Rachel Stevens: Come and Get It Album Review

 Today, or rather tonight where I'm at, I'll be reviewing Rachel Stevens' second album, "Come and Get It" which was released 9 years ago.  I figured since S Club 7, the band Rachel was in from 1998-2003, is reuniting it made sense to review this album.  So here is my track by track review:

1) So Good: This song was released as the second single from the album.  The album title comes from a lyric in this song.  The production and the vocals are amazing.  The only negative I had was that the video was terrible.  The song peaked at number 10 on the U.K. charts.  10/10

2) I Said Never Again (But Here We Are): The third and sadly final single from the album.  Before I heard the song I thought it was a ballad.  That was not the case!  The song has a little bit of a rock sound to it.  It was a perfect choice as a single and it's my favorite song on the album.  The video for the song featured Rachel in prison, though she escaped at the end of the video.  The song talks about how you want to be done with your ex, but there's something about them that keeps bringing you back to them.  I'm surprised that it peaked at number 12 on the U.K. charts though.  10/10

3) Crazy Boys: This was apparently released as a promo single and was at one point considered to be a single but that was scrapped.  I thought the song was strange at first but after a couple more listens I liked the song.  It was produced and co-written by "Richard X" who also co-wrote and co-produced Rachel's single "Some Girl", which is also on this album.  9/10

4) I Will Be There: "Round and round we go, here we go again", that the opening lyric in the song and it always gets stuck in my head.  The song is a haunting ballad and it highlights Rachel's amazing vocals.  10/10

5) Negotiate With Love: The first single from the album.  When I first heard the song I didn't like it and questioned why it was released as a single.  But then I listened to it a few more times and I liked the song.  The song talks about wanting respect and not negotiating with love.  Like "So Good", this song peaked at number 10 on the U.K. charts.  9/10

6) All About Me: This song samples "The Cure's" hit song "Lullaby".  I go back and forth with this song.  It's not a bad so but it's not as memorable as the rest of the album.  The chorus is really good but the verses are kinda forgettable.  9/10

7) Secret Garden: How much helium did swallow?  Seriously her voice is so high on this song.  It has a dreamy vibe to it but it has taken the longest to grow on me.  8/10

8) Nothing Good About This Goodbye: This is my second favorite song on the album.  It was supposed to be the fourth single from the album, but since the album wasn't commercially successful the release was cancelled.  The song about a feeling you have when you breakup with someone and wonder if it was the right thing to do because they may have been "The One".  10/10

9) Some Girls: This song was released as a single from the re-release of Rachel's first album, "Funky Dory".  It was almost given to Geri Halliwell but Richard X gave the song to Rachel.  The song peaked at number 2 on the U.K. charts and was added to this album at the last minute but I feel this song fits this album more than "Funky Dory".  The song is about a girl who's willing to do anything for a man so he can make her a star.  10/10

10) Je M'Appelle: The title of this song is french for "I am called", "I call myself", and/or "My name is".  It's a very sensual song and it shows a different side of Rachel.  The only weird thing is that it sounds like she's calling herself Rachelle on the part, "Je M'Appelle, Rachel", but the song is overall amazing.  10/10

11) Funny How: Like "Nothing Good About This Goodbye", this song was co-written by Xenomania, who wrote and produced almost all of Girls Aloud's songs.  This is also the only song on the album that Rachel co-wrote.  The song sounds a little bit haunting in the beginning but it quickly turns into an upbeat pop song.  I wish it was released a single but I feel it would've had a crazy, awesome video.  10/10

12) Every Little Thing: I ignored this song at first but then I got bored and ended up liking this song.  While I haven't listened to the song as much as the others, I still think it's great and my favorite part is the chorus.  10/10

13) Dumb Dumb: This song talks about a girl who sacrificed many things and while on the outside everything seems fine but deep down she's miserable and all she wants is love.  I didn't understand why the song was called "Dumb Dumb" until I listened to the chorus more realized it was because of the "dumb-da-da-dumb" part".  10/10

 In the end Rachel Stevens' second album is amazing from start to finish.  Not only was it critically acclaimed, but two years after the album was released it was added onto "Thee Guardian's 1000 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die" list.  But for some strange reason the album wasn't commercially successful.  I have no idea why.  I love all the songs on the album and out of 130 points I give the album 125 points which is 96%, an A+.  Amazing job Rachel and please release a third album soon!

Taylor Swift: 1989 Album Review

 It's been almost 5 months since I did an album review and I apologize, I will make sure to do more in November.  Today I will be reviewing Taylor Swift's 5th album, "1989", which was released 3 days ago.  It's strange to think that it's been 8 years since Taylor released her debut single, "Tim McGraw", and since then has had 62 songs be in the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 putting her the 2nd place as female artist with most charted songs, Aretha Franklin is in 1st with 73.

 Anyway back to the album.  Taylor had stated ahead of time that "1989" would be a pop album, but I think everyone knew that since her last album, "Red" went from pop to country to even dub-step in one song and from her single "Sweet than Fiction" from the "One Chance: The Incredible True Story of Paul Potts: Motion Picture Soundtrack", wow that is a mouthful.  Anyway this is my track by track review:

1) Welcome to New York: I go back and forth with this one.  I like that it's kinda become an anthem for equality and it's very catchy but I feel the music overpowers the lyrics.  The song was also co-written by Ryan Tedder from OneRepublic.  It was also released as a promo single.  7/10

2) Blank Space: This song is set to be the second single from the album.  I was confused about her talking about "Starbucks Lovers" and went I looked online I saw that the lyric was "Got a long list of ex lovers".  That kinda made me laugh because Taylor got a lot of media scrutiny for her dating life after "Red" was released.  The overall song is great.  9/10

3) Style: I love this song!  It is my second favorite song on the album.  It is very poppy and has an upbeat chorus that makes me wanna dance.  Even as I typed this review my head is bobbing to this song.  This song, along with many other songs on this album, is rumored to be about Harry Styles from One Direction.  10/10

4) Out of the Woods: When "Shake It Off" was released, I was scared about listening to "1989".  Then this song was released as a promo single and I was happily surprised.  This song is my favorite song on the album and I hope it becomes an official single in the future.  Like "Style" this song is rumored to be about Harry Styles.  It was also co-written by Jack Antonoff from the band, "Fun." who also co-wrote Sara Bareilles' hit single, "Brave".  10/10

5) All You Had to Do Was Stay: I hated this song at first but after a couple of listens, it' grown on me.  It's very catchy but I can't the high "Stay" parts that are played in the chorus.  8/10

6) Shake It Off: The first single from the album.  It's a very empowering song about not letting the haters get to you.  That being said, it took a long time for me to like the song.  It also became Taylor's second number 1 song on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100.  The video was also pretty funny.  7/10

7) I Wish You Would: Another song co-written by Jack Antonoff.  If you got the deluxe edition of the album, then you got a voice memo of this song.  In the memo Taylor explains that Jack had the instrumental done and Taylor wrote the lyrics after hearing it.  The songs talks about how the narrator wishes their ex would come back so they could take back everything they said so they can get back together.  10/10

8) Bad Blood: Before the album was released, I was excited about hearing this song.  Taylor had said that she wrote the song about a girl, so I thought it would sound like "Better Than Revenge" from "Speak Now".  When I first heard it I was so disappointed that that wasn't the case but after a couple of listens I really liked it.  The verses are amazing and the chorus is very catchy.  The song is rumored to be about Katy Perry.  10/10

9) Wildest Dreams: A slow ballad that sounds like a cross between Coldplay and Lana Del Ray.  It has a very dreamy vibe to it which makes sense since the song is called "Wildest Dreams".  It's still growing on me.  7/10

10) How You Get the Girl: The first 6 seconds reminded me of "Girl at Home" from the deluxe edition of "Red".  Despite an upbeat chorus, it's not memorable as the previous songs and feels like a filler track.  It's my least favorite song on the album.  5/10

11) This Love: Not it's not a cover of Maroon 5's or The Veronica's songs of the same name.  This song is the only one on the album that Taylor wrote by herself.  It reminds me of Avril Lavigne's songs, "Falling Fast" and "Hush Hush".  The song gives me goossebumps and the chorus is just amazing.  10/10

12) I Know Places: This song feels like it should be on one of "The Hunger Games" soundtracks.  The verses are amazing but the chorus is kind of a letdown.  Ryan Tedder also co-wrote this song too.  6/10

13) Clean: The last song on the standard edition of the album.  It's a ballad that sounds dark in the beginning and is very haunting.  The song was co-written by Imogen Heap and is about getting over a relationship.  It's amazing.  10/10

14) Wonderland: The first off three songs on the deluxe edition.  I didn't like it when I first heard it but it's grown on me.  I feel like it would be perfect for an "Alice In Wonderland" movie.  I love the part where she sings, "Didn't they tell us not to rush into things, didn't you flash your green eyes at me, haven't you heard what becomes of curious minds."  I wish it was on the standard edition of the album instead of "How You Get the Girl".  9/10

15) You Are In Love: The second I heard the intro I knew I'd love this song and I do.  The song is a slow ballad about love at first sight.  This should've been on the standard edition of the album instead of "I Know Places."  I hope this will be a single.  10/10

16) New Romantics: Another amazing song, why are the songs on the deluxe edition better than some of the songs on the standard edition?  This song will have you on your feet dancing.  It's a very happy upbeat song and it should've been on the standard edition of the album.  10/10

 In the end Taylor's new album, "1989" is much better than her last album "Red" and will likely hit number 1 in the U.S.  I know there were 3 voice memos on the deluxe edition but I felt that there wasn't really a point reviewing them.  My favorite songs on the album are: "Out of the Woods", "Style", "Clean", "Bad Blood", "This Love", "I Wish You Would", "Blank Space", "New Romantics", "You Are In Love", and "Wonderland".  Out of 160 points I give the album 139 which 86%, a B+.  Awesome job Taylor!

