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Jonas Brothers MAG
My taste in music is very selective. I prefer older bands, like Switchfoot, Snow Patrol – bands teenagers usually say, “Huh? Who are they?” But even with the Veronicas, the Beatles, and Bob Marley on my iPod, I had to check out the new pop sensation, the Jonas Brothers, when my best friend developed a severe case of OJD (that's Obsessive Jonas Disorder).
She told me they were the perfect boys: wore purity rings, didn't use profanity, and went to church. It seemed the Jonas Brothers were causing an uproar wherever they went. This was definitely worth looking into.
First impressions are everything. When I googled the Jonas Brothers, I found countless pictures of three dark-haired youths, forums started by loyal fans, and songs to listen to. Let's just say, I didn't hear what I expected. I always thought teen pop groups sang shallow rock songs that made girls scream, but these three brothers create an interesting blend of reggae, punk, smooth rock, and even some soulful acoustic music, definitely not what you would expect.
In addition to their unique music, the Jonas Brothers definitely possess the cute factor. Nick, the youngest, has brown curly hair that makes the decibel level in a room go up five notches when he walks in. Joe, the 19-year-old, is the “cute, funny one,” according to close friend Miley Cyrus. Kevin, the oldest at 20, is the guitar genius. Man, that boy can seriously rock out onstage with his Gibson.
So, what really draws throngs of teenage fans to these brothers? Their music makes sense. You can relate to the songs and feel what they felt when they wrote them. Also, they truly appreciate fans' dedication, and give back with free concerts and meet-and-greets.
Finally, they have amazing style: what guys you know would wear tight purple jeans?
So check out this new band taking the spotlight. (Their album “A Little Bit Longer” was released in August.)
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Ahem...
Though your article was clearly very well thought out and written...
The Jonas Brothers do not make good music. It's just the same generic garbage pop keeps throwing in our face over and over again expecting us to think just because someone else sings it, it's not the same as some song that was all over the place last week.
They're songs all sound the same
They're cliche, and none of them are very original
And the fandom
Oh, God, the fandom...
Those are my thoughts.
NICK=HOT ILOVE YOU!! <3
JOE=I HATE YOU CUZ UR A PLAYER
:-(
KEVIN=HAVE FUN WITH UR WIFE!!!!!!!!
I completely disagree with this article. The Jonas Brothers are not a unique band- not at all, and you can find many other teenage artists that create commercialised pop music every day, such as the new Justin Bieber and even, on occasion, Miley Cyrus. Others have tried to become a famous 'band', such as the Jonas Brothers, but have failed because they do not have the access to the music industry that this band did. Also, the Jonas Brothers' fan club simply consists of young teenage girls that scream and sometimes cry, not for their music, but for thier cheesy, over-rated looks.
I also disagree with the fact that their music is 'reggae, punk, smooth rock, and even some soulful acoustic music'. It is evident to any person that would listen to their music without watching them peform and judging them on their looks, that The Jonas Brothers' music is pop and it is completely riduclous that their music should be stated otherwise.
I say, bring back old school music, and people loving music because it is a form of relief and something that one could take refuge in, not because the lead singer is good looking.
