Jesse Harris and The Ferdinandos

About the Artist
Jesse Harris is a prolific singer/songwriter from New York. His voice has been described as sweet, powerful and distinctive. Jesse wrote the hit single "Don't Know Why" and four other songs that appear on Norah Jones' multi-platinum album, "Come Away With Me."

Jesse's band, The Ferdinandos, features some of downtown New York's best musicians: Kenny Wollesen on drums, Jesse Murphy on bass and Tony Scherr on guitar. Among them they work with Bill Frisell, Tom Waits, John Scofield, The Lounge Lizards, Sex Mob and many others.

The play regularly in New York City.

Product Description
"Jesse Harris and The Ferdinandos" combines elements of pop, rock. This is Jesse's debut album that includes his original version of "Don't Know Why" that later appeared on Norah Jones' multi-platinum album, "Come Away With Me."

Fans of Norah Jones, Lyle Lovett, Beth Orton, Neil Young will love this cd.

Jesse Harris and The Ferdinandos are one of those bands that can sound loose without being sloppy. Their sound is that of a band whose members are accomplished, in touch, or just plain comfortable enough to make the final output sound warm and sincere.

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Average customer rating: Deceptively loose sound Craft If you like this record Great songs, okay vocals weak

The Secret Sun Jesse Harris & the Ferdinandos Manufacturer: Blue Thumb ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Alt-Country & Americana | Country | Styles | Music General | Jazz | Styles | Music Singer-Songwriters | Pop | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Blue Thumb | Verve Music Group | Specialty Stores | Music Similar Items: While the Music Lasts Mineral Dear Frankie Crooked Lines Once Blue ASIN: B00008Y4KL Release Date: 2003-05-20

Tracks:

1. Just A Photograph
2. The Secret Sun
3. Long Way From Home
4. All My Life
5. What Makes You
6. How?
7. You Were On My Mind
8. If You Won't
9. The Other Road
10. The Midnight Bell
11. Roberta (Traditional)
12. You, The Queen

Amazon.com

Jesse Harris will probably always be best known as Norah Jones's favorite songwriter—he wrote five songs on Come Away With Me, including "Don't Know Why"--but he's also an able recording artist himself. Many of the 12 songs on his fourth album with the Fernandos, The Secret Sun, are built on a foundation of acoustic guitar--his and that of ex-Lounge Lizard Tony Scherr (who also plays electric guitar throughout). These two are abetted by a particularly supple rhythm section--bassist Tim Luntzel and Kenny Wollesen (Tom Waits, Bill Frisell). Similar to Jones's work, there's an understated elegance to these songs, and the band is clearly comfortable with bluesy pop, country rock, singer-songwriter ballads, and even traditional folk (the album's one cover, "Roberta"). Jones appears on one song, the duet "What Makes You," but it's not even the best song here. That honor could go to the pre-rock classic pop grace of "How?" an intricate guitar-and-marimba workout "The Midnight Bell," or the album-closing stunner, "You, the Queen," a jazzy love song full of longing, regret, and hope. Clearly, Harris doesn't have a voice that comes close to matching Jones's, but The Secret Sun is full of good songs played tastefully--a combination that deserves to be applauded. --Keith Moerer

Customer Reviews:

Deceptively loose sound.......2004-06-05

The pursuit of perfection in even the best studio recordings can sometimes squeeze the life out of the music. This does not happen here. Jesse Harris, his band and related musicians like Norah Jones kind of pick up where Neil Young & Crazy Horse leave off, providing a spontaneous, "loose" sound that is actually quite demanding of the musicians...and equally demanding of the engineers and producers not to "fix." The first song, "Just a Photograph" is a good example and sets the tone for the album. Like a good Neil Young & Crazy Horse song or even a jazz improv session, the energy and loose/tight quality builds as it goes along until by the kind of abrupt end of the song, all you want to do is go back and listen to it again...except that the next song, "The Secret Sun," is so good that you give in and let Harris be your guide through a nice range of lyrical folk tunes and rocking numbers. This guy is a very talented songwriter and the musicians playing with him are something special.

Craft.......2003-12-13

There are folks who write songs and then there are craftsmen. Jesse Harris has not only studied his craft (I hear Tin Pan Alley all over this record), but he's brought it to a new place. His voice is gentle and earnest, and charming to the core. Not some polished up glamour album, this work allows you to see the scratches on the Dobro, and hear a little rattle on the snare drum. It feels healthy and real as if we're hanging out in the songwriter's loft apartment.

I strongly recommend this album to those who aren't looking to find Nora Jones in the guise of a man, but who are willing to see what we're really missing in modern American music. Talented songwriters with classy simplicity and studied craftsmanship.

If you like this record.......2003-12-06

Hunt down the 1995 album "Once Blue" featuring Jesse and Rebecca Harris...brilliant.