Linkin Park: The Hunting Party Album Review

 Today I'll be reviewing Linkin Park's sixth album, that just came out today, "The Hunting Party".  I've been a fan of Linkin Park since 2005 when I saw their video for "Somewhere I Belong", even though the song was released 2 years prior.  I'll make this intro short so here's my track by track review:

1) Keys to the Kingdom: The songs starts off with Chester screaming the chorus.  Awesome way to start off the album!  The song is much harder than any of the songs from their previous album, "Living Things."  I love the guitar parts in the song.  My only negative is in two parts Chester and Mike's vocals sound a little layered in the beginning of the song and at the end of Mike's rap.  9/10

2) All for Nothing (featuring Page Hamilton): Linkin Park usually never have any features on their albums (excluding "Collision Course", "Reanimation", and "Recharged") so it was interesting to see that Page Hamilton from the band "Helmet" was featured on this song.  That being said the song is my favorite on the whole album.  Page's vocals fit perfectly with Chester's singing and Mike's rapping.  Hopefully it'll be a single in the future.  10/10

3) Guilty All the Same (featuring Rakim): The first single from the album.  The instrumental intro is awesome but I think it was a bad choice to be released as a single.  Lyrically it's awesome and while Rakim's rapping is okay but I wish Mike did that part instead.  7/10

4) The Summoning: This song is an instrumental that starts off slow but picks pretty quick before ending with a couple of people talking.  It's a pretty good though.  Because it is short I won't give it a score.

5) War: This song is a fast paced rock song.  It's an awesome song but I wish it was longer.  10/10

6) Wastelands: This song was released as the first promo single from the album.  Part of the introduction reminded me a little bit of "Victimized" from their last album.  That being said the song is awesome and I think this song should've been the first single instead of "Guilty All the Same".  10/10

7) Until It's Gone: The second single from the album.  The song is a rock ballad that reminds me of their singles, "What I've Done" and "Numb".  The song is about looking back on failed relationship.  It's one of my favorites and I'm glad it was released as a single.  10/10

8) Rebellion (featuring Daron Malakian): This song features Daron Malakian, from the band "System of a Down", playing guitar.  It was released as the second promo single from the album.  The song is okay but I think it would've been better if Chester screamed the chorus.  7/10

9) Mark the Graves: The song starts off with a long intro that reminded me a little of the ending part of "Blackout" from their fourth album, "A Thousand Suns".  The vocals and lyrics are amazing but the song makes me feel sad.  9/10

10) Drawbar (featuring Tom Morello): This song is another instrumental but this one features Tom Morello, from "Rage Against the Machine".  The instrumental is amazing and I love the piano parts.  Since it's almost 3 minutes long I will give it a score.  10/10

11) Final Masquerade: The third single from the album.  The drum part in the beginning reminded me a little bit of Evanescence's song "The Other Side".  When I first heard the song I hated but after a couple more listens I started to like it and I can't wait for it's video.  9/10

12) A Line in the Sand: At 6 minutes and 35 seconds, it is the longest song on the album and one of the longest songs that band has released.  The guitar reminded me a little bit of "Victimized".  The beginning part is a little boring but thankfully it picks up later on.  Mike sings and raps on this song.  While Mike is good at singing, his singing on this song feels unnecessary but the song is still pretty good.  6/10

 "The Hunting Party" was much more hard rock sounding than Linkin Park's last three albums.  My favorite songs on the album are: "All for Nothing (featuring Page Hamilton)", "Until It's Gone", "War", "Wastelands", "Keys to the Kingdom", "Final Masquerade", "Drawbar (featuring Tom Morello)", and "Mark the Graves".  While there are 12 songs on the album, I'll be scoring the album out 110 points instead of 120 because I didn't give a score to "The Summoning".  So out of 110 points I give the album 97 which is 88%, a B+.  Awesome.  I think this album is my third favorite Linkin Park album with "Meteora" and "Hybrid Theory" being my favorite and second favorite.  Anyway Linkin Park rules and if haven't gotten this album you should because it's awesome!

 Thanks for reading and feel free to comment on if you agree with this review, disagree with it, or if you know why the album was titled "The Hunting Party" because I still don't know why it was titled that.

Girls Aloud: The Sound of Girls Aloud: The Greatest Hits (Limited Edition Bonus Disc) Mini-Album Review

 Hello everyone! It's been awhile since I did a review and I thought I'd do a little mini review. It's obvious that I'm a huge fan of Girls Aloud and that I'm annoyed that they broke up last year. I already did a review of the original version of "The Sound of Girls Aloud: The Greatest Hits" so today I'm doing a mini review of the limited edition bonus disk which included different versions of songs as well as unreleased songs from the group. Here's my track by track review:

1) No Good Advice (Explicit Version): This version is nearly identical to the original version of the song. The only difference is the line "shut mouth because it might show" is changed to "shut your mouth because your s*** might show." The song's still good though. 10/10

2) Wake Me Up (Alternate Version): The whole first verse is different. The lyrics are different from the original and Cheryl sings more of the first verse than Sarah, whereas on the version that was released it's the other way around. 10/10

3) I Predict a Riot (Live from Wembley): This song is a cover, originally performed by "Kaiser Chiefs", that the group performed on their "Chemistry Tour". This song was also put on the "St. Trinian's 2: The Legend of Fritton's Gold Soundtrack" for the film which Sarah stared in. I find the track to be kinda boring. 5/10

4) Sound of The Underground (Extended Version): "Sound of The Underground" is my favorite song from the group and I was curious how the extended version would sound. There isn't much of a difference except for a new guitar part added after the chorus is sung the second time. Either way I still love the song. 10/10

5) Hanging on the Telephone: Another cover song. This song was originally recorded by Blondie. While I give the band credit for taking a risk by covering Blondie, I not really into their version of the song. 5/10

6) Loving Is Easy: This song was b-side for the single, "Wake Me Up". It's a little different from their stuff and it's still growing on me. 5/10

7) Singapore: This song is an unreleased song from the group's third album, "Chemistry". Why it wasn't on the album, I 'll never know. It should've been though since it's better than most of the stuff on that album. It's an amazing somewhat uptempo ballad. I really like it. 10/10

8) Sacred Trust: Yes, Girls Aloud released their own version of this song. This song was sung by "One True Voice" who competed against Girls Aloud for the Christmas number one with this song but Girls Aloud won with "Sound of The Underground". Nadine sings lead on this song and while her voice is amazing, as always, I don't really like it. 5/10


My favorite songs on this are: "Singapore", "Sound of The Underground (Extended Version), "Wake Me Up (Alternate Version), and "No Good Advice (Explicit Version). Out of 80 points I give the album 60 points which is 75%, a C+. I know this review was short and I promise I'll do a longer review later this month. Thank you for reading!

Girls Aloud: Out of Control Album Review

 Today I'm reviewing Girls Aloud's fifth studio album, sixth over, "Out of Control".  The album is the last album to feature all new material from the group.  Before the album's release, the album was close to being called "Girls Aloud: Revolution" after one of the songs on this album.  Here's my track by track review:

1) The Promise: The first single from the album.  It has 1960's vibe to it.  The song almost wasn't the first single from the album.  The group had to fight to get it to be the first single.  In the end it hit number 1 in the UK and became one of their biggest hits.  The video was amazing and the song itself won the group a BRIT award.  10/10

2) The Loving Kind: The second single from the album.  This is my favorite song on the album.  The song got comparisons to their single "Call the Shots", that's understandable but both songs are great.  Cheryl and Nadine got injured shooting the video, but the video turned out perfect in the end.  The song became their twentieth consecutive top ten single in the UK.  10/10

3) Rolling Back the Rivers in Time: This song was almost called "50s Sweetheart".  It's a catchy ballad and was one the group's favorites on the album.  It's a pretty good ballad.  9/10

4) Love Is The Key: The song starts off with a dark intro and later turns into a pop song with hints of country in it.  Kimberly write the bridge of this song.  It was also used to promote their special, "The Girls Aloud Party".  A remixed version of the song was also in the special.  10/10

5) Turn to Stone: Not a fan of this song.  The chorus is so bland and boring, plus the production isn't that good either.  The verses are okay though.  5/10

