Saturday, February 28, 2009

Don't Stop Believin'


Don't Stop Believin'

Back in the 80s Journey was a giant in the industry and this is their best song among many great songs they did back then
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Thursday, February 26, 2009

In Color


In Color

  • Original Release Date: August 5, 2008
  • Release Date: August 5, 2008
  • Label: Mercury Nashville
  • Copyright: (C) 2008 Mercury Records, a Division of UMG Recordings, Inc.
  • Song Length: 4:51 minutes
  • Genres: Country/General, Country/Contemporary Country
  • ASIN: B001D7EZGE
In this case, you don't have to be right to be right. This Northeastern liberal heard Johnson at the Grand Ole Oprey last spring and was mesmerized. His voice is pure and rich and grabs you immediately. As for In Color, wow! The words, coupled with his amazing voice just touch your soul. Powerful and real. Searing. The lighter fare rounds it out.
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Bette Davis Eyes


Bette Davis Eyes

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Tuesday, February 24, 2009

Crank That (Soulja Boy)


Crank That (Soulja Boy)

Kinda sad that we are entertained by such drivel. Have to say the initial impression is catchy, but once you start clueing into the lyrics, it makes you sick to your stomach. I guess it's the lowest common denominator. Can't we have a great song and brilliant danceable arrangement? I'm really disapointed. It seems that everyone just accepts this as normal. Sad and depressing.
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I'm On A Boat [Explicit]


I'm On A Boat [Explicit]

  • Original Release Date: February 3, 2009
  • Release Date: February 3, 2009
  • Label: Broadway Video/Republic Records
  • Copyright: (C) 2009 Universal Republic Records, a division of UMG Recordings, Inc.
  • Song Length: 2:36 minutes
  • Genres: Miscellaneous/Comedy
  • Format: Explicit Lyrics
  • ASIN: B001QP3YRO
The Lonely Island is just too amazing. If it weren't for the lyrics, I could definitely picture this song playing on the radio and at clubs. It's THAT good! Even though Jorma Taccone is not on this song, it's still great with the addition of T-Pain.
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No One


No One

Alicia Keys' "No One" is a soulful song,and,paradoxically,it's better as an instrumental than as a song. Then again, Keys is a talented,classically trained pianist. Her music is still organic, in contrast to the prefab pop. It's a song all about commitment and love despite adversity. It's the soulful yin in contrast to the yang of the one night stand dance hit "Low." Alicia Keys' message is strong. In a sense,it's stronger than her voice. She sometimes sounds strained,and her odd yodeling (?) of "ohhh ohhhh ohhh" at the end doesn't quite work. Overall,it's a strong&beautiful love song.
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Crazy


Crazy

I can't remember which summer was dominated by this hit... 2006? But anyways, it became a hit for good reason, the lyrics are witty, interesting, and original. The vocals work rather well with the song, and the music seems to although fit rather nicely with the song.

So overall, one of those songs that comes out of nowhere and surprises you. And this song is surprising. If you have never heard it before, you might want to give it a try. But, some will not like it, while others will love it. It's a hit or miss song.

But if you love this song, or you hate this song, give The Kook's cover of the song a try. They give it a very interesting, and unique acoustic take to the song. And, the added British vocals give the song another level of charm.
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Sunday, February 22, 2009

Stronger


Stronger

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Friday, February 20, 2009

Day 'n' Nite (Main)


Day 'n' Nite (Main)

  • Original Release Date: February 5, 2008
  • Label: Fool's Gold
  • Copyright: 2008 Fool's Gold
  • Song Length: 3:42 minutes
  • Genres: Rap & Hip-Hop/General
  • Format: Explicit Lyrics
  • ASIN: B0015RD4SC
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Sometime Around Midnight


Sometime Around Midnight

  • Original Release Date: November 30, 2006
  • Label: Shout! Factory
  • Copyright: (P) 2008 The Airborne Toxic Event under license to Majordomo Records, a division of Shout! Factory LLC, 2042-A Armacost Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90025. All Rights Reserved.
  • Song Length: 5:02 minutes
  • Genres: Rock/General, Alternative Rock/General, Pop/General
  • ASIN: B001D6L446
This relatively new band just released their first hit single not too long ago, via the alternative radio medium. This song is another break-up paean which tells a narrative from the man's point of view. It starts out almost in an orchestral fashion, then builds up to a stronger sound as the singer's anguish increases. Nicely done.
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Shuttin' Detroit Down (Album Version)


