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Condensed album reviews.

Britney-Circus
9/10
Really good album,much better than Blackout. Love it. Some songs are bad,some a bit meh,but most are brill
Fav-Circus
Least Fav-MMM Papi

The Saturdays-Chasing Lights
10/10
Amazing every album,love every song. No fillers
Fav-Fall
Least fav-Lies/Work(but only cos I had to)

Beyonce-I Am..... Sasha Fierece
10/10 and 7/10
I love I Am but don't really like Sasha Fierce. I Am is incredible.
Fav-Broken-Hearted Girls
Least fav-Sweet Dreams

Christina Aguilera-Greatest Hits
10/10(maybe 11)
Amazing collection and from an unbelievable artist.
Fav-Come On Over Baby(All I Want Us You)
Least fav-Nobody Wants To Be Lonely

Snow Patrol-A Hundred Million Suns
10/10
I seem to be liking all these albums,lol. But this one is fantastic. May even beat Final Straw as my favourite SP album.
Fav-Lifeboats/Disaster Button
Least fav-Take Back The City(this was a single why?)

Sugababes-Catfights and Spotlights
9/10
Adore it,although prefer Change.
Fav-Every Heart Broken/Unbreakable Heart
Least fav-Beware

Still have Boyzone,Leon Jackson,Adele,Girls Aloud,Anastacia,Pink and Stereophonics to do!

Brief Summary: Fans of The Killers' previous material may find this album to be a change of scenery, particularly in contrast to Sam's Town. The general feel is a lot less gritty and a lot more 80s-inspired. The majesty, however, remains and whilst it isn't in the form of strong vocals as found on previous songs such as "Bones" or "This River Is Wild", this time it seems to be more focused in the music itself.
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Song-by-song review:
1. Losing Touch - As album introductions go, this isn't spectacular. However, it does well to set the scene for the rest to come: a sense of euphoria and delirium, ignoring the lyrics ("impending doom" aptly summarizes the general feel of this, and other following tracks). 6.0/10
2. Human - The debut single from the album saw modest success in the UK charts (peaking at #3), but is one of their best singles to date. Although the "sing-along" factor found in previous hits such as "Mr. Brightside" or "All These Things I've Done" may have dissipated somewhat, the lyrical confusion aside, the ambiance makes it suitable for either dancefloor or car radio. It can't really go wrong, perhaps explaining the only main criticism to be against the chorus' grammar. 8.5/10
3. Spaceman - The tempo is raised for the second single from the album, and grabs the attention of your ears. Also more singalong-friendly if you ask me, with chants of "Oh"s to please even the least talented of karaoke-wannabes. 7.0/10
4. Joy Ride - A disco/funk bass underlines and emphasizes the return to harmless fun that initially grabbed us in "Hot Fuss", this wouldn't be out of place on a tracklist from KC & The Sunshine Band, Flowers' noticeable vocals aside. 7.5/10
5. A Dustland Fairytale - We're brought down to Earth here for a more sensitive ballad, with only piano and Flowers to guide us through the opening minute. Guitars kick in eventually and you get the feeling that this is set to be a crowd-pleaser, with suitable levels of adrenaline for Flowers to perform as he does well. 8.5/10
6. This Is Your Life - No Michael Aspel or red books here, but a real foot-tapper instead. However, you get the feeling that the song doesn't really amount to its potential, with no crescendo (such found in the previous track). 5.5/10
7. I Can't Stay - With a similar beginning baseline to that of Dexy's Midnight Runners' "Come On Eileen" one can't help but feel a tinge of disappointment at the lack of opportunity to don the dungarees and sing "too-ra-loo-ra" progressively louder. Back to this song, it's my personal favourite of the album. Easy on the ear and friendly to the feet, I challenge you not to sway along. 9.0/10
8. Neon Tiger - One would think they were auditioning to be the next James Bond theme tune. This offering is one of the few hints of "Sam's Town", quite reminiscent of "When You Were Young" but without the gutsy, gritty undertones. 6.5/10
9. The World We Live In - You can't help but feel that the Killers are taking themselves far too seriously with the introduction to this song, it could even pass off as a self-mockery; it's that blatant. Evidently they didn't take note from Sum 41's message of "All Killer No Filler", because for every "Human" and "Spaceman" Killer there's a fairly poor Filler under track nine. 4.5/10
10. Goodnight, Travel Well - A sinister tone lingers on some brass instrument of some variety. Flowers' whispered vocals slowly, and I mean slowly, progress into...well, something. At 6:53 this is far too dreary for me and I suspect many other fans of the Killers' typical bursts of energy found in songs such as "Somebody Told Me". 5.5/10
11. A Crippling Blow - To see us out of the album [or at least the UK version; the iTunes/US equivalent offers two more tracks: "Tidal Wave" and "Forget What I Said".] the tone is thankfully lifted again and we say goodbye to the Killers for another two years or so with a real stomping, crippling blow. 8.0/10
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Overall: Fans of Hot Fuss will love it, fans of Sam's Town might not. But there's something for everyone here and although it might not seem to be, perhaps, complete, it does help to have a bit of variety now and then.
Overall rating: 7.5/10