6) Untouchable: The third and final sing from the album.  The song is almost 7 minutes long and apparently it was Hell for the girls to record it because it had a lot of different keys.  When it was released as a single, it remixed and made shorter.  The song had a space themed video.  While it is a strong pop song it is most known for being the group's first single not to hit the top 10 in the UK since it peaked at number 11.  It's still an amazing song.  10/10

7) Fix Me Up: The song was initially called "Grange" and has a very strange auto-tuned intro.  It's very forward and different from what you'd expect from the group but it's still a pretty good song.  9/10

8) Love Is Pain: How do you go from saying "Love Is The Key" to "Love Is Pain"?  Well it makes sense because love is strange like that.  Cheryl's solo at the end is amazing, especially when she dealing with so much from the tabloids about her then husband cheating on her.  The song overall however gets kinda boring after awhile.  7/10

9) Miss You Bow Wow: The title of this song is strange.  That being said it's really good song.  It was one of the songs that the band co-wrote.  I tried to ignore the song because of the title but I cannot deny it's awesomeness.  9/10

10) Revolution in the Head: This song was the reason the album was almost called "Girls Aloud: Revolution".  The song talks about people having dreams and aspirations but not going through with them.  It reminds me of "Real Life" from their second album.  I wish this song was the fourth single from the album, but at least they performed the song on tour.  The song was also co-written by the group.  10/10

11) Live in the Country: While the second verse is awesome, the rest of the song is strange.  It's a drum and bass song that was co-written by the group.  The song has been growing on me and I like it a lot more now but I still think the animal noises at the end of the song are weird.  9/10

12) We Wanna Party: This song was initially recorded for their second album but it didn't fit on that album.  It was later recorded for this album.  The song is okay and is still growing on me.  8/10

 "Out of Control" ended up being the group's highest charting album by debuting at number 1.  My favorite songs on the album are: "The Loving Kind", "Revolution in the Head", "Untouchable", "The Promise", "Miss You Bow Wow", and "Love Is The Key".  Out of 120 points I give the album 106 which is 88%, B+.  88%, that's 6 percent higher than "Sound of the Underground".  This is the last review of the month.  I'm still shocked I was able to do a review everyday this month.  Thank you all for reading this review as well as all of the other ones I've posted!  Also you can comment on this review or any of my other ones to say if you liked it, hated it, agreed with it, ir had a different opinion on the album.  Thanks for reading!

Girls Aloud: Tangled Up Album Review

 Today I'm reviewing Girls Aloud's fourth studio album, fifth overall, "Tangled Up".  "Tangled Up" was released a year after the group's first greatest hits album, "The Sound of Girls Aloud: The Greatest Hits".  I'll make this intro short, so here's my track by track review:

1) Call the Shots: The second single from the album.  I said in my review for "Ten" that I didn't like the song much, but since that review I've listened to it a lot and think it's an amazing ballad.  The video was also very beautiful.  The song was the band's favorite on the album.  10/10

2) Close to Love: I can see this song be played in clubs because it's an upbeat dance-pop song.  The album's title comes from a lyric in this song.  In fact sometimes I think the song's titled "Tangled Up" until I look again.  Great song especially the part, "Now my only bet is take a plane ride west, cause I can't regret what I ain't done yet."  The song was also rumored to bee the third single from the album at one point.  10/10

3) Sexy! No No No...: The first single from the album.  It was one of the two songs that the band co-wrote.  While the beginning is dark with Cheryl singing lead with auto-tuned layered vocals, but it picks up into an awesome that makes you get off your chair and dance like an idiot.  Or maybe that's just me.  10/10

4) Girl Overboard: I said in my review for "Ten" that I didn't like the track, but after listening to it a few more times it's grown on me.  Like, "Close to Love" it was almost the third single and I know I said that I was glad it wasn't released as a single from the album but after seeing a youtube video of them performing the song, it changed my opinion of the song.  9/10

5) Can't Speak French: The third and final single from the album.  I said that this was one of my least favorite singles on the "Ten" review and I'm starting to regret saying that.  While I wouldn't have picked it as a single, it's grown a lot on me and I think it's good now.  Florence and the Machine did a cover of the song as well.  9/10

6) Black Jacks: While my opinions of the last two songs have change, my opinion on this one hasn't.  Vocally it's great and the productions good, but is the shouting in the song really necessary?  The song was originally recorded for the group's "Chemistry" album.  7/10

7) Control of the Knife: The song has a reggae feel too it but what is up with the auto-tune parts?  I felt that it brought the song down at first but after a few more listens, I liked the song more.  8/10

8) Fling: This song is clearly talking about a one night stand.  While the interlude to the song on their "Tangled Up Tour" was good, the song is overall boring and a little stupid except Sarah's part.  6/10

9) What You Crying For: This song is my favorite song on the album.  I wish it was released as the fourth single from the album.  The song is a drum and bass track and it's different from the other songs on the album.  The song was also never performed live.  Sad when it's such a great song.  10/10

10) I'm Falling: The intro makes the song sound like it'll be a rock song, sadly that's not the case.  It has a futuristic pop vibe to it.  Production is good but lyrically is boring.  I feel it' the weakest song on the album.  5/10

11) Damn: This song probably could've been on their third album, "Chemistry".  It isn't as dance sounding as the rest of the album.  It's so close to being really good but not close enough.  6/10

12) Crocodile Tears: The song has an amazing intro.  I felt that the song sounded like a watered down ballad version of "Close to Love" but it started to grow on me little bit.  It was one of the two songs on the album that the band co-wrote.  7/10

 While "Tangled Up" didn't have four singles like the group's previous singles, the album itself was still a good album.  My favorite songs on the album are: "What You Crying For", "Sexy! No No No...", "Close to Love", "Girl Overboard", "Call the Shots", and "Can't Speak French".  Out of 120 points I give the album 97 which 80%, a B.  Much better than "Chemistry".  Thanks for reading my review.  Come back tomorrow when I review Girls Aloud's fifth album, sixth overall, "Out of Control".

Girls Aloud: Chemistry Album Review

 Today I'll be reviewing Girls Aloud's third album, "Chemistry".  I've kinda been hard on some of the songs in the past and I'm gonna be hard on this album so here's my track by track review:

1) Intro: I won't be scoring this song because it's the intro.  That being said it's a great track and I wish it was made into a full song.

2) Models: I don't know why, but I like this song.  Even the "Girls, girls, girls, girls girls" part being repeated in some parts of the song.  The song had a video in 2013 when it was used as an interlude on the group's final show of the "Ten" tour.  9/10

3) Biology: The second single from the album.  The opening paart of the song is a reference to the group almost releasing a cover of Chris Isaak's "Wicked Game", which to this day has not been released.  While the song was the highest charting single from the album, I still have no clue what it's about.  7/10

4) Wild Horses: WTF?  The intro is so strange and then the song turned into an upbeat pop track.  I don't really like it.  7/10

5) See the Day: The third single from the album.  Cheryl Cole has said she hates this song.  This would explain why it wasn't performed as much as their other songs.  The video is okay but the isn't that good.  It was a cover originally performed by Dee C. Lee.  5/10

6) Watch Me Go: Boring.  Probably the weakest song on the album.  3/10

7) Waiting: Hated this song at first, but it's growing on me.  The chorus is pretty catchy and the production is good.  8/10

8) Whole Lotta History: The fourth and final single from the album.  This is my favorite song on the album.  It's an amazing ballad both vocally and lyrically.  On the group's show "Off the Record" Sarah said that the song deserved to be in the top 3 of the charts.  I agree with her but the song still did good by peaking at number 6 on the charts.  10/10

9) Long Hot Summer: The first single from the album.  I really like this song and I don't know why Brian Higgins said that it was a disaster record.  I think it's a good song but it should've been the third single instead of the first.  9/10

10) Swinging London Town: The song is kinda a dark pop song.  I'd love the song if the group's vocals weren't buried in the song's instrumental.  6/10

11) It's Magic: This song was the only song that the group got credit for writing.  Since Nicola sings lead on the song, it is likely that she co-wrote.  Even though Nicola is an amazing singer and writer, the production brings the song down.  5/10

12) No Regret: This song is a mid-tempo ballad sung only by Nadine.  While it showcases her vocals perfectly, the song is really boring.  5/10

13) Racy Lacey: This song talks about a woman who sleeps with men so she can live the perfect lifestyle.  While the song is different from other songs that the group have sang, it's actually one of the best songs on the album.  I wonder why it wasn't a single.  9/10

 It's kind obvious from looking at this review that "Chemistry" is my least favorite Girls Aloud album.  My favorite songs on the album are: "Whole Lotta History", "Racy Lacey", "Long Hot Summer", "Models" "Waiting", and "Intro".  Out of 120 points I give the album 83 points which is 69%, a D+.  Thanks for reading this review, come back tomorrow when I review Girls Aloud's fourth album, "Tangled Up"!

