Living Room is the debut studio album by American pop band AJR. It was released through the band's label AJR Productions and Warner Music Group on March 3, 2015. The album was produced from the band's apartment in Chelsea, Manhattan.
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| Released | March 3, 2015 | |||
| Recorded | 2012–2014 | |||
| Studio | The band's apartment in Chelsea, Manhattan[1] | |||
| Length | 46:02 | |||
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Background
editAJR began busking in various parks of New York City on July 9, 2005,[2] performing as tap dancers under the name lit. 'TB³' or 'Tapping Brothers to the Third Power'.[3] Through donations made from passerby, the group was able to afford instruments, microphones, and a computer, transitioning into performing music.[4] The brothers began referring to their band as Adam, Jack and Ryan, taking inspiration from Peter, Paul and Mary, before shortening it to AJR.[5] They initially performed covers, later writing original songs.[6] These were included on their independently released albums Born and Bred (2010) and Venture (2010).[7]
Promotion
editAJR released their first and eponymous EP in 2012,[8] featuring the song "The World Is a Marble Heart" alongside three other tracks.[citation needed] This was followed by the band's second EP, 6foot1, on December 20, 2013.[9] It featured the band's breakout single "I'm Ready",[10] which helped the band secure a record deal with Warner Music Group.[11] The band's third EP, Infinity, was released on September 23, 2014, with its sole single "Infinity" being the second single for Living Room.[12][13] The album was initially planned for release on September 30, 2014, but was ultimately delayed for production and came out on March 3, 2015.[citation needed]
Track listing
editAll tracks are written by Ryan Met, Jack Met, and Adam Met
| No. | Title | Length |
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| 1. | "Overture" | 2:38 |
| 2. | "Infinity" | 4:00 |
| 3. | "I'm Ready" | 3:47 |
| 4. | "My Calling" | 3:38 |
| 5. | "Thirsty" | 3:02 |
| 6. | "Pitchfork Kids" | 3:33 |
| 7. | "Woody Allen" | 3:45 |
| 8. | "Livin' on Love" | 3:42 |
| 9. | "Big White Bed" | 2:43 |
| 10. | "The World Is a Marble Heart" | 3:10 |
| 11. | "The Green and the Town" | 5:06 |
| 12. | "Big Idea" | 3:21 |
| 13. | "Growing Old on Bleecker Street" | 3:23 |
| Total length: | 46:02 | |
Personnel
editCredits adapted from Tidal.[14]
AJR
- Adam Met – bass guitar, vocals, writing (all tracks), composer, arranger (1)
- Jack Met – lead vocals, instruments, writing (all tracks), composer, arranger (1)
- Ryan Met – lead vocals, production, mixing (all tracks), composer (1), arranger (1, 3), writing (1, 2, 4–13)
Additional personnel
Charts
edit| Chart (2015) | Peak position |
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| US Heatseekers Albums (Billboard)[15] | 20 |
References
edit- ^ Baker, Elizabeth (March 5, 2015). "Critical Voices: AJR, Living Room". George Town Voice. Retrieved January 30, 2021.
- ^ Levy, Matt (November 10, 2023). "AJR announces 2024 'The Maybe Man Tour.' Get tickets today". New York Post. Retrieved April 12, 2024.
- ^ "Watch The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon Clip: AJR Got Hustled by Times Square Elmos While Filming Their Music Video (Extended)". NBC. Archived from the original on December 2, 2023. Retrieved April 13, 2024.
- ^ Whitmore, Laura (March 4, 2015). "AJR's Debut Album 'Living Room' Out Now". Guitar World. Retrieved April 13, 2024.
- ^ McGahan, Michelle (March 6, 2015). "AJR on 'Living Room,' Stretching Their Sound". PopCrush. Retrieved April 13, 2024.
- ^ BWW News Desk (September 30, 2014). "Breakout Pop Trio AJR Releases Debut Album 'Living Room' Today". BroadwayWorld. Retrieved April 13, 2024.
- ^ Becker, Sarah (April 28, 2024). "Revisiting AJR's overshadowed hit "Let the Games Begin"". AudioPhix. Retrieved May 4, 2024.
- ^ Arthur, Joey (October 31, 2023). "The Wichitan's Song of the Week: "God is Really Real"". The Wichitan. Retrieved April 12, 2024.
- ^ Sciarretto, Amy (December 13, 2013). "AJR Reveal 'Growing Old on Bleecker Street' Acoustic Video + Track Listing for '6Foot1' EP". PopCrush. Retrieved April 12, 2024.
- ^ Hyman, Dan (September 24, 2013). "NYC Brother Trio AJR 'Ready' for Stardom". Billboard. Retrieved April 12, 2024.
- ^ Mochizuki, Hitomi (November 13, 2014). "10 Things You Need To Know About AJR". The Pitch. Retrieved April 12, 2024.
- ^ Wass, Mike (September 11, 2014). "AJR Return With Nostalgic New Single "Infinity": Watch The DIY Lyric Video (Idolator Premiere)". Idolator. Archived from the original on December 19, 2023. Retrieved January 26, 2024.
- ^ Wass, Mike (November 5, 2014). "AJR Talk "Infinity", Their Debut LP 'Living Room' & Beyond: Idolator Interview". Idoolator. Retrieved April 13, 2024.
- ^ "Credits / Living Room / AJR". Tidal. March 3, 2015. Retrieved October 7, 2023.
- ^ "AJR Chart History (Heatseekers Albums)". Billboard. Retrieved October 10, 2023.