1. A Swedish indie group<… Read Full Bio ↴There are at least six artists with this name:
1. A Swedish indie group
2. A solo project of musician Jacob Janoram
3. An English pop group
4. A South African rapper
5. A Dutch musician
6. K-pop girl group
7. American YouTuber who covers music
1. Swedish group jj emerged in 2009 on the Gothenburg-based record label Sincerely Yours with a particularly gratifying take on the musical preoccupations common to much of the label's roster, which includes its founders, The Tough Alliance. jj are distributed in North America by Secretly Canadian. The band consists of Joakim Benon and Elin Kastlander.
jj's take on neo-Balearic indie pop filters Air France's tropical haze, The Tough Alliance's penchant for slyly irreverent appropriation, and The Honeydrips' fragile twee pop melodicism into a beguilingly lush, gently electronic style, reminiscent of prime Saint Etienne with a smoother, beachier sheen. jj also share their label mates' propensity for mystery, favoring an artfully enigmatic presentation. Vocalist Elin Kastlander provides a distinguishing sonic hallmark in the form of her warm, lusciously smooth alto.
jj released their debut single jj n° 1 in early 2009. A couple of months later they released their debut album jj n° 2. Their third album, jj n° 3, was released on March 9, 2010.
In late 2010, jj released a mixtape called Kills. The first single from Kills, "Let Them," sampled Akon's "Right Now (Na Na Na)." The single also featured a B-side entitled "I'm The One/Money On My Mind" that samples "Intro" by The xx.
Aside from their official releases, jj has also done several covers and new takes on contemporary songs. For example, they've recorded covers of Akon's "Troublemaker," Jeremih's "Birthday Sex," and the "Theme Song" for the classic 70s American tv series Welcome Back, Kotter. All of these tracks were released for free on the internet.
2. Brace yourself, North America – slosh rock is coming. Intrepid guitarist, singer and songwriter JJ Hendrix is mixing and mashing genres to concoct his own blend of musical intoxication which latches on to the listener and refuses to let go. Armed with a seemingly endless satchel of guitar solos and a knack for combining searing riffs with funky, grooving beats, this is the refreshing burst of danceable, yet imaginative rock the scene has been thirsting for.
Hailing from Ontario, JJ continues to make a name for himself throughout the indie music circuit thanks to his eclectic, yet trademark sound that drips and oozes from each and every song he pens. The far majority of his creations are instrumental, allowing the music to do the talking while the listener immerses themselves into the world of slosh rock. Driven by “creativity in its pristine state,” this unique style feeds off the unbridled, rampant inspiration and experimentation embodied by JJ himself.
Joined by Brad Heatherly on drums, Yeruvim Krantsky on guitar and bassist Al Finter, JJ’s Music Retaliation continues to roll on, releasing their latest single “Grunky Gillers and the Fillers” through CD Baby and other digital retailers. With influences from Jimi Hendrix, as well as the blues and rock greats of yesterday and today, the foursome continues to carve out their own niche within the industry. Serving as a small sampling of what’s to come, the single drives sole songwriter JJ to write and record for the group’s upcoming full-length album.
JJ Hendrix earned his nickname from musician and producer Scott Hill of Astranova Records, who recorded with former Black Sabbath keyboardist and producer for Robert Plant, Jez Woodroffe. The pair collaborated on a well-received record Ancient Future in 2010. He released his solo debut Return Regalia in 2008, which generated thousands of plays via Spotify and Last.fm.
JJ’s Music Retaliation’s new single “Grunky Gillers and the Fillers” is available to purchase through CD Baby now, as well as JJ’s full-length Return Regalia. Check him out on ReverbNation to sample some of the delectably fun slosh rock that continues to emanate from his guitar amp today.
3. JJ is the name of a 90s pop group from Salford, England, fronted by the eponymous Jan Johnston.
4. JJ aka Alcapone-JJ is a dancehall mc from Gugulethu, Cape Town. Having been introduced to African Dope Studio boss DJ Dope by fellow Gugulethu crew Chronic Clan, he was inducted into the African Dope Soundsystem project, where he shone. Following tours by the African Dope Soundsystem posse to Germany in 2005 and 2006, JJ secured a record deal in Berlin and relocated there. For up to date info including news of his album release, see JJ's Myspace page.
5. There is also a Dutch artist named JJ. He appears on the Water, Wind & Sails compilation on Dutch label WM Recordings.
6. JJ is one of the few solo singers that has been acknowledged by this prestigious producer, so many are anticipating how she’ll fare against the other girl groups she’ll be competing against.
Into the Light
JJ Lyrics
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Getting hit by life and a world that intervenes
It's not easy getting out of bed
It's not easy getting it out of your head
And it feels like everything is right
And it feels like as you step into the light
It is all I have to give
I take my time to perfect the beat
I still got love
I keep it neat
Do you feel the heat
The lyrics of JJ's song "Into the Light" describe the struggle of waking up each morning with the weight of one's dreams and the reality of the world intervening. It describes the difficulty of getting out of bed and clearing one's head. However, the song also brings a sense of hope, that as one steps into the light, everything suddenly feels right.
The song seems to suggest that despite the difficulties and challenges one may face in life, they have chosen to follow a certain path, and they will continue to pursue it with all their heart. The chorus affirms this by stating, "It's the life I chose to live, it is all I have to give." The lyrics also indicate that even in the pursuit of their dreams, the artist still has love to give, and they strive to perfect their craft while keeping things neat.
The song seems to have a universal appeal, as it speaks to the struggles we all face in life, the uncertainty in chasing our dreams, and the hope that arises when we step into the light. It reminds us that even in the midst of our struggle, we can still find love and beauty in the world.
Line by Line Meaning
You get up every morning by the echoes of your dream
Your daily routine is propelled by the dreams that motivate you.
Getting hit by life and a world that intervenes
You face adversity and unexpected interruptions in your life.
It's not easy getting out of bed
You struggle to find the energy to face the challenges of the day.
It's not easy getting it out of your head
You find it difficult to let go of negative thoughts and worries.
And it feels like everything is right
There are moments when everything seems to fall into place.
And it feels like as you step into the light
As you embrace positivity and move forward, you feel as though you're stepping out of the darkness and into the light.
It's the life I chose to live
Your life choices have brought you to this point.
It is all I have to give
You put your all into everything you do.
I take my time to perfect the beat
You're dedicated to your craft and take your time to do things right.
I still got love
Despite any setbacks, you still have love in your heart.
I keep it neat
You have a methodical approach to life, keeping things organized and tidy.
Do you feel the heat
You challenge others to step up and feel the passion and energy that you bring to the table.
Contributed by Jordyn P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.