Girls Aloud: What Will the Neighbors Say Album Review

 I figure with there only being a few more days until the month is over, I'd just let the rest of the reviews for the month be Girls Aloud albums.  Today I'll be reviewing their second album, "What Will the Neighbors Say".  Here's my track by track review:

1) The Show: The first single from the album.  While the video is funny, I think the song was too safe to release as the first single from the album.  I like it, but I think it should've been the fourth single from the album instead.  8/10

2) Love Machine: The second single from the album.  The album title comes from a lyric in this song.  It's pretty funny how the group didn't want this song released as a single and yet it was successful on the charts.  It's a very catchy song that's fun to dance to.  8/10

3) I'll Stand by You: The third single from the album.  I think it's a good cover with a good video.  I don't know why the group always got negative reviews when they did cover songs.  The song became their second number 1 in the UK.  9/10

4) Jump: Didn't I just review this song yesterday?  This is the fourth time I've reviewed it, so I'll make it short.  It's a good song.  10/10

5) Wake Me Up: The fourth and final single from the album.  I like how this song is more edgier than the previous four songs.  I wish it was the first single from the album.  I didn't think Nicola had a solo on this song until I saw the video and saw the she had the first part of the second verse.  I was surprised because her voice is low in this song unlike the rest of the group's songs and singles.  10/10

6) Deadlines & Diets: The group wanted this song to be the second single from the album instead of "Love Machine", kinda glad that didn't happen.  The production is good and it's an okay ballad but it feels like one of those songs that you've heard a million times before.  5/10

7) Big Brother: This song was co-written by Cheryl Cole.  While the production is great, the overall sounds weak.  2/10

8) Hear Me Out: This song was co-written by Sarah Harding.  It's a mid-tempo ballad that feels boring at first but after a couple of listens, it's pretty good.  6/10

9) Graffiti My Soul: This is my favorite song on the album.  It was supposed to be given to Britney Spears but I'm so glad it went to Girls Aloud.  The song was going to be the fifth and final single from the album, but it was cancelled so the group could record, "Chemistry".  It sucks that this song wasn't a single when it's so good.  Cheryl Cole even wished the band released this song as a single.  10/10

10) Real Life: From Sarah and Kimberly singing the chorus in the beginning to the ending, this song is awesome.  The lyrics are awesome and the song is really good.  Wonder why it wasn't a single.  10/10

11) Here We Go: This song is a cover, it was originally recorded by Moonbaby a.k.a. Miranda Cooper who has co-written a majority of the band's songs with Brian Higgins.  This is probably the only cover song the band has done that has got mainly positive reviews.  The song is pretty good, especially the chorus.  10/10

12) Thank Me Daddy: Kimberley Walsh co-wrote this song.  I kinda feel it's boring.  3/10

13) I Say a Prayer for You: Nicola Roberts co-wrote as well as sang this song by herself.  While her vocals are amazing, I forget about this song a lot.  6/10

14) 100 Different Ways: Nadine Coyle co-wrote and sang lead on this song.  It's a good ballad and her vocals are great.  It's still growing on me.  5/10

 "What Will the Neighbors Say" continued the group's success with four top 5 hits in the UK.  My favorite songs on the album are: "Graffiti My Soul", "Wake Me Up", "Real Life", "Jump", "I'll Stand by You", and "Here We Go".  Out of 140 points I give the album 112 which is 80%, a B.  Thanks for reading my review and come back tomorrow to read my review of their third album, "Chemistry"!

Girls Aloud: Sound of the Underground Re-Release Album Review

 I initially planned on reviewing a totally different album and artist, but I've been listening to so much Girls Aloud music that I thought it made sense to review another one of their albums.  This time I'll be reviewing the re-released version of their first album, "Sound of the Underground".  For those wondering how I got into listening to Girls Aloud when none of their music was released in the U.S., this is how: I had that B*Witched, who had hit with "C'est la Vie" in the U.S., were reuniting on a show called "The Big Reunion".  Atomic Kitten were also reuniting on that show.  I looked that band up and one that group's previous members was Heidi Range from the Sugababes, who did a cover of "Walk this Way" with Girls Aloud.  Just thought I'd throw that out there.  Now here's my track by track review:

1) Sound of the Underground: The first single and title track from this album, as well as the group's debut single.  It's still a really cool pop/rock song and my favorite song from them.  It's really fun to dance like a fool to.  This chorus is my favorite part of the song.  10/10

2) No Good Advice: The second single from the album.  Apparently the group had to re-record the song because it had some explicit words in it.  That being said, the song is still good and relatable with a cool video.  10/10

3) Life Got Cold: The third single from the album.  The song was one of the last one's recorded for the album.  The line, "I don't believe in Romeo's and heroes anymore" always sticks out to me for some reason.  It's a very dark ballad that shows a different side to the group.  10/10

4) Jump: The fourth and final single from the album.  This song was one of the new songs put on the re-release.  It was also more happy sounding than the group's first three singles.  It's an upbeat, fun pop song to "jump" and dance to.  10/10

5) Some Kind of Miracle: This version of the song is a new version that was supposed to be released as the fourth single.  But it scrapped in favor of "Jump".  The original version of the song was going to be the third single, but "Life Got Cold" replaced it.  This song can't catch a break.  I love both versions and I was surprised to find out that the song was co-written by Edele Lynch from "B*Witched".  10/10

6) All I Need (All I Don't): A dance-pop song that feels like it could've been on a Kylie Minogue album.  It's good at first but it does get tiring after awhile.  6/10

7) Mars Attack: I'm curious why the title of the song is "Mars Attack" when the title is never said at all in the song.  Like "All I Need (All I Don't)", it's a dance-pop song but it's better than the other in my opinion.  8/10

8) You Freak Me Out: This song was recorded specifically for the film, "Freaky Friday".  It was also supposed to be a single, but the release was canceled so the group could record their second album, "What Will the Neighbors Say".  I just started listening to this song a few days ago and I think it's pretty good.  10/10

9) Girls Allowed: Interesting song title when the group is also called "Girls Aloud", just with different spelling.  The song was co-written by Brian McFadden.  It's a really cool song to dance like a fool to.  10/10

10) Forever and a Night: A beautiful ballad that sounds like it could've been released as a single for Christmas.  I don't listen to the song much but I still like it, especially the chorus.  8/10

11) Love/Hate: I don't really listen to this song that much.  I like the chorus, but the song isn't very memorable.  6/10

12) Boogie Down Love: The strangest title for a song on this album.  The song is also really weird and to me it's the weakest song on the album.  4/10

13) Stop: Nadine Coyle sings the whole song, except the chorus, by herself.  While her vocals are amazing, this song is pretty forgettable.  6/10

14) White Lies: This song is about how your partner keeps lying and keeping secrets from you and you've had enough of it.  I love the song and you can feel the emotion of the song in the group's vocals.  Perfect song.  10/10

15) Girls on Film: This song is a cover.  The song was originally recorded by the band, Duran Duran.  This song was also a b-side of the group's single, "Life Got Cold".  I think it's okay but I don't listen to it much.  5/10

 "Sound of the Underground" was a huge success for the group and one of two of their albums to have all the singles peak into the top 5 in the UK charts.  My favorite songs on the album are: "Sound of the Underground", "Some Kind of Miracle", "Life Got Cold", "White Lies", "Jump", "No Good Advice", "Girls Allowed", and "You Freak Me Out".  Out of 150 points I give the album 123 points which is 82%, a B.  Awesome.  Thanks for reading my review and I hope you liked it.

Kelly Clarkson:Thankful Album Review

 I figured since I reviewed most of Kelly Clarkson's albums, it only seemed right to review her first album "Thankful".  I'll make this introduction short, so here's my track by track review:

1) The Trouble with Love Is: The fourth and final single from the album.  The song is an r&b ballad, which is much different from the music she sings now.  It was also released to promote the film "Love Actually", this is the third song I've reviewed that was a part of that movie.  While Kelly's vocals are great, the song gets a little boring after awhile.  7/10

2) Miss Independent: The second single from the album.  I already reviewed this song on my review for "Greatest Hits - Chapter One".  That being said, I wonder when Christina Aguilera's version of the song will be released since she had the song first.  10/10

3) Low: The third single from the album.  This song used to be favorite song on the album but these days I find it to be too similar to Avril Lavigne's "Losing Grip", probably because both songs were produced by Clif Magness.  The song talks about reflecting on a bad relationship and the video was pretty good.  9/10

4) Some Kind of Miracle: No this not a cover of the Girls Aloud song.  Just wanted throw that out there.  It is a r&b ballad but I feel it's kinda weak.  5/10

5) What's Up Lonely: Catchy after the first listen but then it gets boring after the second.  4/10

6) Just Missed the Train: This song is a cover.  The original version was sung by Danielle Brisebois.  The song is a beautiful ballad that almost became a single.  Sadly because "Low" and "The Trouble with Love Is" failed to gain much success, the single release was scrapped.  10/10

7) Beautiful Disaster: Like I said in my review of "Breakaway", I heard the live version from that album first so when i heard this version I was surprised.  The song should've been a single because it's perfect.  10/10

8) You Thought Wrong (featuring Tamyra Gray): This song is my favorite song on the album.  It's about how two women find out they're with the same guy and instead of fighting, they team up to make his life hell.  It was also supposed to be a single, but because her previous singles didn't do so well tits release was cancelled.  10/10

9) Thankful: The title track.  The lyrics are okay but the overall song is boring.  4/10

10) Anytime: This song wasn't supposed to be on the album.  It replaced one of two songs, "Trace of Gold" and "Today for Me", originally to be on the album.  The vocals are good but the song is the weakest on the album.  3/10

11) A Moment Like This: The first single from the album.  I already reviewed it on my review for "Greatest Hits - Chapter One".  Like "Anytime" this song wasn't supposed to be on the album but I'm kinda glad it was included.  9/10

12) Before Your Love: This song had a video and while the lyrics and her vocals are amazing, the overall song is boring.  4/10

 In my opinion "Thankful" wasn't Kelly's strongest album, but then again she didn't have much time to record it.  My favorite songs on the album are: "You Thought Wrong (featuring Tamyra Gray)", "Beautiful Disaster", "Just Missed the Train", "Low", and "Miss Independent".  Out of 120 points I give the album 85 which is 70%, a C.  Thankfully Kelly has recorded better material over the years.  Thanks for reading my review!

