From Janet to Damita Jo: The Videos

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From janet. to Damita Jo: The Videos
Video by
Janet Jackson
ReleasedSeptember 6, 2004 (2004-09-06)
Recorded1993–2004
Genre
Length120 minutes
LanguageEnglish
LabelVirgin
Director
Janet Jackson chronology
Janet: Live in Hawaii
(2002) 		From janet. to Damita Jo: The Videos
(2004)

From janet. to Damita Jo: The Videos is the third music video release by American singer Janet Jackson. It was released on September 6, 2004, by Virgin Records, following the debut of Jackson's eighth studio album, Damita Jo. The anthology contains music videos from her first four studio albums released on Virgin Records. It also includes several live performances, the filming of "All Nite (Don't Stop)", an exclusive album interview, and photo gallery.

The compilation received positive reviews from critics, who commended Jackson's visual evolution throughout her career. It was also thought to depict the huge influence she has become on younger artists, observed to emulate the "controversial pop superstar". Jackson's choreography and sexual allure were also subjects of recognition. Following her

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.

Background

From janet. to Damita Jo: The Videos is Jackson's third video compilation, following

MuchMoreMusic and On Air with Ryan Seacrest are also included, along with the filming of "All Nite (Don't Stop)" and Damita Jo album interview. Its artwork was taken by British photographer Max Vadukul
.

The videos on the release have collectively won numerous accolades, including

HMV Japan initially revealed its track listing to include an unreleased music video for "R&B Junkie
", although it was not included on the final release.

Critical reception

Professional ratings
Review scores
SourceRating
AllMusic[2]
Belfast Telegraph[3]

"With dance routines so tight they are bound to cause domestic injury if tried at home, the funky, up tempo numbers more than punch their weight. The ballads, meanwhile, are slushy, totally unhurried and more than a little indulgent — again, a precedent her rivals are more than happy to go along with."

— MusicOMH.[4]

The compilation received favorable reviews amongst critics, who applauded its display of Jackson's progression throughout her music videos and career. Her intense choreography and sexuality were also subjects of recognition. Rob Theakston of AllMusic praised Jackson's videography and appeal, saying, "Janet Jackson remains a marvel to observe as a hallmark of beauty within the pop world." In contrast to her contemporaries, Theakston added, "Janet somehow emotes a near flawless sexuality and does so almost effortlessly." The compilation was considered "a further reinforcement" of her consistent allure, noting "the visuals complement the music well". While the theme of several videos were likened to "late-night cable adult movie[s]", the release was recommended for both "die-hard fans" and "testosterone-fueled adolescent teens".[2] Ben Hogwood of MusicOMH praised the compilation as "worth a look", commending Jackson's artistry and choreography to "more than punch their weight". Jackson's physical appearance and "seemingly ageless features" were also called "astounding", as Hogwood remarked, "When you think some ten years separate the first video from the last, if anything she looks younger now than she did then." However, Jackson's portrayal of sexuality within several videos was observed to be "curiously detached" from her visual persona, "even if we do get some fairly gratuitous shots of the fearsome flat stomach, not to mention some generous cleavage shots for Super Bowl fans."[4]

Analyzing its chronology, "

MSN Entertainment praised the release from the "controversial pop superstar", tracing "the latest phase of her music career".[5]

Legacy

The compilation includes music videos directed by Matthew Rolston and Francis Lawrence.

Jackson's body of work presented in the compilation has been regarded as largely influential within popular music. Upon its release, several critics observed Jackson's work to not receive proper credit for its leverage, despite significance within

Madonna, calling her "the unheralded mother-architect, for better or worse, of the current pop world... While it's a conditioned reflex for mainstream critics to heap praise upon Madonna as the mold from which MTV's pop brigade is stamped, the truth is a bit more complicated."[6]

PopMatters called her a "consummate product of popular culture", adding, "Janet Jackson's music videos don't confine or define her so much as they stretch possibilities, making the medium itself seem more flexible and optimistic than rigid."[7] Vibe ranked Jackson among the music industry's "most valuable players", describing the release to span "Janet's amazing career".[8] Jackson later stated, "I have seen different elements from all of these videos in lots of artists work and it's a great feeling to know that you have inspired them in such a way."[9]

Track listing

No.TitleDirector(s)Length
1."
So So Def remix; featuring Jermaine Dupri)
Francis Lawrence4:37
16."Son of a Gun (I Betcha Think This Song Is About You)" (with Carly Simon)Lawrence4:26
17."I Want You"Meyers3:49
18."All Nite (Don't Stop)"Lawrence4:38
19."Just a Little While" (Live in London) 3:20
Extra features
No.TitleLength
1."
MuchMoreMusic Live)
4:09
5."I Want You" (MuchMoreMusic Live)4:35
6."All Nite (Don't Stop)" (On Air with Ryan Seacrest)4:43
7."I Want You" (On Air with Ryan Seacrest)4:03
8."Interview" (On Air with Ryan Seacrest)5:50

Release history

Release history for From Janet to Damita Jo: The Videos
Region Date Label
Europe September 6, 2004 Virgin
United States September 7, 2004
Canada
Japan September 29, 2004 EMI
Australia October 18, 2004 Virgin

References

  1. ^ "Nipple Ripples: 10 Years of Fallout From Janet Jackson's Halftime Show". Rolling Stone. Kreps, Daniel. January 30, 2014. Retrieved January 30, 2014.
  2. ^ a b Theakston, Rob. "From Janet. To Damita Jo: The Videos [Amaray]". AllMusic. Retrieved July 17, 2023.
  3. ^ McKay, Neil (September 30, 2004). "DVD Music: Janet Jackson, The Who". Belfast Telegraph. Retrieved July 17, 2023.
  4. ^ a b c d "Janet Jackson - From Janet. To Damita Jo: The Videos - music DVD reviews - musicOMH". MusicOMH. Hogwood, Ben. 2004. Archived from the original on October 23, 2013. Retrieved December 25, 2013.
  5. ^ "Janet Jackson: From janet. To Damita Jo - The Videos: Overview". MSN. 2004. Archived from the original on August 12, 2008. Retrieved December 25, 2013.
  6. ^ Hardy, Ernest (May 6, 2004). "Fear of a Black Titty - Page 1 - Music - Los Angeles - LA Weekly". LA Weekly.
  7. ^ "Distraction TV - Popmatters". Popmatters. Fuchs, Cynthia. April 18, 2004. Retrieved December 25, 2013.
  8. ^ "Vibe - Google Books". Vibe Magazine. September 2004. Retrieved December 25, 2013.
  9. ^ "Janet Jackson Talks 'janet.' 20th Anniversary: Exclusive". Billboard. May 18, 2013. Retrieved September 8, 2013.

External links

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