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  Polly Vernon joins Johnny Borrell and Razorlight on tour in Japan | Magazine | The Observer
Johnny Borrell stands in the centre of the stage, clad from head to toe in white - and he is mesmerising.
Johnny Borrell was born to be a front man. He grew up in Muswell Hill in north London, with an elder brother, Willy, and his mother, and an absent father.
Borrell dominates all conversations (whether or not he's actually part of them; whether or not he's actually even there), and his control over the extended tour group is absolute.
observer.guardian.co.uk /magazine/story/0,,1925993,00.html   (2783 words)

  
  Johnny Borrell - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Johnny Borrell (born April 4, 1980) is the frontman and songwriter of English band Razorlight.
Borrell is one of "The Dalston Set", a clique of indie notables connected to the early days of the London scene of the early 2000s, along with Dominic Masters of The Others, Pete Doherty, Carl Barât, John Hassall and the Queens of Noize.
Borrell is a big fan of cricket and a member of Middlesex County Cricket Club.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Johnny_Borrell   (487 words)

  
 ***Up All Night Reviews***   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
Johnny voice bears more than a passing ressemblence to Jarvis Cocker's, while drummer Christian Smith-Pancorvo seems to be on a mission to ressurrect the drumroll as the band stomp and cry their way through album.
Johnny Borrell of Razorlight was in The Libertines for a matter of days only, and whereas Pete Doherty and Co seem intent on embracing the sex and the drugs whilst only occasionally dabbling in the rock and roll, Razorlight go the other way and unleash the finest British debut album of the last year.
Johnny Borrell knows how to give a good interview, talking up his talents over the past year in every single magazine feature going - but now its time to put his money where his mouth is, with this the debut album from his band Razorlight.
www.geocities.com /razorlight_inthecity/upallnightreviews.html   (7725 words)

  
 popscene-sf :: Amanda Van West Interviews Johnny Borrell of RAZORLIGHT
Borrell spat out his lyrics with a feverish intensity, sometimes even throwing his guitar and knocking over his mic stand.
Borrell jumped off the amplifier and back onto the stage in one fluid motion, like some kind of wild jungle cat.
All of Borrell's onstage antics were caught on tape by the BBC, who were there filming for their popular music show Top of the Pops.
www.popscene-sf.com /interviews/razorlight/razorlight_interview.htm   (1407 words)

  
 Razorlight Rock Music > New Videos, Lyrics, Pictures, Mp3 Downloads, News, Concerts, Tickets..
Formed in the Summer of 2002 by Londoner Johnny Borrell and Swedish ex-pat' Björn Ågren, rehearsals produced immediate sparks, and with the addition of drummer Christian Smith-Pancorvo and Ågren's old pal Carl Dalemo on bass, their first recordings were made by their manager on a video camera.
Johnny Borrell may think he runs the country, but today (November 2) the Razorlight singer travels to meet MP Glenda Jackson as part of the ongoing Make Poverty History campaign.
Razorlight frontman Johnny Borrell has revealed that the band are working on their follow up to debut album 'Up All Night'.
www.music-artists.org /rock/razorlight.html   (2502 words)

  
 Guardian | 'I don't even look human'
Borrell is the pigeon-chested heart-throb of the hour, the lead singer of Razorlight, a band famous first for their cock-a-snook attitude, and then for their debut album, Up All Night, a visceral, Patti Smith-laced paean to London that went to the top of the album charts.
At the age of 24, Borrell has an impeccable rock'n'roll pedigree of drugs, squats, bravado and mingling with the Libertines.
Borrell has allegedly also been the subject of a song The Boy Looked at Johnny, by the Libertines, though he swats away the suggestion.
www.guardian.co.uk /print/0,3858,4980287-110428,00.html   (1172 words)

  
 Razorlight Biography,info
Frontman Johnny Borrell caused some controversy and surprise when he likened himself to musical legend Bob Dylan, quipping "If Dylan's making the chips then I'm drinking the champagne".
Borrell has also had arguements with other bands most notably new indie favourites The Kooks branding their music 'shit' and the lead singer 'boring'.
Razorlight have been accused of mimicking The Libertines' release of a self-titled second album and of a debut album beginning in the word "Up...", Johnny Borrell was in fact a very early member of The Libertines.
www.danceage.com /biography/Razorlight.html   (1060 words)