Kelly Clarkson: My December Album Review

 Kelly Clarkson is one of the most successful artists around as well as one of the most successful people to do "American Idol".  Today I'll be reviewing her third album, "My December".  This album caused some controversy because it was more rock and darker than her previous album.  On top of that she had to fight with her label to get it released.  Her label at one point even wanted her to scrap 5 songs and record 5 radio friendly sons, one of which was "Black Hole", a song originally recorded by Lindsay Lohan.  Kelly refused to do that though, but there are rumors that her label tried to do the same with Avril Lavigne's "Goodbye Lullaby" except they asked her to take 2 songs off and replace them.  That would explain why "What the Hell" and "Smile" were on the record and why "Gone" and "Fine" weren't.  But that's a different story!  Anyway here's my track by track review:

1) Never Again: The first single from the album.  While the song was hit, it didn't get much airplay.  In fact the song charted mainly because of downloads.  In the video Kelly's boyfriend tries to drown her so he can be with the woman he's having an affair with.  He keeps thinking he sees her ghost haunting him.  By the end of the video it's shown that Kelly didn't drown and the man had been dreaming but Kelly leaves him.  10/10

2) One Minute: The second from the album in Australia and the third single overall.  This song was supposed to be on "Breakaway" but it didn't make the cut.  It was then reworked for this album.  I love this song and wish it was released in the U.S.  The video was just a live performance of the song.  10/10

3) Hole: Awesome guitar solo in the beginning.  The chorus is what made me a fan of this song and I think it's about when everything just hitting you at once and it's hard to deal with it.  9/10

4) Sober: The second and final single in the U.S. as well the second overall single.  I keep thinking the song is called "3 Months" because that's what's sung the most.  While the song didn't have a video and didn't do well on the charts, it's still a ballad that is amazing.  Wish it got the attention it deserved.  10/10

5) Don't Waste Your Time: The third single in Australia and the overall fourth and final single from the album.  The video is basically a darker version of "Sleeping Beauty".  It's a great video and the song very relatable.  10/10

6) Judas: No this a cover of that Lady Gaga song with the same name.  This song first, about four years before her's song came out.  Anyway this song was almost a single but Kelly wasn't sure about releasing it because it was too personal.  This song is about betrayal and it's a song I can relate to a little too well.  10/10

7) Haunted: This song is my favorite on the album.  Websites have said that the song is about a friend of Kelly's who committed suicide.  Now I'm glad it wasn't a single because this song would've been hard to promote.  It also feels like a song Evanescence would've sung.  10/10

8) Be Still: A slow song that's vocally amazing but it reminds me too much of "Sober".  7/10

9) Maybe: This song starts slow but becomes a little more upbeat later on.  I don't listen to it as much but I'll try to after this review.  7/10

10) How I Feel: This song feels out of place ob this album.  It's the most pop sounding song on the album.  I'm also confused why it wasn't a single.  8/10

11) Yeah: Instrumentals, great.  Lyrics, okay.  Overall song, strange.  5/10

12) Can I Have a Kiss: It starts off slow and acoustic but later picks up.  That being said it's not very memorable.  6/10

13) Irvine/Chivas: "Irvine" is a beautiful acoustic song that is vocally amazing but overall kinda boring.  "Chivas" is a hidden track played after "Irvine".  It's pretty good but the title is a little strange.  6/10

 While it didn't get the promotion it deserved, "My December" is still an amazing album.  That being said, I still wish she released a cover of Lindsay Lohan's "Black Hole".  My favorite songs on the album are: "Haunted", "One Minute", "Don't Waste Your Time", "Never Again", "Sober" and "Hole".  Out of 130 points I give the album 108 points which is 83%, a B.  Awesome!

Girls Aloud: The Sound of Girls Aloud: Greatest Hits Album Review

 What is up with me being lazy these days?  Today I'll be reviewing Girls Aloud's first greatest hits album.  While a lot of the songs on here were ones I reviewed for their second greatest hits album, "Ten", I will be adding more to some those songs because I forgot to put a few more things on them.  Anyway here's my track by track review:

1) Sound of the Underground: The first single and title track from their first album "Sound of the Underground".  The song almost wasn't theirs.  Irish singer Samantha Mumba was supposed to record the song but she decided on a different song.  This song is one of the group's biggest hits to this day.  10/10

2) Love Machine: The second single from their second album, "What Will the Neighbors Say".  Even though the group wanted "Diets and Deadlines", which isn't that good of a song, this was released and did pretty well.  8/10

3) Biology: The second single from their third album "Chemistry".  Not much to say except that I still don't understand the song.  Sarah Harding has said that she though the song was made up of three different songs put together.  I think she might be right.  7/10

4) No Good Advice: The second single from their first album, "Sound of the Underground".  It's weird how the group didn't want this song until writer Brian Higgins talked with them about it.  A very relatable song, lyrically.  10/10

5) I'll Stand by You: The third single from their second album, "What Will the Neighbors Say".  While the group always got negative reviews for their covers, except on their cover of "Here We Go", this song is still great.  9/10

6) Jump: The fourth and final single from "Sound of the Underground".  Had they not been asked to do a song for the movie "Love Actually", this song wouldn't have been covered or released as a single.  In fact the band was supposed to release "Some Kind of Miracle" as their fourth single.  It's sad that didn't happen but I love both songs, just wish that "Some Kind of Miracle" would've had a chance.  10/10

7) The Show: The first single from the second album, "What Will the Neighbors Say".  The song is okay.  Before the release of the second album, this song was one of four songs to be the lead single from the album.  The other three songs were "Wake Me Up", "Graffiti My Soul", and "Androgynous Girls".  While "The Show" became the first single, I feel it was a weak choice since the other songs were stronger.  8/10

8) See the Day: The third single from their third album "Chemistry".  Finally a song I haven't reviewed yet.  The song is a cover originally performed by Dee C. Lee.  Cheryl Cole regrets releasing this song as a single and was only released because the group was stuck on ballads.  Strange considering the fourth and final single from that album, "Whole Lotta History", which was also a ballad, was released after this song.  "Whole Lotta History" should've been the third single and then they could've released a different song as the fourth single like "Models" from the same album.  6/10

9) Wake Me Up: The fourth and final single from their second "What Will the Neighbors Say".  Although I love the song and video, I'm still annoyed that it wasn't the first single.  "Sound of the Underground" was a hard, edgy song and it was the group's first single from their first album, but I guess I shouldn't complain because the song was released as a single later on.  10/10

10) Life Got Cold: The third single from their first album, "Sound of the Underground".  Like "Jump", this song wasn't planned as the third single.  "Some Kind of Miracle" was supposed to be the third single but it was changed.  "Life Got Cold" is a sad ballad and was the group's favorite song from the album.  It's guitar parts makes the song sound almost like Oasis' song, "Wonderwall".  That being said it's a great song and a great ballad.  10/10

11) Something Kinda Ooooh: The first single from this album.  I love dancing like a fool to it.  The songs is still amazing even though the video is just...okay.  10/10

12) Whole Lotta History: The fourth and final single from their third album, "Chemistry".  I know I'm a little mean to their album "Chemistry", but I have to say this is one of the best songs from that album.  A lot of people can relate to this beautiful ballad.  10/10

13) Long Hot Summer: The first single from their third album, "Chemistry".  The song was written for the movie, "Herbie: Fully Loaded" but the song wasn't included on the soundtrack or the movie.  Brian Higgins has since said that the song was a disaster record and he can't stand it.  Oddly enough, I like the song.  I hated it at first but I gave it another chance and I think it's a pretty good song despite it being the group first song in the U.K. to miss the top 5 by peaking at number 7.  9/10

14) Money: A new song that wasn't released as a single.  I find the song to be a little strange and I still don't know if I like it or not.  For now I say it's descent.  8/10

15) I Think We're Alone Now: The second and final single from this album.  The song is a cover originally performed by Tommy James and the Shondells and later made more popular by Tiffany.  The song's video had three different endings.  One was the girls getting caught and being tied up, one was of Kimberly making the casino owners faint, and the last one was the girls playing with the money.  The song was a bad choice as a single.  6/10

 While the chances of a Girls Aloud reunion are unlikely we still have their amazing albums until the day they reunite.  My favorite songs on the album are: "Sound of the Underground", "Whole Lotta History", "Wake Me Up", "No Good Advice", "Something Kindaa Ooooh", "Jump", "Life Got Cold", "Long Hot Summer", and "I'll Stand by You".  Out of 150 points I give the album 131 which is 87%, a B+.  Awesome, and I promise tomorrow I won't be lazy doing a review!