Great songs, okay vocals.......2003-09-17

It's not really fair to compare Jesse Harris and his band with the now famous Norah Jones who recorded them. She's got a very different, smoky, sultry voice. This album is sharp and the lyrics are just as poeticly loopy as anything Harris has written before. I've always been more interested in the words than the singing so I enjoyed it.

weak.......2003-09-11

Oh my. I was disappointed. He should keep to the songwriting, but leave the singing to Norah.

Average customer rating: Great songs, Amazing vocals Great Record!!! Redefines awful! sincere recordings

Jesse Harris and The Ferdinandos ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Pop | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music General | Pop | Indie Music | Stores | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Indie Music | Stores | Music General | Rock | Indie Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Crooked Lines Without You The Secret Sun Mineral While the Music Lasts ASIN: B00002JV97 Release Date: 1999-08-24

Tracks:

1. I Don't Want to Change Your Mind
2. Don't Know Why
3. Waiting For Something
4. There's Nothing I Can Do
5. A Changing End
6. It's Alright To Fail
7. Soon
8. I Can't Let Go

Album Description

"Jesse Harris and The Ferdinandos" combines elements of pop, rock. This is Jesse's debut album that includes his original version of "Don't Know Why" that later appeared on Norah Jones' multi-platinum album, "Come Away With Me."

Fans of Norah Jones, Lyle Lovett, Beth Orton, Neil Young will love this cd.

Jesse Harris and The Ferdinandos are one of those bands that can sound loose without being sloppy. Their sound is that of a band whose members are accomplished, in touch, or just plain comfortable enough to make the final output sound warm and sincere.

Customer Reviews:

Great songs, Amazing vocals.......2003-01-19

This record is a jazzy-pop-singer/songwriter album full of great songs. Jesse has a relaxed vocal style that is somehow powefrul. I love his original version of Don't Know Why.

Great Record!!!.......2002-11-28

This is a great record with wonderful songs. Including Jesse's original version of "Don't Know Why" that Norah Jones recorded for her album.

Redefines awful!.......2002-07-14

A pedantic pace and (to my ear) off key vocals that drone on endlessly. I suppose if you like Wally Pleasant you might like this record, but it goes into my "sell" pile after only one listening.

sincere recordings.......2002-03-16

i bought this record as well as crooked lines....i love them both.

Average customer rating: Disappointing... A Fantastic Record! great songwriter don't sleep on jesse harris

Crooked Lines ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Rock | Styles | Music General | Rock | Indie Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Jesse Harris and The Ferdinandos The Secret Sun Without You Mineral While the Music Lasts ASIN: B00005NVQ3 Release Date: 2001-07-26

Tracks:

1. If He Asks You That
2. I'm Alright
3. Where Are You Now?
4. I've Got To See You Again
5. Lonely
6. Rockaway
7. It's Your Fault
8. Start All Over
9. Another Place
10. Sand And Glass
11. Do You Ever Dance When You're Alone
12. World Of Trouble
13. Something Is Calling You
14. Poor Old Dog
15. Save Your Breath For The Crowd
16. Crooked Lines
17. Holding On

Album Description

"Crooked Lines" is the second release from Jesse Harris and the Ferdinandos, recorded in the Brooklyn home of guitarist Tony Scherr.

Customer Reviews:

Disappointing..........2004-05-05

I'm very sorry to say I didn't much like this album, because I really wanted to. After becoming addicted to Norah Jones' first album & realizing that all of the best songs on it were written by Jesse Harris, I thought I would look into more of his music. Unfortunately, this album doesn't have nearly the same charm and warmth as Norah's, despite the fact that he wrote all of the songs. In addition, I'm afraid I find Jesse's voice whiny and not always in tune, and that the overall sound of this band is just not very polished -- much more garage band than professional.

In summary, don't buy this unless you want a much "rougher" sound and style to the music than the "Norah/Jesse" style of her first album -- even though Norah sings backup on this album, the style is completely different than her albums. If anyone is out there looking for more of the Norah/Jesse sound, I have an older album of Jesse's with his duo "Almost Blue" that I very much prefer. I think you have to buy it used, but it can be found.

A Fantastic Record!.......2002-11-28

This is one of the best records I bought this year. Great songs, beautiful melodies, and strong vocals. Do yourself a favor and check out this amazing artist.

great songwriter.......2002-04-10

Jesse Harris is an extremely talented NYC based singer-songwriter. He has recent success performing and writing with Norah Jones including the hit "Don't know why". Jesse is also a great guitarist with a real neat fingerpicking technique. I first heard of him when he was one half of the jazz-pop-folk duo Once Blue with Rebecca Martin. They recorded and released a wonderful self-titled debut album in 1995 but broke up before the release of their second record(I hope that album is someday released in some form. I heard the songs live in concert and they were incredible). This album is packed with great songs--check out "I'm alright", "Poor old dog" and "Do you ever dance...". My favorite is "Save you breath for the crowd" (incidentally a song he used to play as part of Once Blue). Buy this album---this guys deserves to be heard!!!!

don't sleep on jesse harris.......2002-03-14

one of the best artists you don't hear enough about.... wonderful writing, amazing feel, and a voice you won't forget.

