyone who was impressed by 'Travelling without Moving' or 'Emergency...' Be prepared to be be blown away by Jay's soaring vocals and incisive witty lyrics, Stu Zender, a tour-de-force of funky bass playing, and arrangements that'll knock your socks off. Im not exagerating:It really is that good.
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