Kelly Clarkson: Greatest Hits - Chapter One Album Review

 Like I said in my review yesterday, I was most likely gonna do another Kelly Clarkson album review.  Today I'll be reviewing her greatest hits album, mainly because I'm really busy today and needed to do a quick review today.  Sorry!  I promise tomorrow's review will be longer.  Anyway here's my track by track review:

1) Since U Been Gone: The second single from "Breakaway".  I already reviewed the song on my album review for "Breakaway".  Still a great way to start the album off though.  10/10

2) My Life Would Suck Without You: The first single from "All I Ever Wanted".  I already reviewed this song in my review for "All I Ever Wanted" yesterday.  10/10

3) Miss Independent: The second single from "Thankful".  I haven't reviewed that album, just thought I'd throw that in there haha.  The song was co-written by Christina Aguilera and it was supposed to be on her album, "Stripped" but it wasn't put on her album so Kelly got it.  Apparently Kelly had to fight to have the song on her "Thankful" album and it was put on and became a hit.  10/10

4) Stronger (What Doesn't Kill You): The second single from "Stronger".  I already reviewed the song on my album review for "Stronger".  10/10

5) Behind These Hazel Eyes: The third single from "Breakaway".  Already reviewed it in my album review for "Breakaway".  10/10

6) Because of You: The fourth single from "Breakaway".  Already reviewed it in my album review for "Breakaway".  I did forget to mention in that review though that Kelly re-recorded the song with country singer, Reba McEntire for Reba's album "Duets".  Both versions of the song are amazing.  10/10

7) Never Again: The first single and only song on the album from "My December".  The song was much more darker and had a rock sound as opposed to the 5 singles from "Breakaway".  It was a hit though and the video was pretty intense but cool at the same time.  10/10

8) Already Gone: The third single from "All I Ever Wanted".  I already reviewed this song on my album review for "All I Ever Wanted" yesterday.  I know this song was a single but I wish "I Do Not Hook Up" was on here instead of "Already Gone".  7/10

9) Mr. Know It All: The first single from "Stronger".  I already reviewed this song on my album review for "Stronger".  9/10

10) Breakaway: The first single from "Breakaway" and "The Princess Diaries 2 Soundtrack".  I already reviewed this song on my album review for "Breakaway".  10/10

11) Don't You Wanna Stay (duet with Jason Aldean): The second single from Jason Aldean's album, "My Kinda Party", as well a bonus track on the deluxe edition of Kelly's album, "Stronger".  I already reviewed this song on my album review for "Stronger".  9/10

12) Walk Away: The fifth and final single from "Breakaway".  I already reviewed this song on my album review for "Breakaway".  Anyone else getting tired of this?  10/10

13) Catch My Breath: The first single from this album.  Lyrically the song talks about Kelly's journey as an artist and also empowering.  From the music, to the lyrics to video, this song is just perfect.  10/10

14) People Like Us: The third and final single from this album.  The song is an empowering dance-pop song about being happy of who you are.  I love the chorus so much.  The video was also pretty cool.  10/10

15) Don't Rush (featuring Vince Gill): The second single from this album.  This song is a country song and it proves that Kelly can do country music as well.  It also features country singer, Vince Gill.  The song is about taking time with love.  It was also nominated for a grammy.  10/10

16) A Moment Like This: The first single from "Thankful" as well as Kelly's debut single.  The song hit number 1 in the U.S. and since its release, the song has been covered by many different artists like Leona Lewis.  9/10

17) I'll Be Home for Christmas: From her "iTunes Sessions Ep" and later a bonus track on her sixth album "Wrapped in Red", released a year after this album.  It was also a single from her "iTunes Sessions Ep".  I think the song is pretty good, but I wish "Dark Side" was on here instead.  7/10

 "Greatest Hits - Chapter One" most of Kelly's best songs, as well as new tracks.  I love all the songs on the album.  Out of 170 points I give the album 161 which is 94%, an A.  Awesome job and I wonder what "Greatest Hits - Chapter Two" will be like when it's released but that's a long way's away from now.

Kelly Clarkson: All I Ever Wanted Album Review

 I seem to be liking a lot of Kelly Clarkson's songs these days.  Today I'll be reviewing her fourth album, "All I Ever Wanted".  Here's my track by track review:

1) My Life Would Suck Without You: The first single from the album.  The song currently holds the record for biggest jump on the U.S. billboard chart from 97 to number 1.  I hated the song at first but after a couple listens I liked it.  The video was pretty good.  10/10

2) I Do Not Hook Up: The second single from the album.  The song was co-written by Katy Perry and she also recorded a version of the song.  I liked it more than the first single and I like how the song is saying that you want to fall in love instead of hooking up with a random guy.  10/10

3) Cry: The first ballad on the album.  Clarkson wanted the song to be released as the third single from the album but that didn't happen.  It did get released as the 5th and final single from the album but only in Germany and Australia.  I ignored the song at first but I like it now.  9/10

4) Don't Let Me Stop You: I love this song!  This is my favorite song on the album.  I question why it wasn't released as a single.  The song is about the person you're with and how they can't decide what they want and you're tired of them being hot and cold all the time.  10/10

5) All I Ever Wanted: The fourth single from the album.  This song is a cover.  The original version of the song was sung by the band Aranda.  From the guitar solo at the beginning to the drums and keyboard part at the end, this song is awesome.  The song starts slow but the chorus is so "in your face".  While it didn't have a video, it did have airplay on radio.  10/10

6) Already Gone: The third single from the album.  This song cause controversy because it sounded similar to Beyonce's song, "Halo".  Funny enough both songs were produced and co-written by Ryan Tedder.  I prefer the acoustic version of this song because I'm not a fan of the version on this album.  7/10

7) If I Can't Have You: This song is about wanting someone and if you can't be with them then you don't want anyone because you feel they are "the one".  The song would've been great as a single since it has radio appeal, but the auto-tune on the song isn't needed when Kelly has an amazing voice.  Thankfully a she released an acoustic version of the song in 2011 on her "The Smoakstack Sessions ep", and that version is better than the original in my opinion.  8/10

8) Save You: I'm gonna be honest, this is one of the songs I don't really listen to.  In fact I decided to listen to it a few minutes ago and thought, wow this song is good.  It's a great ballad about wanting to save someone from all their problems.  8/10

9) Whyyawannabringmedown: This song, pronounced "why ya wanna bring me down", is also a cover that was originally sung by the band Aranda.  The song is very "in your face" and different from a lot of the stuff she's done but it's an awesome song.  10/10

10) Long Shot: Katy Perry co-write this song too.  While Katy's version of "I Do Not Hook Up" is a little better than Kelly's, her version of "Long Shot" is no where near as good as Kelly's.  The song is about taking a chance on love despite all the people who are against you and the person you're with.  10/10

11) Impossible: I ignored this song for awhile too.  Now I can't get the lyric, "can't change the wind you say, won't matter anyway" out of my head.  Great song.  7/10

12) Ready: Uggh.  This song is so boring to me.  I usually just skip it.  5/10

13) I Want You: The intro to this song is just "WTF".  It's so repetitive and in my opinion it's the worst song on the album.  3/10

14) If No One Will Listen: While I don't listen to the song that much, I think it's an amazing ballad that showcases her flawless vocals perfectly.  Kelly also produced this song herself.  7/10

 "All I Ever Wanted" debuted at number 1 in the U.S. and was much lighter than her previous record.  My favorite songs on the album are: "Don't Let Me Stop You", "Long Shot", "Whyyawannabringmedown", "I Do Not Hook Up", "All I Ever Wanted", and "My Life Would Suck Without You".  Out of 140 points I give the album 114 which is 81%, a B.  Don't surprised if I review another Kelly Clarkson album tomorrow!