Shuttin' Detroit Down (Album Version)

  • Original Release Date: February 3, 2009
  • Label: Reprise/Nashville
  • Copyright: 2009 Warner Bros. Records Inc., A Warner Music Group Company.
  • Song Length: 4:01 minutes
  • Genres: Country/General
  • ASIN: B001RIVCPG
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Sex On Fire


Sex On Fire

  • Label: RCA Records Label
  • Copyright: (P) 2008 RCA Records, a unit of SONY BMG MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT
  • Song Length: 3:24 minutes
  • Genres: Alternative Rock/General, Rock/General
  • ASIN: B001EVA31A
With no qualms (it's kind of like a doubt or misgiving) about sharing how his girlfriend makes him feel in the bedroom, Kings of Leon makes it's big leap onto the indie/alternative/brit rock stage with this certainly interesting number. But while other mainstream artists might have taken this song as some controversial mess (you know who I'm talking about), Kings of Leon makes this more of an artsy tune than anything else.

The band themselves has a great classic rock feel to them, with the lead vocalists sounding like a throwback to the more unpolished rock gods of the 60s/70s/80s. The resulting sound that the band gives the song is almost a classic rock feel, complete with verses you can hardly understand, and a simple but impactful chorus.

So overall, props to the Kings of Leon for putting up a good effort that's a good throwback to Rock N' Roll's earlier days, while putting up a solid song for today. Granted, it may take a few listens to come around to liking it, but all hail Kings of Leon!
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You're Gonna Go Far, Kid [Explicit]


You're Gonna Go Far, Kid [Explicit]

I have to agree with the first reviewer. It is my opinion that this version of the song is significantly better than the radio version. I did enjoy the radio version, but not as much I have enjoyed this one.
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Wednesday, February 18, 2009

Indestructible


Indestructible

  • Original Release Date: June 3, 2008
  • Label: Reprise
  • Copyright: 2008 Reprise Records for the U.S. and WEA International Inc. for the world outside the U.S.
  • Song Length: 4:38 minutes
  • Genres: Hard Rock & Metal/General, Rock/General, Pop/General
  • ASIN: B001A39T5I
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Good Riddance (Time Of Your Life)


Good Riddance (Time Of Your Life)

Even though Green Day seems to have slipped from Alt to Naught, they have really shone as lasting true artists in this everchanging rap infested music world. Lipid lyrics, tight timing, embracing rhythms,and torturous truths from guys that had a dream and went where there dream took them. Very deserving group and a standout by today's standards. As musicians and a band, they define the genre for the times.
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Rockin' That Thang


Rockin' That Thang

  • Original Release Date: December 9, 2008
  • Release Date: December 9, 2008
  • Label: Def Jam Records
  • Copyright: (C) 2008 The Island Def Jam Music Group
  • Song Length: 3:51 minutes
  • Genres: R&B/General
  • ASIN: B001MFL3QC
My God, his voice is amazing! This is my song for real, no exaggeration! It fits in with the standard of music that he originally started out with. I love his voice, and with this song.....This song is literally me.
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I Don't Want To Be


I Don't Want To Be

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Come On Get Higher


Come On Get Higher

  • Original Release Date: August 14, 2007
  • Release Date: August 14, 2007
  • Label: VANGUARD
  • Copyright: (C) 2007 Vanguard Records, A Welk Music Group Company
  • Song Length: 3:35 minutes
  • Genres: Classic Rock/General, Rock/General, Pop/General
  • ASIN: B001EUYX58
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Monday, February 16, 2009

Second Chance


Second Chance

  • Original Release Date: June 24, 2008
  • Label: Atlantic Records
  • Copyright: 2008 Atlantic Recording Corp. for the United States and WEA International Inc. for the world outside of the United States
  • Song Length: 3:40 minutes
  • Genres: Rock/General, Pop/General
  • ASIN: B001AXJ0GG
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American Pie


