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Matinee | 
| Artist: Jack Penate
Label: Xl
Category: Music
List Price: £13.99
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Rating:  6 reviews
Sales Rank: 9479
Media: Audio CD
Discs: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 5.6 x 5 x 0.5
UPC: 634904228927
EAN: 0634904228927
ASIN: B000VT2MTM
Release Date: October 8, 2007
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| Tracks:
| • | Spit At Stars | | • | Got My Favourite... | | • | Have I Been A Fool | | • | Torn On The Platform | | • | Learning Lines | | • | Run For Your Life | | • | We Will Be Here | | • | Made Of Codes | | • | My Yvonne | | • | Second Minute Or Hour | | • | When We Die |
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| Editorial Reviews:
Amazon.co.uk Review
It's a bit of a surprise after such an exaggerated run (we're talking Ministry of Silly Walks standard) of arresting releases, not to mention the wired, enthused judders of his live shows, that chipper songwriter Jack Penate's debut album is so very reclined. We're not really saying things are mellow, not much, because Matinee does keep its head above water. But the wholesome Housemartins by Graham Coxon ska-dunked pop giddiness of singles "Second, Minute or Hour" and the fabulous "Spit at Stars", both included here doing something positive with The Libertines' legacy, are the exception rather than the rule. More typically we're looking at tunes like "We Will Be Here" (see The Kooks), "Have I Been a Fool?" (Kate Nash) and "Got My Favourite" (unnervingly summery Britpop mascots Dodgy), which explore lonelier themes and are housed in safer musical environments, reverb-soaked strumming and melancholy the order of the day. But then at either far end of the scale we have "Torn on the Platform" tearing up the downhearted foundation with rebellious abandon, covering his full range in the process, and "My Yvonne", a dainty and beautifully introverted four minutes. So it is at least true that he doesn't much stand still--he covers most bases available to him and he covers them confidently. Given time he might even graduate from the matinee slot. --James Berry
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| Customer Reviews: Read 1 more reviews...
 FAN EFFING TASTIC October 13, 2008
I will not go on about this album, I heard it once round a mates house, bought it, and with out doubt this is now one of my all time fav albums, catchy, excellent lyrics and instantly lovable :-)
An album that doesn't disappoint (in my eyes) December 24, 2007
Well after getting the album the day it came out I stuck it straight into my CD player eagerly awaiting what this album was to offer, I have seen Jack Penate many times before the release of his album, so to no suprise was there alot of songs I had heard before, with the small difference between these album versions and the EP versions. There are however some songs which I was not as readily available to download which make a appearance on this album, with 'Have I been a fool?' the highlight of these songs, although heard before I was unable to get a hold of the song before this album release, after months of listening, I still feel this album is as refreshing as it was when I first listened to it, however, I do say this as my opinion only, with consultation with some iother friends I have they don't feel the same way and having listened to Jack Penate as long as I have they feel that it just doesnt have the feel it used to and have become easily bored with this album. I feel if your an old time fan of Jack Penate you will love this, but be aware you wont feel refreshed with new material, also, if you have just heard Jack's single releases and love them this album is sure to be one you will love.
I have seen the future of indie rock - His name is....Jack Penate November 13, 2007
3 out of 4 found this review helpful
This is quite possibly the best album I have heard in quite a few months. Reminiscent of The Hoosiers album, Jack Penate (pronounced `Pen at ay' and not `pen eight' as some of my esteemed friends seem to think, has produced an album of informative, insightful and memorable songs.
Some of the album sounds all too familiar with influences ranging from all of the latest indie rockers (The Kooks, The Feeling, The Zutons etc.), but the song writing talent cannot be taken away from this wholly creative, inspired young man. "We Will Be Here", "Second Minute or Hour" and "Torn on the Platform" are outstanding tracks.
This is one you will play and play again and the more you do, the more you will excel yourself with words worthy of any intellectual convincing yourself how much you love it.
The rockin' beats of "Made of Codes" completes a substantive list to make this a distinctive sound, just about every track has a uniqueness (as in the haunting "My Yvonne") that's well thought out and brought together. This isn't a rushed album; it's a well planned artistic experience that any deserving indie fan should have.
I hope Jack grows and grows, as he truly deserves to. Years from now, you will still be playing Jack Penate's Matinee.
Ticks all sorts of boxes November 9, 2007
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
There are many key ingredients to having a successful debut album, and on Matinee Jack Penate seems to have included all the best ones.
Through his distinctive voice, with it's regular forays into the falcetto and London twang, and the fast-paced jangly guitars, Penate definitely creates his own sound and makes his songs instantly recognisable. Whilst some might prefer lyrics to be more abstract, Jack's words are more than a little Dylan-esque in their starkness and clarity, if not necessarily in their complexity, particularly when he is busy being observational.
And with a distinctive voice and good lyrics, what more do you need? Well of course, no debut album can truly be a success without great songs. And it is here that Jack Penate really excells. My favourites are the 4, 5, 6 sequence. Torn on the Platform, probably the stand out track and clear choice for first hit single, shows a love for home that anyone can identify with. Next comes Learning Lines, which I first heard when I saw him play in a pub on Pentonville Road two years ago. Learning Lines (particularly in the 'secret' version which comes after the end of the album) is a very distinctive song, especially when placed here amongst the jingle-jangle of most of the rest of the album, and the vocal is brilliant. Probably my favourite song is Run For Your Life which gives us, through an infectious beat and bouncy chorus, a little taste of Jack's views on the more violent aspects of human nature!
All in all, this is an excellent debut, and perhaps the final key ingredient - and one that ensures success - is that it is really enjoyable to listen to. The songs can bounce along in the background or be listened to up close. They are great lound and quiet, and they inevitably bring a smile to my face.
One thing that becomes fairly clear as you listen to this is that Jack Penate has a very bright future ahead of him.
 Good 1st album November 4, 2007
After hearing "spit at stars, "torn on the platform" and "second minute or hour" and loving them, i went and preordered the album straight away.when it finally arrived i have to say i wasnt overly impressed. the songs all seemed to be too similar and, after the 1st listen, i was left wondering why i'd bought it. but thank god for persevierence. i kept on listening to the album and found that i couldnt gt the songs out of my head. its now one of my most played album's. the only reason im giving it 4 stars is because of 2 bad songs but definately buy it if you like what yo've heard of Jack so far because this album wont dissapoint!
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