Kelly Clarkson: Stronger Deluxe Album Review

 Yesterday I reviewed Kelly Clarkson's second album, "Breakaway" so today I thought I'd review her fifth album, "Stronger".  I'll make this intro to the review short, so here's my track by track review:

1) Mr. Know It All: The first single from the album.  The song was an interesting choice as the lead single from the album since it's not as upbeat as a lot of the other songs on the album.  Lyrics are okay but her voice is amazing.  She performed a different version of the song on the American Music Awards in 2011 and a country version of the song was also released.  9/10

2) Stronger (What Doesn't Kill You): The title track and the second single from the album.  When the album was released, this song was called "What Doesn't Kill You (Stronger)" but it was changed.  It is an upbeat empowering track that was number 1 for three weeks in the U.S., making it her most successful single there.  10/10

3) Dark Side: The third and final single from the album.  This song was rumored to be a single before it's release because Kelly had mentioned that it'd likely be a single.  It is about asking their lover if they'd still love them even for your dark side.  10/10

4) Honestly: Rumors are that this song was supposed to be on Adam Lambert's "Trespassing" album since a demo of the song with his vocals was leaked before Kelly's album was released.  The song is a very dark, haunting ballad about wanting to know what your partner thinks of you, even if the truth is bad.  Wish it was a single.  10/10

5) You Love Me: Despite the title it's not a love song at all.  It's about a relationship that's going downhill because the person you're with is blaming you for everything, when in reality it's their fault.  Who can relate to this?  10/10

6) Einstein: This is my favorite song on the album.  The song was initially called "Dumb + Dumb = You".  It's about a person's anger towards her ex partner.  It's fun to listen to on a bad day.  I love the part "I may not be Einstein, but I know dumb plus dumb equals you."  10/10

7) Standing in Front of You: I used to ignore this song when I first got the album but I like the song now.  It's an amazing ballad about how the person you want to be with has been standing in front of you the whole time.  9/10

8) I Forgive You: This song was almost the third single from the album but in the end that didn't happen.  When I like Kelly's voice and the production is great, I can't relate to the song.  Maybe because I'm not a forgiving person.  9/10

9) Hello: This song sounds weird.  It's about wanting to find companionship so you won't be lonely.  My favorite parts of the song are "Hello, hello is anybody listening?" and "won't somebody show me that I'm not alone."  9/10

10) The War Is Over: This song feels like it could've been on "My December".  Kelly has said that it was the first song that was recorded for the record.  The song starts off slow but picks up later on in the song.  I think it's about moving on from a bad relationship.  9/10

11) Let Me Down: Ever have a friend that you love but they constantly let you down?  This song is about that.  This song leaked onto the internet months before the album was released.  My favorite part of the song is the opening line.  10/10

12) You Can't Win: I think everyone can relate to this song.  It's about life in general and how it doesn't matter what you do in life people will judge.  It sucks but that's life and sadly life's not fair.  The song is great though.  10/10

13) Breaking Your Own Heart: The last song on the standard edition of the album.  It's different from the rest of the album being that it's country.  Although it is a country ballad, it's awesome and showcases her amazing vocals.  9/10

 These next four songs are on the deluxe edition of the album.

14) Don't You Wanna Stay (duet with Jason Aldean): This song was released as the second single from Jason's album, "My Kinda Party".  It's an awesome song and it's cool that it was included on this album.  9/10

15) Alone: Ever feel like you're alone in the relationship with the person you're with?  This song is about that.  Thankfully at the end of the song, the narrator of the song has a new guy who treats her better.  10/10

16) Don't Be a Girl About It: I'm kinda curious why this song wasn't put on the standard edition of the album.  The song is awesome.  Great vocals, great lyrics, great production.  I wish this song was a single!  10/10

17) The Sun Will Rise (featuring Kara Dioguardi): Last song on the deluxe edition of the album.  It's a duet with Kara Dioguardi, who has co-written songs for Hilary Duff, Ashlee Simpson, and Kelly herself.  It's an empowering ballad about staying strong.  Great song to end the album.  10/10

 "Stronger" is an amazing album and it's just as good, if not better than any of her previous albums.  I love all the songs on the album.  Out of 170 points I give the album 163 which is 95%, an A.  Awesome!

Kelly Clarkson: Breakaway Album Review

 It's hard to believe that it's almost been 10 years since Kelly Clarkson released her second album, "Breakaway".  For those of you who don't know about Kelly Clarkson, she first came to fame in 2002 when she was on American Idol.  Since then she has become one of the most successful contestants from the show releasing 6 studio album, many singles, and a greatest hits album.  Today I'll be reviewing her second album "Breakaway".  I didn't know who Kelly Clarkson was until I saw the video for "Breakaway" in 2004 and I've been a fan ever since.  I had a review that I wrote on my myspace a couple years ago that I was going to post on here, but myspace changed and I lost all my old blogs.  So I'll just start from scratch.  Here's my track by track review:

1) Breakaway: The first single from the album as well as the title track and first single from "The Princess Diaries 2 Soundtrack".  The song talks about wanting to get away from your old life and start a new one.  The thing that shocked me the most about this song was that it was actually co-written by Avril Lavigne.  In fact the song was recorded for Avril's first album, "Let Go" but it didn't fit the album.  Earlier this month, Avril's demo of the song was leaked.  10/10

2) Since U Been Gone: The second single from the album.  This song is known as one of Kelly's biggest hits.  The song was initially given to P!nk but she turned it down, and then given to Hilary Duff but Hilary couldn't hit the high notes.  The song talks about being happy that the relationship is over and in the video Kelly trashes her boyfriend's house.  I love the song and it's fun to dance too and listen to when you're having a bad day.  10/10

3) Behind These Hazel Eyes: The third single from the album.  This song is about Kelly's ex-boyfriend, David Hodges who not only collaborated with her on this album but used to be in "Evanescence".  In the video Kelly plays a bride who is about to get married but she knows her fiance is in love with someone else.  In the end she throws the ring in his face and leaves the church.  10/10

4) Because of You: The fourth single from the album.  This song was written for her first album "Thankful" but her label didn't want it on the album.  Apparently her label didn't want the song on this album either.  Kelly wrote the song when she was coping with her parents divorce.  That is also shown in the video.  10/10

5) Gone: This song is about leaving the person you're with to find someone better.  Kelly had admitted that couldn't relate to the whole song but she thought it should be included on the album.  I'm glad it was on because it's my favorite song on the album.  Rumors were that the song was going to be the fifth single but that proved to be false.  10/10

6) Addicted: This song was inspired by the music on Evanescence's "Fallen".  Ben Moody and David Hodges, who are both former members of the band, co-wrote the song with Kelly.  It was Kelly's favorite song on the album and like "Gone" it was rumored to be the fifth single.  That didn't happen because her last two singles were dark and the label wanted a lighter song to be a single.  Shame, I would've loved to see a video for this song.  10/10

7) Where Is Your Heart: This song was written about Kelly's ex-boyfriend, David Hodges.  The song is about wanting more from your partner and wondering where they are in the relationship.  It is an amazing ballad that I used to ignore but I love it now.  10/10

8) Walk Away: The fifth and final single from the album.  The song was on of the lighter ones on the album.  I love the third verse the most.  In the video Kelly is performing the song with her band while many other people lip-sync and dance to the song.  10/10

9) You Found Me: Finally a happy song!  Sadly it's the only happy song on this album.  The song is about being with someone who makes you feel good.  It's an amazing song and I think it could've been in a lot of romantic comedy movies.  10/10

10) I Hate Myself for Losing You:  The title of the song says it all.  The song is about how the guy you left is now in a relationship with someone else and it's killing you.  In the end of the song she sings "I Hate Myself for Loving You".  Great song.  10/10

11) Hear Me: When I heard the song I thought it was about a person who had passed away and you miss them.  Clearly I was wrong!  The song is actually about wanting to find "the one" that you're supposed to be with but you haven't found that person and you're screaming that you're ready for them.  I sadly relate to that.  10/10

12) Beautiful Disaster (Live): This song is the live version of a song that was on her first album, "Thankful".  I didn't listen to "Thankful" until 2006 and when I heard the original version I was surprised.  Kelly said the reason the live version of the song is on here is because she thought the production of the song distracted the lyrics.  Both versions are amazing in my opinion.  10/10

 To this day "Breakaway" is Kelly's best album so far.  The album as got her two grammys.  I love all the songs on this album.  Out of 120 points I give the album all 120 points which is 100%, an A+.  Awesome job Kelly!

Avril Lavigne: The Best Damn Thing Album Review

Okay, I think we all knew that this album review was coming.  As I've said many times before I'm a huge Avril Lavigne fan so reviewing her third album, "The Best Damn Thing" is no surprise.  "The Best Damn Thing" was released in 2007, 3 years after Avril's second album, "Under My Skin" and was more upbeat and fun opposed to the dark, angry sounds of "Under My Skin".  Here's my track by track review:

1) Girlfriend: The first single from the album.  The song was a surprise considering she's telling a guy that she wants to be his girlfriend and to get rid of the girl he's with.  Also she was married to Deryck Whibley from "Sum 41" at the time.  The song surprisingly ended up being one of her most successful hits hitting number 1 in the U.S.  I like the song now but when it was first released, I thought it was bad.  9/10

2) I Can Do Better: This song was Avril's favorite song on the album.  Avril said while she was on tour that the song is about "being strong and doing better".  I don't want to be mean, but it sounds like she is drunk in the song.  I also found the third verse funny.  9/10

3) Runaway: This is my favorite song on the album.  It's about how life can suck and how you just want to runaway from it all.  That describes how life was for me in high school.  Really wish this song was a single!  10/10

4) The Best Damn Thing: The fourth and final single from the album as well as the title track.  When I first got the album, this song was one of the first songs I listened to.  I loved it but when I saw the video I was horrified.  Cheerleaders?!?!  Avril's has definitely changed.  I eventually got over it since the song was cool.  10/10

5) When You're Gone: We finally get to a ballad.  This song was the second single from the album.  The song talks about missing someone when they're far away from you.  The video for the song is amazing.  It made me cry.  10/10