The Garden - 9/10
Greatest Day - 9.1/10
Hello -[/b] 4/10
Said it All -[/b]6/10
Julie -[/b] 10/10
The Circus-[/b] 9/10
How Did it Come to This -[/b] 7.1/10
Up All Night -[/b] 9/10
What is Love - 6.9/10
You - 8.1/10
Hold up a Light -[/b] 9.1/10
Here -[/b] 6.9/10
She Said -[/b] 8.9/10

Overall- 7/10

Recommed Tracks-
The Garden
Greatest Day
Julie
The Circus
Hold up a Light
She Said

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I enjoyed this record and I think it's a big step foward from the slightly dire Beautiful World. Kudos to Take That for making a killer album!

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Julie is the best track on the album & I strongly recommend it!

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***1/2/*****
3 and a half stars
7 out of ten.

^Loads of people seem to love Julie,its between that and Up All Night for next single.

:shocked:seriously?its my favourite!

I based most of those reviews on one listen,I actually liked most of her album,I just chose that one.

1.Bleeding Love - 10/10
2.Whatever It Takes (US Mix) - 9/10
ahhhhh,why on earth was the epic gospel choir removed?
3.Homeless (2008 Mix) - 7/10
sounds the exact same to me...
4.Better In Time (Single Mix) - 8/10
cant decide if i prefer the album version.
5.Yesterday - 7/10
6.Take A Bow - 10/10
Ryan Tedder is a ledgend!
7.I Will Be - 8/10
much better then Avril's version
8.Angel - 9/10
9.Here I Am - 5/10
Ive never realy warmed to this song,i never listen to it
10.Im You - 2/10
Ne Yo is an amazing writer but this is pure crap.
11.The Best You Never Had - 7/10
cheesy but i love it!
12.The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face - 4/10
Ive never realy warmed to this song,i never listen to it
13.Footprints In The Sand - 10/10
such a touching song
14.A Moment Like This - 7/10
much better then Kelly's version
15.Forgive Me - 10/10
16.Misses Glass - 7/10
shows a more urban side to Leona
17.Run - 10/10

[i]1. You're Gonna' Get Rocked! [9.1/10]
2. You Blew [9/10]
3. Such a Wicked Love [7/10]
4. Not Giving Up on Love [8/10]
5. If I Could Get to You [duet with John Pagano][7.1/10]
6. Turn on the Radio [9.7/10]
7. Just Say No [7.1/10]
8. Does It Really Matter [6.9/10]
9. (Tell Me) She Means Nothing To You At All [7.8/10]
10. (Ain't Nobody Loves You) Like I Do [8.1/10]

--Overall--

A good pop/R&B record with great vocals by LaToya!
****/*****
4 out of five stars.

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Madonna - Hard Candy

01. Candy Shop - In keeping with the record's Hard Candy theme, the album opens with this cool but bland mid tempo track. The whole song makes no real impact and sound more like an interlude than a bonafied album track.[6/10]

02. 4 Minutes - This Timbaland produced track is catchy to say the least. The perfect choice for lead single as it immediatly lets us know that Madge has left her disco ball behind her and is now trying her hand at R'n'B. Justin Timberlake also makes a decent contribution [9/10]

03. Give It 2 Me - Though it irritated me at first it quickly grew on me and was a wise choice for second single. It's cool beat is accompanied well by Madonna's squeaky vocals and Pharell Williams' commentary. [8/10]

04. Heartbeat - Getting a little samey with this above average filler. The lyrics can only be described as very amatuer sounding. Not worth a second listen. [5/10]

05. Miles Away - Though this next track failed as third single due to lack of promotion, not even a music video, it;s one of my standouts from the album. Written by Madonna, she speaks of her soon to be ex husband, Guy Ritchie:"You always love me more when we're miles away". The slick acoustic beat works well. [8.5/10]

06. She's Not Me - The fierce lyrics of this track are brought down by the so-so beat. There seems to be no real melody, nothing but Madonna's only average vocals. It sounds like Nelly Furtado cast off. It also drags on a little, as the track is more than 6 minutes long. [5.5/10]

07. Incredible - A pretty average filler, though it does get better as it goes on, with more rock influences showing. Nothing more to say really.[4.5/10]

08. Beat Goes On - Perhaps third single? Another catchy sing-along tune, great bridge, but like many others seems a bit lack luster. One of the better ones though.[6/10]

09. Dance 2night - Though lyrically, this track leaves much to be desired, the chorus is chirpy and feel good, and JT makes a brief but satisfying appearance at the beginning. It is surprisingly one my my personal favourites. [7/10]

10. Spanish Lesson - This J.Lo reject is easily one of the worst from Hard Candy. Dated beats and a tacky theme. Really dislike it, Madonna's voice does not mesh well with the Latino melody.[3/10]

11. Devil Wouldn't Recognize You - Kind of has a bit of a Britney/Blur vibe to it. Actually not that bad, surpassed my initial expectations. Of the two tracks that even edge towards a ballad, it is the weaker, but still on the better side of this record. [6.5/10]

12. Voices - Intriguing intro, however it goes slightly downhill from there. The verses are chilling and spooky, but the chorus kills the hype, coming across distinctly lack luster, not the worst on here by far, but not even close to the best. Worth a second listen [6/10]

Overall
6.5/10
This album makes a statement - Madonna is just about past it. One of the weakest offerings in years from the Queen of Pop, she comes across sounding like Nelly Furtado in a mid life crisis. The best on here are average and the album is extremly samey, I found some tracks running into one and other. The lyrics a very poor. This is a major step down from the fantastic Confessions On A Dancefloor.