  
 Johnny Borrell... || Middlesex till we die - Unofficial Middlesex CCC Message Board
Johnny Borrell is the singer/songwriter of successful British band Razorlight, born 4 April 1980.
Borrell is often noted for his arrogant attitude towards the press and is famous for his proclamations of his own abilities, particularly to NME Magazine.
Of course, Johnny Borrell was one of the popstars that swore at the LIve 8 concert, during the daylight hours in front of children of all ages.
www.sportnetwork.net /boards/read/s66.php?f=67&i=24689&t=24689   (727 words)

  
 ***X-RAY - Shining Lights***   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
Borrell’s enthusiasm is infectious: second song into the soundcheck, Red Indian-coiffed drummer Christian Smith Pancorvo (think Joseph of the Nez Perce), blonde-banged bassist Carl Dalemo, dapper guitarist Björn Ågren and Borrell himself all have their tops off.
Shortly afterwards, Borrell is spotted weaving past various Kings Of Leon in a crowded backstage café, still topless and clutching a hairdryer.
Johnny Borrell is a very self-aware young man. When we first arrive he grins and says “ah, it’s the enemy!” He’s quoting Almost Famous, Cameron Crowe’s movie about a journalist tagging along with a touring band.
www.geocities.com /razorlight_inthecity/xrayshininglights.html   (2124 words)

  
 Razorlight - Johnny Borrell Interview @ Designer Magazine
Johnny Borrell's unwavering confidence is perhaps the one thing that's kept his head level throughout the last 12 months of madness.
Those sycophantic pieces early on in Razorlight's career didn't faze him because he knew that the band were strong enough to outlast any press hype, similarly the barrage of criticism from the haters was brushed off for the same reason.
I knew that whatever Johnny Borrell is capable of in 2004 he'd done 100 percent of it that night.
members.tripod.com /designermagazine/RazorlightINT2.html   (1769 words)

  
 A.L. Harper's Clatch   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
Johnny Borrell grew up in the posh Muswell Hill area of London and attended the wealthy public school (private prep-school) Highgate School with The Libertines former bassist and current Yeti frontman John Hassall.
Johnny is a cricket fan and is purportedly a member of the Middlesex County Cricket Club.
NME magazine quoted Johnny as saying he was the “greatest songwriter of our generation” and “better than Dylan”.
clatch.blogspot.com   (6069 words)

  
 Johnny Borrell By Atom Retro   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
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 Razorlight - Johnny Borrell Interview @ Designer Magazine
Johnny Borrell's unwavering confidence is perhaps the one thing that's kept his head level throughout the last 12 months of madness.
Those sycophantic pieces early on in Razorlight's career didn't faze him because he knew that the band were strong enough to outlast any press hype, similarly the barrage of criticism from the haters was brushed off for the same reason.
I knew that whatever Johnny Borrell is capable of in 2004 he'd done 100 percent of it that night.
designermagazine.tripod.com /RazorlightINT2.html   (1769 words)

  
 Johnny Borrell speaks out about Razorlight spat | News | NME.COM   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
Lead singer Borrell and bassist Carl Dalemo were recently seen confronting each other on stage during a show in Lyon (February 4) - this followed a scuffle with drummer Andy Burrows last year after an awards ceremony.
The public disputes had triggered a series of rumours about the band's future, including suggestions the rest of the group had a "peace pact" to stay together while it remained financially viable.
Borrell was also keen to outline his continued enthusiasm for the band.
www.nme.com /news/razorlight/26703   (317 words)

  
 filter magazine - news
Johnny immediately flew home to London to consult a second vocal specialist who confirmed his condition, put him on a course of medication and ordered complete rest.
Johnny, Björn, Carl, and Andy apologise for the inconvenience caused to all those coming to the shows and are keen to reschedule the sold-out six night run at Manchester Apollo, Glasgow Academy, and London's Alexandra Palace with as little delay as possible.
While Johnny is frustrated by his enforced silence he is determined to recover his vocal chords as fast as he can and promises to make the re-scheduled shows the most memorable rock'n'roll nights of the year.
www.filter-mag.com /news/interior.2052.html   (258 words)