6) Everything Back But You: This song is probably the most angriest song on the about.  It is rumored that this song was an outtake from "Under My Skin".  It makes sense because it not only does Avril's voice sound like it did on "Under My Skin" but it was also co-written and produced by Butch Walker, who co-wrote and produced some of the songs on "Under My Skin."  While it doesn't fit the mood of the album, it's still a great song.  10/10

7) Hot: The third single from the album.  When this song was announced as the third single from the album, I was shocked.  I thought it was an okay song but a bad choice as a single.  While the video was good, the song wasn't as successful as the first two singles from the album.  8/10

8) Innocence: Another ballad.  This song was released as a single in Italy and apparently had a video.  I didn't know that nor have I seen the video.  Although Avril's vocals are amazing, I usually ignore this song.  8/10

9) I Don't Have to Try: "I'm the one, I'm the one who knows the dance.  I'm the one, I'm the one who's got the prance.  I'm the one, I'm the one who wears the pants."  That's the opening line of the song.  Clearly Avril's saying she wears the pants in her relationship.  The song was also used in a canon camera commercial that Avril was in.  9/10

10) One of Those Girls: In this song Avril warns a friend that the girl who's hitting on him only wants him for money and when he's broke the girl will be gone.  This was one of the first songs I listened to on the album.  It is a little more rockier than some of the other songs but I still like it.  10/10

11) Contagious: Although it is the shortest song on the album, it is very upbeat.  It is about seeing a guy that you feel is "the one".  There was controversy with this song.  Apparently in 2005 Chantal Kreviazuk wrote a song with the same name and thought Avril plagiarized the song.  Although the case was settled, I am curious what the song Chantal wrote sounds like.  10/10

12) Keep Holding On: This song was a single for the "Eragon soundtrack".  While the film wasn't successful, the song was.  It was one of two songs Avril wrote for the soundtrack.  While this song was included on the soundtrack the other song, "Won't Let You Go", didn't make the soundtrack but was leaked a few years ago.  It is an empowering song and I love listening to it when I'm having a bad day.  Avril had said that the song was going to have an alternate version for the album but for unknown reasons that didn't happen.  Always wondered what the other version would've sound like.  10/10

 Avril's third album, "The Best Damn Thing" was much more lighter and happier than her previous album and was just as successful.  My favorite songs on the album are: "Runaway", "One of Those Girls", "The Best Damn Thing", "Contagious", "Keep Holding On", "When You're Gone", "Everything Back but You", "I Don't Have to Try", "Girlfriend", and "I Can Do Better".  Out of 120 points I give the album 111 which is 92%, an A.  Awesome, now I'll just wait until her sixth album comes because let's face it, when it's released I'll review it!

Lights: The Listening Album Review

 Today I'll be reviewing Lights' first album "The Listening".  Lights is a Canadian singer who was one of the writers for the "Instant Star" soundtracks.  One of the songs that Lights wrote that was on the show was "Perfect".  Since then she's released 4 ep's and 3 albums.  Here's my track by track review:

1) Saviour: This is the first single from the album.  The song talks about how she wants someone to save her, hence the title.  Light also cried while writing this song.  The video for the song is almost like a preview to the "Drive My Soul" video released a year before this song.  I love the lyrics and think the song is beautiful.  10/10

2) Drive My Soul: The first single from her "Lights" ep.  The song is her most successful single in Canada to date.  The song is about the fear of a people leaving your life because they make everything better and you don't know how you'll be without them.  The song had a space themed video.  10/10

3) River: This is my favorite song on the album.  The song is about getting tired of the life your living and wanting to find a place where you belong.  Who can relate to this?  I wish it was released as a single but an acoustic version of the single was released.  10/10

4) The Listening: The title track.  The song was also the second single from the album, but without a video it went completely unnoticed.  The lyrics for the song are pretty straightforward, she's basically saying how it's hard to speak because you're too nervous or don't know what to say.  10/10

5) Ice: The third single from the album as well as the third single from her "Lights" ep.  The song had 2 videos.  The first one involved cardboard cutouts of Lights getting away from monsters as well as her fighting the monsters in real life.  The second video involved her fighting an evil version of herself.  I like this song and it's different the previous ones.  10/10

6) Pretend: I used to hate this song when I first git the album.  Then one day I looked at the lyrics and got sad because I could relate to them.  The song is about missing the good old days when you were a kid when everything was easy.  It makes me sad.  9/10

7) The Last Thing on Your Mind: I'm pretty sure everyone has heard this song at least once.  The song was used in Old Navy commercial.  The song was on her "Lights" ep and was remixed for this album.  That being said, it took me awhile to like this song.  8/10

8) Second Go: The fourth and final single from the album.  The video for the song showed Lights painting a white house.  While I was shocked this song was a single I still like it.  I always liked the lyric "how can you save me, when I am angry, reasons I'll never know".  9/10

9) February Air: The second single from her "Lights" ep.  This was the song that made me a fan of hers.  There are two videos for the song.  The first was released in 2006 and the second one, which is more known, once again was a space themed video.  The video was also the sequel to the "Drive My Soul" video.  It's basically a love song.  10/10

10) Face Up: This song is an empowering song, saying to keep your face up even if your depressed things will get better.  I like it.  8/10

11) Lions!: Apparently this song was inspired by "World of Warcraft", or at least that's what some people like.  I find that strange but then again I don't play that game so I can't judge.  Still a good song nonetheless.  8/10

12) Quiet: The beginning part is just plain strange.  The song is about denying feelings for someone.  While it's really relatable, I can't get past that beginning part.  8/10

13) Pretend (Reprise): A shorter, slower version of "Pretend".  Great way to end the album but I like the original version more.  7/10

 Lights' first album is amazing, and while her second album "Siberia" leaned more towards a dub-step kind of sound, "The Listening" still remains a great album.  My favorite songs on the album are: "River", "Ice", "Drive My Soul", "Saviour", "February Air", "The Listening", "Pretend", and "Second Go".  Out of 130 points I give the album 117 which is 90%, an A.  Awesome!

Ashlee Simpson: Bittersweet World Album Review

 It's been awhile since I did a review for one of Ashlee Simpson's albums.  Today I'll be reviewing her third (and to date last) album, "Bittersweet World".  "Bittersweet World" was released almost 3 years after "I Am Me" and had more of an 80's influence than the previous album.  Here's my track by track review:

1) Outta My Head (Ay Ya Ya): The first single from the album.  The song is about all the voices from people in your head.  While it's a relatable song, I think the song was boring.  The video is very weird but also very entertaining to watch.  7/10

2) Boys: This was almost the third single from the album but because of Ashlee being pregnant at the time, the release was cancelled.  I'm glad it was cancelled because it is kinda a stupid song but I am still curious what the video would've been like for the song.  5/10

3) Rule Breaker: The lyric in the song "Color Outside the Lines" was almost the title of the album but it was later changed.  The song was almost the fourth single from the album but like "Boys" the release was cancelled.  I'm not really liking this song either.  I feel like she's not really trying on it.  4/10

4) No Time for Tears: Finally a song that I like!  The song talks about how you put so much effort into a relationship but got not nothing in return since the person broke up with you.  that really sucks, but the song itself is awesome.  10/10

5) Little Miss Obsessive: This song was the second and sadly final single from the album.  It features vocals from Tom Higginson, the lead singer of "The Plain White T's".  The song did a little better in the U.S. than the first single.  The song did not have a video.  10/10

6) Ragdoll: This is my favorite song on the whole album.  The song was co-written by singer "Sanigold".  I feel the song is empowering with the opening lyric, "I've been thrown round once or twice, beneath it all was born to fight."  10/10

7) Bittersweet World: The title track.  This song is about Ashlee's view of how the world is and how people have problems and try to hide them.  An awesome song that should've been a single.  10/10

8) What I've Become: This song is directed right at the paparazzi.  Paparazzi sometimes make up gossip and stupid stories which makes celebrities annoyed because they rarely say the truth.  This song is okay but not great.  8/10

9) Hot Stuff: This song reminds me of "Lala" from "Autobiography" and "L.O.V.E." from "I Am Me".  While the video would've been funny, the overall song is stupid.  4/10

10) Murder: This song was rumored to be the first single.  It originally featured "Travie McCoy" but for some reason "Izza Kizza" is featured instead.  This song is the darkest song on the album and I wish it was a single.  10/10

11) Never Dream Alone: This song is about being in love with love despite the hard times they're going through.  While her vocals are great the song is a little boring to me.  6/10

12) Follow You Wherever You Go: This song was a bonus track on iTunes.  The song is so hilarious.  I wish this song had a video.  While it's from the point of view of a stalker, it's still so funny.  10/10

 "Bittersweet World" was not as successful as her first two albums, probably because she couldn't promote the album that much given that she was pregnant.  My favorite songs on the album are: "Ragdoll", "Murder", "Bittersweet World", "No Time for Tears", "Little Miss Obsessive", and "Follow You Wherever You Go".  Out of 120 points I give the album 94 points which is 78%, a C+.  Not bad Ashlee!