Albums I'm loving right now!
This could literally go on forever but here are just a few cool albums that I recommend for now.
Paulini- Superwoman (2006)
Paulini is so overlooked in Australia and it bugs me. Her voice is flawless and strong and this album is full of fun, catchy Pop/R&B tracks.
Check Out:
One Determined Heart (2004)
Joss Stone- Introducing Joss Stone (2007)
Joss can do no wrong and her voice oozes soul. I loved her first 2 albums but this one is even better.
Check Out:
The Soul Sessions (2003) and
Mind, Body & Soul (2004)
Plus DVD:
Mind, Body & Soul Sessions: Live in New York City (2004)
Beyonce- B Day (2006)
Beyonce is the queen of R&B entertainment today and her second solo album
B Day is awesome. Catchy Hip Hop/R&B tracks and brilliant vocals make this a winner.
The deluxe edition is even better with bonus tracks and video clips.
Check Out:
Dangerously In Love (2003) and
B Day Deluxe CD/DVD Edition (2007)
Plus DVD-
Live at Wembley (2004) and
The Beyoncé Experience Live! (2007)
India Arie- Testimony: Vol. 1, Life & Relationship (2006)
India's music is a mix of Neo Soul/Acoustic and amongst the soulful vocals and bouncy melodies, there are inspiring positive messages and stories.
Her lyrics are fun but very clever and well written. Love her!!
Check Out:
Acoustic Soul (2001) and
Voyage to India (2002)
Ricki-Lee- Brand New Day (2007)
Love, love, love Ricki's raspy, soulful voice. Her second release
Brand New Day is a fun, dancey mix of R&B/Soul/Pop sounding tracks and when you hear it makes you want to move. It's old school soul meets new school pop.
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Ricki-Lee (2005)
Lily Allen- Alright, Still (2006)
This album surprised me because it's not the kind I would initially rush out to buy and Lily's voice isn't the soul voice that attracts me to a lot of music but I really love every single track.
It's hard to describe the genre other than to say funky pop/reggae. Lily is a very cool songwriter and I guarantee you'll have this one on repeat for a long time.
Maroon 5: It Won't Be Soon Before Long (2006)
This album is so damn catchy and there are no skip tracks. It is a mix of Pop/Funk/Rock with an electronic sound. This is Maroon 5's second release and I like it better than their first.
Leona Lewis- Spirit (2007)
It took me a few listens to get past the Delta/Mariah blend of similarities but now I really love the whole album.
It's easy to listen to, easy to sing to and theres no denying Leona has a great set of pipes.
Elliott Yamin- Elliott Yamin (2007)
I loved Elliott's soulful voice the first time I heard him sing on American Idol and had to get his debut album straight away.
It's even more impressive than I was expecting and every song sticks in your head after only a few listens. This album is a mix of Pop/Contemporary R&B tracks. Very cool!
