Pulse
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Post by Pulse on Jun 8, 2007 22:29:08 GMT -5
Who would that be? Her ex manager?
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Post by That Skipping Rope. on Jun 8, 2007 22:40:20 GMT -5
Yeah, I lied. lol Sorry, i misread something a while back.
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Jeff
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Post by Jeff on Jun 8, 2007 22:53:22 GMT -5
The more I listen to "Irvine" the more I get a Patsy kind of vibe. That one take perfect vocal, that takes most artist 4 hours to record.
I mean, Joss, Gwen, Patsy, Benatar... I can also hear Alanis vibe in some songs. I can see P!nk in songs as "Chivas" and "How I Feel" song writing wise and vocally. Plus I think on some of the harder stuff, (some parts of Sober and Hole) she reminds me of Ann Wilson. Having the softness, while the amazing power. I can't think of not a one female in todays music who that could be said about.
Absoluty stunning album. Musically, vocally, production, lyrically... STUNNING!
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OUcultjam
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Post by OUcultjam on Jun 8, 2007 22:53:29 GMT -5
Be Still totally owns me. I remember when we got the lyrics I didn't think there was anything there, so I didn't think much of it. But now when I listen to it I stop everything else I'm doing just to admire it, soak in it, enjoy every breathy note...
My other favorites are the heavy rock tracks - Hole, Haunted, Judas, How I Feel, One Minute (and Sober)
My two least favorite are Don't Waste Your Time and Yeah, the two co-written by Malcolm Pardon and Fredrik Rinman. Possibly just a coincidence, I don't know their involvement.
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blurple
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Post by blurple on Jun 8, 2007 22:57:28 GMT -5
Be Still totally owns me. I remember when we got the lyrics I didn't think there was anything there, so I didn't think much of it. But now when I listen to it I stop everything else I'm doing just to admire it, soak in it, enjoy every breathy note... I thought I was the only one! Be Still stands out so much to me and it's my current fave right now. My second fave so far is Irvine, I can't decide the order of the others yet.  |
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jutt
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Post by jutt on Jun 8, 2007 23:02:03 GMT -5
can someone PM me and tell me where to hear the album?
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OUcultjam
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Post by OUcultjam on Jun 8, 2007 23:06:55 GMT -5
Irvine reminds me of Christina's "I'm OK," which was also a very emotional song.
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kwab
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Post by kwab on Jun 8, 2007 23:09:39 GMT -5
Still may move some around since I've only listened to it twice through... but I just LOVE the album!! It usually takes me at least 5+ listens to really get a sense of how much I like a song.
LOVE:
Irvine
Haunted
How I Feel
Don't Waste Your Time
Be Still
Sober
Chivas
Like a Lot:
Never Again
Like:
Maybe
Can I Have A Kiss
Don't care too much for / possible "growers":
Hole
Judas
Yeah
Don't care:
One Minute
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SILENCE
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Post by SILENCE on Jun 8, 2007 23:12:44 GMT -5
^^ nice comparison OU! I'm ok is probably one of my all time favorite songs EVER by ANY artist and I put Irvine right up with that one for sure!
Be Still is so amazing too! Such a beautiful, loving, emotional song! I'm glad to see there are actually songs on here that aren't bitter and angry, not that I'm shocked, kelly said that NA was the most bitter song on the album.
I'm loving this CD, with the exception of Judas, which I'm not crazy about but probably wouldn't skip.
Kelly's got a winner on her hands, no matter what it sells IMO.
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kellyfan1232
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Post by kellyfan1232 on Jun 8, 2007 23:23:42 GMT -5
Irvine reminds me of Christina's "I'm OK," which was also a very emotional song. Yes! Thats the song i was thinking of! I was thinking about that for like the whole time since i got the album, now i can go to sleep. Phew! |
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OUcultjam
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Post by OUcultjam on Jun 8, 2007 23:31:00 GMT -5
^ haha, I'm glad you can go to sleep now. All afternoon I kept thinking "this reminds of another song, similar voice..." and it just came to me a little while ago.
shannon, the stripped CD is amazing, one of my favorites. B2B was also fantastic, so I'm a big fan. Where Xtina loses me is in her live performances when she almost always goes over the top and doesn't seem accessible, but Kelly does. That's in no way meant to be negative toward C, it's just an explanation of why I don't follow her career (and every move) like Kelly.