  
 Drowned in Sound - Features - Band of the moment get confusing...
Borrell turns his frown upside down; likes Coldplay, too...
Despite being novices on the gig circuit (“We’re growing up in public” decides a confident Johnny Borrell), their shows have been quoted as being “almost legendary”, while they have been blessed with glowing reviews by virtually every section of the music press, something which doesn’t surprise the amiable Borrell.
At 22 years of age, Johnny Borrell is one of the most intensely prolific songwriters of his generation.
www.drownedinsound.com /articles/8317.html   (1896 words)

  
 The Sun Online - Something For The Weekend: The Razorlight fantastic
Johnny: Everyone was panicking but I knew it would be ready when I was happy with it.
Johnny: While touring, I learned that if you are going to sing a song you cannot waste a single syllable.
Johnny: We think there are ten singles on this album and we’re very proud of songs like In The Morning, Who Needs Love, America and Hold On.
www.thesun.co.uk /article/0,,2006320468,00.html   (1338 words)

  
 Johnny Borrell Music - Favorite Songs - Lyrics From   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
Johnny Borrell is the lead vocal of the band Razorlight.
Borrell has been turning up as a support act to bands in pubs in North London since he was 14.
Johnny Borrell has been portrayed as rather an arrogant young chap in certain music publications, but the...
www.lyricsfrom.com /artists/j/Johnny-Borrell.html   (1495 words)

  
 Johnny News
Lynyrd Skynyrd frontman Johnny Van Zant has undergone emergency surgery to have his appendix removed.
Van Zant joined the band in 1987, 23 years after it was formed Lynyrd Skynyrd frontman Johnny Van Zant has undergone emergency surgery to have his appendix removed.
The band's frontman, Johnny Borrell, says that fans can expect variety on their new album - a sideways swipe at other bands like U2 and Coldplay whom, he claims, play it safe with what they release.
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 Johnny Borrell   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
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 Razorlight - Free Music Downloads, Videos, Lyrics, CDs, MP3s, Bio, Merchandise and Links
Formed in the summer of 2002 by London singer/guitarist Johnny Borrell, the band took barely a year to land a major label deal and get their first single on the UK charts.
Now this ambitious four-piece, comprised of Borrell along with Swedish ex-pats Bjorn Agren and Carl Dalemo on guitar and bass and Andy Burrows on drums, are ready to conquer America.
Johnny Borrell filled us in on how the band got off the ground and how he's handled the pressure of already being known as one of rock's cockiest frontmen.
www.artistdirect.com /nad/music/artist/bio/0,,2674543,00.html   (1715 words)

  
 Virginmega.com - REVIEWS - Album Of The Week - Up All Night   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
But fortunately Borrell's passionate conviction is married to a catchy songwriting structure, awash in fidgety punk and memorable riffs on Up All Night, the group's debut album.
Borrell's voice can move from seductively detached to a menacing howl depending on the mood of his songs.
Whether Borrell's ego wins over the US remains to be seen (if Liam Gallagher can't do it, how can Borrell?), but his fresh and vibrant songs deserve to be heard on what is one of the best debut albums of the year.
www.virginmegamagazine.com /default.asp?aid=C9A   (417 words)

  
 Doherty hits back at Borrell - Music-News.com
Pete Doherty has called Johnny Borrell a "fucking c**t" and a "poisonous snake," adding that he "deserved headbutting".
The rift between the former friends came to light when Doherty headbutted Borrell at this year's Leeds Festival.
The two have been friends for several years, since Borrell was 15.
www.music-news.com /ShowNews.asp?nItemID=7928   (145 words)

  
 Popstar Feets   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
Despite white being this season's high street look of choice it is one that requires...
Johnny Borrell from Razorlight will never get these shoes super virginal white again.
Despite white being this season's high street look of choice it is one that requires a little specialist attention.
www.popstarfeets.co.uk /2006/05/johnny_borrell_from_razorlight.html   (192 words)

  
 Razorlight - Johnny Borrell And Kooks Continue Fued
British rockers The Kooks have hit back at Johnny Borrell, after the Razorlight frontman slammed their music as "horrible".
The Kooks singer Luke Pritchard dedicated the band's recent single Naive to Borrell at the band's gig at the London Astoria on Thursday night 18th May 2006.
During a recent interview Borrell blasted The Kooks, concentrating on Pritchard in particular.
femalefirst.co.uk /entertainment/Johnny+Borrell+And+...+Fued-17873.html   (315 words)

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