Of course, the expectations were high, not least because of the promising band structure John Butler, Nicky Bomba and Byron Luiters.
The first single 'One Way Road' though initially caused mixed feelings, and also the first album Pass brought no elation.
Where was the old John Butler, where this rebellious mood that always switched his songs? 'April Uprising' is then rather something Mainstreaming therefore, perhaps more on the US market cut, I thought ...
If you listen to the album, however, often to, this first impression occurs quickly in the background. Instead, you can feel how much joy and energy have been included here. And that is infectious. Beneath the surface the old JBT-roots appear, the songs are fun, initial doubts were unfounded. 'Ragged Mile' want to hear it all the time, the driving 'Close To You' facilitate a getting to work.
Again JBT is a great album that grows with each run. 'April Uprising' is different, but good.
I would have after the first hearing to judge, I would be stuck with 3 stars. Meanwhile, it is me but already worth 4.5 stars. Ascending trend ...