I love this thread sooooo much. <3

Although I do think it's kinda pointless when people just give each song marks out of ten.

Not that I'd expect anybody here to like them :tongue:

The Cure - 4:13 Dream


1. Underneath the Stars

Good striking introduction, suited title very nicely. Something you can really easily chill to. Very ambient music. Jingling in it came across as a bit cheesy. Around 2 minutes in it gets really emotive and beautiful. Robert Smiths vocals then come then come in to make it even more relaxed. The vocals are relativley difficult to hear however. This track isn't to everyones taste as it can across as repetitive and dire. Ending is really beautiful and emotive.

Rating - 8/10

2. The Only One

Really quite happy with that doomy feel still incorporated. Has that poppy feel to it. However, I do think that Robert Smith vocals do go a bit overboard on this track. Ending is a bit too abrupt.

Rating - 8/10

3. The Reasons Why

Soft but understated introduction. Parts blend together nicely. Robert Smiths vocals yet again portray the lyrics beautifully. Yet again, it gets quite ambient in the middle.

Rating - 8/10

4. Freakshow

Much different to the other tracks so far, has a very poppy feel to it. Effect used on the guitar really adds another level to the song. Simply just a really cool track. Does also come across as quite samba styled at points. Abrupt ending again

Rating - 8/10

5. Sirensong

Relaxing and soothing like a siren, portrays the song perfectly. Gets complex and weird towards the end.

Rating - 7/10

6. The Real Snow White

Again, an interesting track with buzz to it. Again, the parts blend together quite nicely. Really quite loyal of their doomy style.

Rating - 7/10

7. The Hungry Ghost

One of their less ambient tracks (weird considering the title), but the scratching effect n the guitar comes across as quite annoying. I feel the song is alot better without it. Roberts vocals are pretty top on this one. Didn't really portray the title, but generally a decent song.

Rating - 7/10

8. Switch

Annoying and pointless intro but then FINALLY a fast track. Very ambient again. Use of piano really adds to song. Even though the track is fast, I found it really dire with nothing to it that jumps out except the piano.

Rating - 5/10

9. The Perfect Boy

Starts off boring, but when the drums come in and it gets louder, it starts to make sense. Gradually as the track goes on, it really goes on.

Rating - 6/10

10. This. Here and Now. With You.

Definatley not the most conforming introduction. The Chorus is where the song really picks up. As much as I love alternative vocals, Roberts comes across as almost... pervy in this track. Another one which sadly starts to drag on. Over-synthed.

Rating - 5/10

11. Sleep When I'm Dead

Another fast track which picks up from the past two dire and lackluster tracks. But eventually, even this started to drag on.

Rating - 6/10

12. The Scream

Something different, thats for sure. Quite reminiscent of earlier styles. Had an arabic feel to it. The track gets stronger towards the end and more emotive, Robert singing every word with meaning. Another half-arsed ending.

Rating - 5/10

13. It's Over

Really strong metal inspired introduction, but then goes into quite an interesting combination with the bass, guitars and drums. Definatley woke me up, sounds pretty inspired by 80's rock. Vocals only come in after 2 and a half minutes. Nicely pulled off.

Rating - 8/10

Overall
I think I've figured out why the Cures music tends to disapoint. They have a tendancy to use an interesting idea, but then they overuse it, which is really a shame seeing as they're one of the most influential bands in rock music (IMO)

Another thing that bothered me with the album was the fact that it was so overhauled with effects that it made the songs drag on even further, the use of echoes was also overhauled giving a slow and dragging feel.

Sadly, no tracks reached above 8 on this album. There wasn't one track on there that would be my song of the moment. Quite alot of good song on there, but with the way that the Cure drag their sound along the floor, theres no way you can get into a song which is just the same idea all the way through.

Generally on the whole, a fair attempt at an album, with some fantastic ideas and a real cohesion to the tracks, sadly these ideas are kept running until they're dragged on the floor and eventually collapse.

Overall Score - 68%

Think again, the Cure are fantastic! My parents still blame Robert Smith as the main cause of me having my hair in a shaggy backcomb for about a year.

Im seeing The Cure live hopefully with Crystal Castles supporting.:wink:

I <3 The Cure toooo.

I agree with Gazbo though.
Too many 'OMG EVERY SONG IS GREAT 10/10, 9/10'.
It's hardly a review, it's just rating the songs from an album you love :\