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The second time a greatest hits collection has graced my page in as many months. I really miss good R&B music like this.
I loved the days when 'U Know What's Up' was in the charts, Aaliyah was Queen, and a hit wasn't a hit without a rap feature - 'Let Me Blow Ya Mind' and 'Never Be the Same Again', anyone?
The remix version with Lisa "Left Eye" Lopes was notably absent from the official track listing; I added this to my digital album. Also, 'In the Hood' (first single from his 1996 debut) works as an album opener.
Sunday 30 August 2015
Saturday 22 August 2015
Destiny's Child - Destiny Fulfilled
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From beginning to end, the ladies were telling us a story:
An unsatisfying man, full of empty promises (Lose My Breath)
The type of man they wanted (Soldier)
How to treat this new man (Cater 2 U)
To how she misses him when he is gone (T-Shirt)
Why he doesn't act the same (Is She the Reason)
He cheats and her friends tell her to let him go (Girl)
Leaving is always difficult (Bad Habit)
But finally they let him go (If)
Now she is rid of him (Free)
They were hurt by what he did and are (Through with Love)
But true (Love) is in us and our friendships.
From beginning to end, the ladies were telling us a story:
An unsatisfying man, full of empty promises (Lose My Breath)
The type of man they wanted (Soldier)
How to treat this new man (Cater 2 U)
To how she misses him when he is gone (T-Shirt)
Why he doesn't act the same (Is She the Reason)
He cheats and her friends tell her to let him go (Girl)
Leaving is always difficult (Bad Habit)
But finally they let him go (If)
Now she is rid of him (Free)
They were hurt by what he did and are (Through with Love)
But true (Love) is in us and our friendships.
Sunday 16 August 2015
Zendaya - Zendaya
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With a strong resemblance to Cassie, and influences including Aaliyah, Rihanna and Bridgit Mendler, I'm very surprised I am only now aware of this debut. Zendaya has since been working with Timbaland, Diane Warren and Babyface on the follow-up to her 2013 release.
Earlier this year, Zendaya (which means 'to give thanks') starred as Cut-Throat in Taylor Swift's 'Bad Blood' video. For many, this was an introduction to the talented actress, singer and dancer.
With a strong resemblance to Cassie, and influences including Aaliyah, Rihanna and Bridgit Mendler, I'm very surprised I am only now aware of this debut. Zendaya has since been working with Timbaland, Diane Warren and Babyface on the follow-up to her 2013 release.
Earlier this year, Zendaya (which means 'to give thanks') starred as Cut-Throat in Taylor Swift's 'Bad Blood' video. For many, this was an introduction to the talented actress, singer and dancer.
Monday 10 August 2015
Norah Jones - Feels Like Home
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I really love Norah Jones. I have always felt such a deep admiration for her as a major talent in the folk-blues genre. I travelled to Brussels to see her perform in 2012 and, since then, my respect has only grown.
With a debut album as extraordinary and exemplary as Come Away with Me, Norah Jones had a lot to live up to. Tonight I was reminded of the sheer brilliance of her sophomore. If I am ever in a degree of turmoil, Norah's work (along with Laura Marling and Agnes Obel) is a real tonic.
If your head is busy, or the day is running away from you, put this on and I assure you things will improve. Thank you Norah and band.
I really love Norah Jones. I have always felt such a deep admiration for her as a major talent in the folk-blues genre. I travelled to Brussels to see her perform in 2012 and, since then, my respect has only grown.
With a debut album as extraordinary and exemplary as Come Away with Me, Norah Jones had a lot to live up to. Tonight I was reminded of the sheer brilliance of her sophomore. If I am ever in a degree of turmoil, Norah's work (along with Laura Marling and Agnes Obel) is a real tonic.
If your head is busy, or the day is running away from you, put this on and I assure you things will improve. Thank you Norah and band.
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