American Pie

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Cupid Shuffle


Cupid Shuffle

  • Original Release Date: September 11, 2007
  • Label: Asylum/ NCE Entertainment
  • Copyright: 2007 Atlantic Recording Corporation for the United States and WEA International Inc. for the world outside of the United States
  • Song Length: 3:51 minutes
  • Genres: Rap & Hip-Hop/General, R&B/General, Rap & Hip-Hop/Pop Rap, R&B/Soul
  • ASIN: B00122X5VG
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By Your Side


By Your Side

Another great song from Tenth Avenue North. My second favorite Christian artist right now!!! Love this song! I think if you like Tenth Avenue North you'd probably also like my current new favorite artist I found through myspace. See my other reviews for The Warehouse Band
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While I'm Waiting


While I'm Waiting

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Wednesday, February 11, 2009

Right Round (Album Version)


Right Round (Album Version)

  • Original Release Date: February 1, 2009
  • Label: Poe Boy/Atlantic
  • Copyright: 2009 Atlantic Recording Corporation for the United States and WEA International Inc. for the world outside of the United States
  • Song Length: 3:27 minutes
  • Genres: Rap & Hip-Hop/General
  • ASIN: B001RJS69K
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Paper Planes


Paper Planes

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Stay


Stay

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Say


Say

  • Original Release Date: November 20, 2007
  • Label: Aware/Columbia
  • Copyright: (P) 2007 Aware Records LLC
  • Song Length: 3:52 minutes
  • Genres: Pop/General, Rock/General, Pop
  • ASIN: B0013FUMLI
I think some of the other reviewers are missing the message of the song. The key to this songs overwhelming success (which it is) is the simplicity of it. Yes, the "say what you need to say" chorus is repetative, for a reason. It takes you to a place that sets a certain mood and keeps you there. A very, very romantic song for those who notice it.
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Clocks


Clocks

'clocks' is a shining example of a perfectly crafted and melodically flawless song. if i'm ever forced to live out my days on a desert island and i can only have 2 songs to listen to - 'clocks' and 'speed of sound' are it !!! if you want to give me a 3rd - it would be 'bittersweet symphony' by the verve.
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Friday, February 6, 2009

Turnin Me On [Explicit]


Turnin Me On [Explicit]

  • Original Release Date: December 9, 2008
  • Release Date: December 9, 2008
  • Label: Mosley Music Group/Zone 4 Inc/Interscope
  • Copyright: (C) 2008 Mosley Music/Interscope Records
  • Song Length: 4:08 minutes
  • Genres: R&B/General
  • Format: Explicit Lyrics
  • ASIN: B001MEDMJY
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Mercy


Mercy

  • Original Release Date: May 13, 2008
  • Release Date: May 13, 2008
  • Label: Mercury Records
  • Copyright: (C) 2008 Polydor Ltd. (UK) Under Exclusive License in the United States to The Island Def Jam Music Group
  • Song Length: 3:40 minutes
  • Genres: Pop/General, Pop/Adult Alternative
  • ASIN: B0018RDSP8
Duffy's "Mercy" is brash,blue-eyed British soul. Her ode to sexual liberation is as feisty as Dusty Springfield's "Son of a Preacher Man." She sings with gusto and passion. Duffy, with her retro sound, is an Amy Winehouse without the baggage. Her song is reminiscent of the '60s. One can imagine the bell bottoms, the psychedelia, and the Beatles in their heyday. "Mercy" is soulful. Have mercy,indeed!
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Paper Planes


Paper Planes

I heard this song in a bar a long time ago and loved it. I could never figure out who it was until MIA started getting popular. This song is fantastic.
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Lucky featuring Colbie Caillat


Lucky featuring Colbie Caillat

  • Original Release Date: May 20, 2008
  • Label: Atlantic Records/ATG
  • Copyright: 2008 Atlantic Recording Corporation for the United States and WEA International Inc. for the world outside of the United States. All Rights Reserved.
  • Song Length: 3:09 minutes
  • Genres: Pop/General, Alternative Rock/General, Rock/General
  • ASIN: B00192M0Q0
In a world of corporate radio cramming talentless and stupid songs down our throat, I find this one surprising. Have to admit, when I heard "featuring Colbie Cailat" I let out a groan and my expectations were low (I am NOT a fan). But, I love it.

