Jet is an Australian male rock band that formed in the early 2000s. The musicians gained their international popularity thanks to daring songs and lyrical ballads.
History of Jet
The idea to assemble a rock band came from two brothers from a small village in the suburbs of Melbourne. Since childhood, the brothers have been inspired by the music of classic rock artists of the 1960s. Future vocalist Nic Cester and drummer Chris Cester formed the band with Cameron Muncey.
In addition to musical hobbies, they were connected by an old friendship, as well as a joint part-time job in their youth. In 2001, the group decided on the final name.
A year later, the team members met Mark Wilson and invited him to their team. The guy was already a member of another group, so he refused the offer of young musicians. Luckily, the bass player's decision changed a few days later. At the end of 2001, a team of four talented young people began to write musical material.
Performance style
Great bands have had a great influence on the work of musicians. With some of their idols, the young group even managed to work more than once. The musicians attributed to their inspirers: “Queen', 'The Faces', 'The Beatles" and "T","Oasis","AC/DC"And"The Rolling Stones».
The group's songs are characterized as a mixture of daring rock'n'roll and lyrical pop rock. For all their creative activity, the musicians have released three studio albums and one vinyl record. Absolutely all the compositions were written by the musicians themselves. Their songs have become soundtracks for popular films and video games. The artists also collaborated with the largest advertising companies in the world.
Jet's first vinyl record
The young team in 2002 released their first disc called "Dirty Sweet". The team decided to release the debut collection exclusively on vinyl with a circulation of 1000 copies. The record was in incredible demand. Such success pushed the musicians to release an additional 1000 records.
The vinyl compilation became popular outside of Australia, especially in the UK. In early 2003, the musicians entered into an agreement with the successful label Electra. In the spring of the same year, sales of the debut vinyl "Dirty Sweet" began in the United States.
Debut studio compilation
The band started recording their debut studio compilation "Get Born" in 2003. To record the musicians went to Los Angeles to the producer Dave Sardy. Previously, a man collaborated with a shocking Marilyn Manson.
In the middle of the process, representatives of The Rolling Stones contacted the musicians. A successful team offered jobs to budding stars. The team agreed to sing as the opening act. Jet have performed over 200 times at Australian Idol concerts. Collaboration with the legendary group increased the interest of listeners in the beginning stars several times.
In 2004, the musicians presented the finished album to the public. The two most successful album songs got places in the prestigious Triple J Hottest 100. A year later, the musicians were again lucky to perform on the same stage with another of their inspirers. The musicians went on a joint tour with the Oasis band.
The success of the compositions
Sales of the compilation "Get Born" exceeded 3,5 million copies. First of all, the song "Are You Gona Be My Girl?" brought success. The composition was broadcast on radio stations in many countries of the world. The track became the "calling card" of the group, which brought "Jet" to the world level.
The main hit of the album was in:
- game "Madden NFL 2004";
- animated cartoon "Flush";
- teen comedy "Once Upon a Time in Vegas";
- the game "Guitar Hero: On Tour and Rock Band";
- advertising for Apple and Vodafone products.
The second most popular rock and roll hit "Rollover DJ" was played in the game "Gran Turismo 4". The list of songs on the most recognizable album also included the popular lingering "Look What You've Done". The composition became the soundtrack of the romantic comedy More Than Love.
Second studio compilation
The musicians released their next album in 2006. The collection "Shine On" includes 15 songs. The album was an excellent example of a mixture of indie rock and the usual arena rock. He debuted with high positions, but did not repeat the success of the previous "Get Born".
Despite the direct result of the second studio album, the musicians were still in demand. "Jet" actively participated in major music festivals at home and abroad. The group performed on the same stage with "Muse","The Killers" and "My Chemical Romance».
After the release of the album, the musicians presented a new composition "Falling Star". She became the main soundtrack in the third film about "Spider-Man". Immediately after the success of the composition, the band presented the song "Rip It Up". And again, the song did not go unnoticed - it was used in an animated cartoon about Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.
Creative Jet Break
In the summer of 2007, the band again went on tour with The Rolling Stones. The musicians performed together in the countries of Central Europe. In the fall, the team returned to their homeland. Upon their return to Australia, Jet performed at the AFL Grand Final.
The musicians officially announced that immediately after the tour, active recording of the third collection will begin. The release of the new disc was planned for the next year, but at the end of autumn the band decides to stop. The men said that after a busy touring life in support of the second album, they need to take a break. In the same period, the main soloist of the group had problems with the vocal cords.
Latest album
The band's latest compilation, Shaka Rock, was released after a year-long hiatus. Not all songs from the collection became successful. The record was received ambiguously, mostly neutrally. Only the compositions "Black Hearts", "Seventeen" and "La Di Da" won success among the fans. The group's third disc became successful at home, but it did not receive overwhelming popularity abroad.
For the next 2 years, the team performed at concerts with more sought-after stars. In 2009, the group warmed up the audience for the performances of the popular trio "Green Day".
Jet Decay
After eleven years of existence, in the spring of 2012, the Australian boys-band announced the cessation of creative activity. The team thanked all their fans through social networks for their devotion and support. The stars also stated that they would not stop releasing copies of their studio CDs. After the announcement, all members of the group focused on their other projects.
Jet revival attempt
Four years later, there was a rumor that the team would resume creative activity. Representatives of the musicians said that in 2017 the band will perform on the summer tour of the E Street Band. However, the band only played live at the New Year's Eve show at the Gasometer Hotel in Melbourne. The headliners played a concert of 23 songs. They were the most popular compositions from all three studio collections.
In 2018, the musicians planned an Australian tour in honor of the legendary Get Born album. The musicians did not succeed in returning the glory of past years. Despite this, Jet are still one of Australia's most successful rock bands.
