Donavon Frankenreiter - Donavon Frankenreiter [Japan]

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Release Date:: 07/13/2004
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Donavon Frankenreiter is a surfing buddy of Jack Johnson. He also makes music that surprisingly isn't too dissimilar to Johnson's. Add to that the fact that Johnson produces and plays a variety of instruments and sings on Frankenreiter's debut CD and you have a record that is tailormade for fans of Jack Johnson. Also for fans of laidback, goodtime music, that has much in common with jam bands like Phish (without the instrumental prowess and willingness to show it off) and also soft rock sounds of the '70s. Every song is built around acoustic guitar, quiet drums, and mellow percussion, and Frankenreiter never raises the tempo much past ramble, although on "Day Dreamer" he does dial it all the way up to lope. Frankenreiter has a goodnatured stoned drawl of a voice that delivers his light and breezy lyrics perfectly and with slacker soul. The pure sweetness of the album may turn off some listeners as might the similarity of the songs, but those who are into it will be very into it. Perfect for campfires late at night on the beach, early Sundaymorning afters, and lazy days in the cubicle, Frankenreiter has crafted a fine debut full of friendliness and lowkey charm. Unfortunately he has to be docked half a star for the moustache. Shave it off, dude [This Japanese release includes bonus material.]

- Tim Sendra, All Music Guide

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Born on December 10, 1972 in Downey, California, Donavon Frankenreiter took to surfing at a young age. By the age of 13 he had a sponsor Billabong and the pursuit of a professional career in surfing led to a move to Hawaii a year later. He had rent...Full Donavon Frankenreiter Biography