This part from "How I Feel" always makes me giggle with the way she uses her voice during it, and it does remind me of No Doubt.
It seems every time I find a good man
He’s got a good little wife
I’m not jealous but I won’t lie
I don’t want to hear about your wonderful life
And babies everywhere I look
Trophy wives with their little black books
At this rate I’m gonna end up alone
It’s probably all my fault, all my fault
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JORDAN
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Post by JORDAN on Jun 8, 2007 23:36:30 GMT -5
I'm trying my hardest NOT to download this yet! It's sooo hard.
Anyone have any convincing words to keep me from downloading it/make me download it? I need help! haha. duh I'm going to buy it when it comes out, don't worry.
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SILENCE
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Post by SILENCE on Jun 8, 2007 23:43:06 GMT -5
Jordan, you should at least listen to Be Still and How I feel.... it will put any doubts you had about the quality of this CD to rest. Those two songs are f'g amazing! Also Hole...what a stunner that one is! Much more Pop than I would've thought just reading the lyrics but still edgy and different.
Irvine, also amazing! That one had the ability to make you weep just hearing the pain in her voice.
OU, I'm with you on CA! she was my favorite before Kelly came alone and the only difference between the two that I can come up with is their personalities. Following Kelly is like following a friend's career, she's real and open and accessible....Christina just seems to much the "star" for me to care about her personally. I adore her voice and think she, along with Kelly, has the best voice of this generation of female singers.
I keep listinging to How I feel...what a fun song that is!! It's getting harder to pick a favorite the more I listen to them.... the only one I'm just not feeling is Judas.... (haven't listened to OM or Yeah cuz I didn't really like those to begin with so I'm holding out on those LOL)...
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Post by sillyfunny on Jun 8, 2007 23:50:06 GMT -5
Well, I think "My December" is 10 times better than "Breakaway." This is the first real album than any of the Idols have done. IMO, it's the only one that has any real artistic value. So far, Kelly has recorded the two best Idol-alumni CD's: "Breakaway" and "My December."
I think "My December" either matches or exceeds her genuine ability. She went above and beyond. I agree that Kelly outdid herself. The third time IS the charm. I'm glad she didn't take the $10M. I applaud her for believing in herself and believing in the songs she recorded. Sales aside, I think Kelly made the right choice.
MY ONLY CRITICISM:
I would have left off "Irvine" and "Chivas" and left it at 12. IMO, they sound like they're from a different album. It makes it a little long with those 2. I'll definitely skip those. But I would have taken off "Breakaway" and "Beautiful Disaster (Live)" from the last one for the same reason. They didn't fit with the other 10. For me, the album always started with SUBG and ended with "Hear Me."
Yeah, I pretty much agree with this. But I still like "Never Again" as the first single. I love the video.
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JORDAN
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Post by JORDAN on Jun 8, 2007 23:51:20 GMT -5
Jordan, you should at least listen to Be Still and How I feel.... it will put any doubts you had about the quality of this CD to rest. Those two songs are f'g amazing! Also Hole...what a stunner that one is! Much more Pop than I would've thought just reading the lyrics but still edgy and different. Irvine, also amazing! That one had the ability to make you weep just hearing the pain in her voice. :) Thanks for the advice; I know I'm gonna love it, but i want to make sure everyone else will like it too. Anyone know where i'd find individual tracks uploaded? |
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popmusicaddict
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Post by popmusicaddict on Jun 8, 2007 23:58:54 GMT -5
Great reviews! Love it! Especially the Irvine and Hole and How I Feel news! I KNEW the album had alot more amazing sounding tunes and single potentials and that NA wasn't the most 'radio friendly' song on the track - to what you guys are sounding like. (Yah I'm one of those guys who refuse to listen to leaked album tunes even though I'm gonna buy the album).
Sorry about the loss of the last thread, but once the album leaked online that shoulda been a red flag to lock it up (especially with almost 100k views, and no I'm not dissing the administration, it happened too fast for them to react so its not their fault)
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simintel
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Post by simintel on Jun 9, 2007 0:02:04 GMT -5
I think that it is amazing all the different vibes that are in each song...it's like she embodies a different artist each time, its amazing!! I have never heard such a versatile album before...god this makes me so excited to get my copy!!
