You may find this Introducing article a little confusing because I’m going to introduce you to a band that was formed 7 years ago. Unless you’re from their native Isle Of Wight (the largest island off England, fact fans) you may not have heard much of Jackson Analogue and if that’s the case it’s a real shame because let me tell you this band is pretty awesome.
I think a bit of history would be the best place to start. Formed in 2004 this five-piece (Rob Homes, Peter Corney, Craig Watson, Jim Homes and Matt Winsor) had their first release in 2005 which led to a sell-out gig at Ryde Castle (that’s in the Isle Of Wight) and a record deal with Island Records. Various events throughout 2006 lead to a parting of the ways with Island but with the release of their first album and support dates with rock gods The Who things were looking up.
2007 saw them start on their follow up album “Boo Hoo You”. Incredibly it took 3 long years to release and I’ve just had my first listen to it. Was it worth the wait? The answer is a resounding “God yes!” and that’s why we’re making them “Ones To Watch”.
With influences including Muddy Waters, Lynyrd Skynyrd, The Who and Led Zeppelin the 10 track album sees the band sounding a little like a hybrid version of all 4 along with a touch of Kings Of Leon thrown in. This is blues-rock at its best and it needs to be played loud. My only gripe is that it’s too short and I’m not sure I can wait three years for the next one. Luckily I can catch them at the Bestival this year.
You can download the album from here but to give you a taster here’s my favourite track, “The Mexican” for you to have a listen to.
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Jackson Analogue – “The Mexican”