Average customer rating:

The Secret Sun Jesse Harris & the Ferdinandos Manufacturer: Blue Thumb ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Alt-Country & Americana | Country | Styles | Music Singer-Songwriters | Pop | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Blue Thumb | Verve Music Group | Specialty Stores | Music ASIN: B00009YOUF Release Date: 2006-05-01

Tracks:

1. Just a Photograph
2. Secret Sun
3. Long Way from Home
4. All My Life
5. What Makes You - Jesse Harris, Jesse Harris, Norah Jones
6. How?
7. You Were on My Mind
8. If You Won't
9. Other Road
10. Midnight Bell
11. Roberta
12. You, The Queen

Average customer rating: Great Record!

Without You ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Rock | Styles | Music General | Rock | Indie Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Crooked Lines Jesse Harris and The Ferdinandos The Secret Sun While the Music Lasts Mineral ASIN: B00007L5VD Release Date: 2002-12-03

Tracks:

1. If You Ever Slip
2. Big Old House
3. Dancer In the Dark
4. As the Crow Flies
5. What Else?
6. Don't Wait Too Long
7. Bessie Smith
8. It's Gonna Change
9. Mind Machine
10. So Much Time
11. Without You

Album Description

Produced, recorded and mixed by Tony Scherr in his apartment in Brooklyn. Featuring Tony Scherr, Kenny Wollesen, Jesse Murphy and guests.

Customer Reviews:

Great Record!.......2003-01-13

Jesse Harris has delivered a record that combines beautiful songs, interesting arrangments, and his amazing voice. Part pop, part jazz, part raw singer/songwriter... this record blends them all with style and grace. If you like Norah Jones, Neil Young, James Taylor, or David Gray, you'll love Jesse Harris and the Ferdinandos

Average customer rating:

Jesse's Box Jesse Harris & The Ferdinandos Manufacturer: Sony/Columbia ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Rock | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Rock | Imports | Stores | Music ASIN: B00006YYAK Release Date: 2002-12-09

Tracks:

1. I Don't Want To Change Your Mind
2. Don't Know Why
3. Waiting For Something
4. There's Nothing I Can Do
5. A Changing End
6. If He Asks You That
7. Where Are You Now
8. Rockaway
9. Another Place
10. Sand And Glass
11. Something Is Calling You
12. Crooed Lines
13. Holding On

Album Description

Japanese only collection of his first two albums 'Crooked Lines' (2001) & 'Jesse Harris & the Ferdinandos' (1999). 13 tracks in all including, 'Don't Know Why' which won him Song of the Year at the 2003 Grammy's along with another track Norah Jones covered of his, 'Something Is Calling You'. Jesse also wrote five of the tracks on Norah Jones' 'Come Away With Me' album. Def Star. 2002.

Album Details

Japanese Exclusive Collection featuring 13 Tracks Taken from Two Albums.

Average customer rating:

Secret Sun Jesse Harris & The Ferdinandos Manufacturer: Universal ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Alt-Country & Americana | Country | Styles | Music Singer-Songwriters | Pop | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Rock | Imports | Stores | Music ASIN: B00009KM5N Release Date: 2003-06-30

Tracks:

1. Just A Photograph
2. The Secret Sun
3. Long Way From Home
4. All My Life
5. What Makes You (Feat Norah Jones)
6. How
7. You Were On My Mind
8. If You Wont
9. The Other Road
10. The Midnight Bell
11. Roberta
12. You The Queen
13. Dancer In The Dark (Bonus Track)

Album Description

Japanese edition of 2003 album, from singer/songwriter best-known for his work with Norah Jones, featuring 13 tracks including one bonus track, 'Dancer In The Dark'. Available at this low price for a limited time. Blue Thumb Records .

Album Details

Japanese Version featuring a Bonus Track: "Dancer in the Dark".

Average customer rating:

Secret Sun Jesse Harris & The Ferdinandos Manufacturer: Universal ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Alt-Country & Americana | Country | Styles | Music General | Jazz | Styles | Music Singer-Songwriters | Pop | Styles | Music ASIN: B000091KV6 Release Date: 2003-05-26

Album Details

Japanese Version featuring a Bonus Track: "Dancer in the Dark".

Meditation Music:

1. Kylie Minogue - Greatest Hits (+Bonus Remix CD) [Import]
2. Lift Him Up
3. Live at the Roxy Theatre [Live]
4. Long Time Coming
5. Matinee Idylls
6. More Than a Story
7. Naked (Job 1:21)
8. No Scrubs [CD-single] [Import]
9. Now 1995 [Import]
10. Now: 1997 [Import]

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Little Music: Singles 1997-2002

Tempest

Symphony 49

Music: Heart to Beat

This Island Remixes, Vol. 2 [CD-single]

The Sound of Young New York II

Toki Notsubasa [Import]

Thin Places

Tribute to Elton John [Import]

Sofia Gubaidulina: Offertorium

The Spirit of Swing

Super Salsa Mix [Import]

Sentimientos

Sibelius: Song of the Earth

House of Om: Kaskade