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Post by sunpeach on Jun 9, 2007 0:04:39 GMT -5
I'm trying my hardest NOT to download this yet! It's sooo hard. Anyone have any convincing words to keep me from downloading it/make me download it? I need help! haha. duh I'm going to buy it when it comes out, don't worry. Yeah, I have words to keep you from downloading- the files have been deleted and you CAN'T! |
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Post by simintel on Jun 9, 2007 0:10:48 GMT -5
I'm trying my hardest NOT to download this yet! It's sooo hard. Anyone have any convincing words to keep me from downloading it/make me download it? I need help! haha. duh I'm going to buy it when it comes out, don't worry. Yeah, I have words to keep you from downloading- the files have been deleted and you CAN'T! not everywhere... |
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JORDAN
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Post by JORDAN on Jun 9, 2007 0:12:32 GMT -5
okay, so I downloaded "Be Still" and "How I Feel". Be Still, will probably grow on me in a few listens. but How I Feel,, i loooove it! It seems pretty single worthy, no? |
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Post by sunpeach on Jun 9, 2007 0:23:37 GMT -5
What is a chiva?
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JORDAN
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Post by JORDAN on Jun 9, 2007 0:25:51 GMT -5
& I just downloaded "Can I Have A Kiss" cuz it was my favorite clip. and that song is the one that freakin OWNS me.! I die like everytime i hear it. i just love the chorus!
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Focus
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Post by Focus on Jun 9, 2007 0:29:33 GMT -5
Jordan, do you like Rock with a funk bass line? If you do check out "Hole". That and "Sober" are my favorites. Kelly should be in the Chili Peppers..lol.
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Focus
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Post by Focus on Jun 9, 2007 0:31:57 GMT -5
Chivas Regal, is really expensive whiskey. |
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JORDAN
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Post by JORDAN on Jun 9, 2007 0:36:16 GMT -5
Jordan, do you like Rock with a funk bass line? If you do check out "Hole". That and "Sober" are my favorites. Kelly should be in the Chili Peppers..lol. Haha thats hot! Then maybe my friends wouldn't make fun of me anymore for being obsessed. :'( ;) haha |
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sunpeach
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Post by sunpeach on Jun 9, 2007 0:41:51 GMT -5
The chorus melody on "Be Still" is a copy of a popular hit song- maybe 70's- but I can't place it- but it is definitely from another song.
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fischbone
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Post by fischbone on Jun 9, 2007 0:46:27 GMT -5
I'm actually realy impressed with this album. I've followed Kelly's career since the beginning but never have really been apart of like KCE(cause i think some there are really mean towards other artists but whatev). I'm not much of a "pop" person but still loved "breakaway".. MD is excellent and I think she'll get some serious criticle cred but I don't know if it'll sell that well..but who cares....It's a great album and irvine owns me..I can't stop listening to it. Best Kelly track Evah...Absolutly beautiful.
Shannon, don't yell at me...
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sunpeach
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Post by sunpeach on Jun 9, 2007 1:00:34 GMT -5
Well, I don't know WHAT to think. This is different from "Breakaway" and there's no shame in liking "Breakaway"- it was the album she wanted to make and it was very much her at the time- this change just seems sudden- all of a sudden the sound is totally different and it's a bit hard to adjust to that. All this talk of "Breakaway" being "commercial" and "radio friendly"- they were damn good songs- nothing wrong with that. When I first heard "Behind These Hazel Eyes," I said to myself, "this is a great song but it will never be picked as a single." But it did- that those songs were smashes is because they were GOOD.
Lot of good songs here but it's just different feel. I like Judas, How I feel, Irvine, Chivas, Sober, and I like One Minute. Whether I'll end up playing them over and over again like I did the "Breakaway" songs, I don't know. We'll see.
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OUcultjam
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Post by OUcultjam on Jun 9, 2007 1:00:52 GMT -5
fischbone, I'm glad you like the album, and I hope the critics love it too.
(I'm just not really sure why the dig at KCE is necessary, but whatev...)
P.S. I can't stop watching the CMT Crossroads SUBG video!! Cracks me up!
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fischbone
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Post by fischbone on Jun 9, 2007 1:04:02 GMT -5
fischbone, I'm glad you like the album, and I hope the critics love it too. (I'm just not really sure why the dig at KCE is necessary, but whatev...) Hey I'm sorry about that..really...I've just visited there cause i'm a kelly fan and it pains me to read some of the stuff that is posted there. Oh yeah..my other fav. is definitely 'Hole" man she ROX on that shlt!! |
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