Why? HARMONY. I mean, it's an actual duet. Not the crap that's usually put out there as a duet between a couple artists where I-sing-and-then-you-sing-and-then-we'll-sing-together-but-usually-the-same-notes-so-we-don't-get-confused. There's actual harmony in this song...and it even varies a little with some counter-melody. I didn't think anyone knew how to do that anymore!

So, even though the song is simplistic (it's a bit cheesy to the point that I thought Cailat might have written it, but then the sound of it just wasn't hers), I enjoy it. It's pure in it's vocals (we don't always need a bunch of production and guitar and noise) and a little more complex than it sounds.

Biggest reason to like it? Like so many Mraz songs, I just feel happy when I hear it. The intro puts a smile on my face and I can't help it. For someone who usually likes angst-ridden music, that's saying a lot!
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Tuesday, February 3, 2009

I Don't Care


I Don't Care

From their more punk roots of their early years, to the heralded "From Under The Cork Tree," to their fan polarizing follow-up. With their 3rd major-label rocker, the band named after an obscure Simpsons character returns to tweak their sound just a bit. Whether they'll succeed remains to be seen, but I'm just glad the song titles are shorter. The first single "I Don't Care" is the first single off the album, and let me tell you, the kids are loving it.

The lyrics are an apathetic ubber-ego emo-fest that is built upon a cleaver chorus of, "I don't care what you think, as long as it's about me!" It's played up in the usual Fall Out Boy power-rock/ anthemic arena rock fashion, and I would say it's certainly their best rock song since "Cork Tree."

So, if you're a Fall Out Boy fan, an apathetic emo teen, or an arena power rocker, then this song is for you. It's not polarizing, it's mainstream, and Pete Wentz still knows how to crank out the hits. Amazingly, this isn't even one of the better tracks on the album.
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Shake It


Shake It

No, Beyonce or J.Lo. did not make this song, nor is it in yo face sexual. Nope, just good old fashioned fun and dance. And it's catchy, whether this is a good thing, since it got it from its over simplistic nature, is a different story.

This could be the surprise song of the year, in a year full of surprises, because let's admit it, did anybody see this song becoming a national hit? I think it says something about the state of dance music. I mean, any top 10 hit is given a BPM, and sent to the clubs, and sometimes your radio. These songs are cheap shots at great music, and I take them as an insult. I mean, I can't tell whether we're supposed to dance or laugh at these "re-mixes."

"Shake It" is simple on the verses, which is typical of Metro Station, but they bring it on the chorus, and they bring it home in a big way. The chorus is catchy, fun, happy and it could start a new dance craze, if their was more of a dance to create.

So overall, the verses aren't that great, but the chorus is what makes the song. It might not be original, but it's fun. Here's to the continued success of "Shake It" and Metro Station. And remember, get your groove on and "Shake, Shake, Shake, Shake, Shake It!"
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Forever


Forever

  • Original Release Date: June 16, 2008
  • Label: Jive
  • Copyright: (P) 2008 Zomba Recording, LLC
  • Song Length: 4:40 minutes
  • Genres: R&B/General, Rap & Hip-Hop/General
  • ASIN: B0017SYRA8
This song is crazy good. I dont think there is one person in the world who can say they dont like this song. Its SO addictive. Its a prime example of a feel good song. When this song is playing, its almost like you just forget about all your worries while this song is playing. Its crazy. This is the closest thing to a Michael Jackson song we will ever hear, this is a perfect song. There is not many of songs out there you can say are perfect, but this song is. Chris Brown isnt even one of my favorite artist. I mean hes cool, but im more of a fan of artists like Usher, R. Kelly, Donell Jones, D'Angelo, and Keith Sweat. But i am not gonna even lie, this song is just as good, if not better, than any song that any of those artists have put out. Lol I cant believe i just said a Chris Brown song is better than an Usher and D'Angelo Song, but its the truth. Amazing song!
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Glory Days


Glory Days

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Love Remains The Same


Love Remains The Same

Like any artist ... they want to grow and explore other parts of their mind and heart. This is a very good song ... and yes it is a softer side of GAVIN ROSSDALE. Cause I honestly wasn't looking for more BUSH music. I liked the duo but ... I'm sure like Gwen did ... she did her own thing and put out a bit of NO DOUBT and then went back to her solo music.

I like his new music and there are a few other tracks that aren't as "soft" as this one. Explore and enjoy.
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