Jordan Jones - And I, You (2024)

Jordan Jones’ self-titled 2019 album still is one of the finest power pop records of the past half-decade. If you loved that record as much as I did, I am curious what you think of his new LP And I, You, which is out now through Lolipop Records. The record marks a significant transition and may invite a new fanbase while raise the eyebrows of some longtime supporters.

What’s the deal with And I, You? Well, for one it’s piano driven rather than powered by guitars; it’s more easy listening than rockin and head boppin.’ There is still a heavy ’70s influence, but it appears to draw from ELO, Hall & Oats, and Todd Rundgren instead of 20/20, The Real Kids and The Plimsouls.

But is it any good? Sure, even when you prefer his power pop side, you have to admire the talent and class of Jordan Jones. And I, You is a highly ambitious record with orchestral arrangements, pretty harmonies and timeless classics in songs like Can I Stay and Love Song of J, and a heartbreaker of a closer in Love Or Lose.