Elis, Como E Porque - Elis Regina

Advantages: Shos growth in her voice, experimenting with different sounds.
Disadvantages: Maybe a little to slow for other Jlo fans.

...I recently purchased this album after buying tickets to see her and Marc Anthony in Concert in Miami. I have all of her old albums and felt the need to listen to her spanish material. 1) Que Hiciste - The most upbeat track of the album is a great start to this story of 'How a woman loves/ Como Ama Una Mujer'. It has a sort of pop rock feel to it with a catchy chorus and slow mid-tempo verses. 2) Me Haces Faltas - Her second single and a great choice. Great lyrics and this song shows off the emotional side to her voice. She really tries to go for the high notes and she succeeds. 3) Como Ama Una Mujer - A chilled track which you can listen to in the evening whilst contemplating life. I listened to this song a lot on my holiday whilst looking out to the ocean and it really sets the mood. 4) Te Voy A Querer - I really like... Read review

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Advantages: Fantastic album, highly entertaining!!
Disadvantages: None!!!

...I personally came to this album after hearing the most recent by Regina, 'Begin to Hope'. Already completely obsessed with Regina I had to search out new material! Regina Spektor is an amazing talent, mixing jazz sounds, classical piano, kooky lyrics and much more! Its hard to pin this lady down as every song sounds different. The only thing linking all her songs is the ability she has to suck a listener into her many stories. I found 'Soviet Kitsch' just a satisfying if not more so than 'Begin to Hope' , a slightly rawer sound which feels a lot more experimental, it is a really exciting album with a lot of variation and a lot to offer. Songs like 'Ode to Divorce' are moving and slow and gentle, where as 'Poor little rich boy' includes percussion involving a drumstick being banged on a chair. Overall the album is a triumph one of those... Read review

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Advantages: an unusual yet interesting and easy listening experience.
Disadvantages: Unusual style, not liked by all.

...This cd has to be one of the most interesting purchases for me this year. The lyrics are orginal and Regina's voice is incredibly enticing and spellbinding. All songs have the ingredients needed for a hit, clever metaphors, catchy tunes, thought provoking lyrics and incredible individuality. There are also a great number of songs that will quite literally be stuck in your head for days, possibly even weeks!!! Will be enjoyed thoroughly by people who also like Fiona Apple, Natalie Merchant, etc. Although not exactly the same in genre and sound as the two mentioned singers Regina has equal if not superior uniqueness. I would highly recommend this buy, it is great value for money and a life time music investment!... Read review

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