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- Original Release Date: 4 Nov 2011
- Format - Music: MP3
- Compatible with MP3 Players (including with iPod®), iTunes, Windows Media Player
- Also available in CD Format
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| Song Title | Time | Price | |||
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| 1. 1901 | 5:11 | Not Available | |||
| 2. Skinny Love | 3:23 | Not Available | |||
| 3. People Help The People | 4:16 | Not Available | |||
| 4. White Winter Hymnal | 2:17 | Not Available | |||
| 5. The District Sleeps Alone Tonight | 4:44 | Not Available | |||
| 6. I'll Never Forget You | 3:47 | Not Available | |||
| 7. Young Blood | 4:04 | Not Available | |||
| 8. Shelter | 3:44 | Not Available | |||
| 9. Fire And Rain | 3:07 | Not Available | |||
| 10. Without A Word | 4:46 | Not Available | |||
| 11. Terrible Love | 4:43 | Not Available |
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23 of 24 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
I must admit, I was slightly disappointed when I first listened to this album. What initially drew me to Birdy was the stark simplicity of her singles, which have mostly consisted of just vocals and paino. In the album, I felt that the producers had added far too much backing music, almost to the point of drowning her out.
However, on subsequent listens, I noticed something: in its own way, the music is just as ethereal as her voice - and, as such, complements her perfectly. Most of the tracks are indie-rock covers - Francis & the Lights, Fleet Foxes, the National - to which Birdy has added her characteristic haunting edge. The whole thing has a ghostly beauty which is deeply relaxing to listen to.
She has only one self-penned track on this album - Without a Word - which, considering her age, is absolutely phenomenal. For those who criticise based on this alone, I think you're being unnecessarily harsh: Birdy is hardly equivalent to the manufactured pop acts spewed out of X-factor. Her choice of covers reveals her maturity and individual taste - she's not reproducing unoriginal versions of mainstream pop songs, after all - and she's been writing her own songs since she was 7. I think this girl is definitely going places. Overall, a surprising but gorgeous album.
However, on subsequent listens, I noticed something: in its own way, the music is just as ethereal as her voice - and, as such, complements her perfectly. Most of the tracks are indie-rock covers - Francis & the Lights, Fleet Foxes, the National - to which Birdy has added her characteristic haunting edge. The whole thing has a ghostly beauty which is deeply relaxing to listen to.
She has only one self-penned track on this album - Without a Word - which, considering her age, is absolutely phenomenal. For those who criticise based on this alone, I think you're being unnecessarily harsh: Birdy is hardly equivalent to the manufactured pop acts spewed out of X-factor. Her choice of covers reveals her maturity and individual taste - she's not reproducing unoriginal versions of mainstream pop songs, after all - and she's been writing her own songs since she was 7. I think this girl is definitely going places. Overall, a surprising but gorgeous album.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
I have to say i'm a little disappointed how her wonderful voice is trumed by the loud instruments. still a 5 start album because of her amazing voice. Her youtube channel has her acoustic versions and it's to die for. Absolutely beautiful
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Birdy is a fantastic writer and performer, her songs a beautiful and heartfelt.
Amazing shes going to have a very big career watch out Adele =)
Amazing shes going to have a very big career watch out Adele =)
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Geesee
I don't usually write reviews, as it's all so personal that it can be misleading. Thought I should have a go after listening to Birdy. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Gs Collins
Supercallifragilisticexpialidocius
What a voice. She is so young and yet sings with so much passion. I love it. Great cd! Can't wait for the next one.
Published 1 month ago by Floddertje
rare species
Most of the albums i buy on a whim dont always hit the spot but i connected with this album instantly right from the first song 1901 and its just one beautiful song after another... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Mr. J. Fulton
Simply Beautiful
As someone who has played the piano up to grade 3 (I'm almost 33), Jasmine van den Bogaerde (Birdy) started playing much earlier than me at the age of just 5. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Nemo
Dull
There was a lot of hype about Birdy and especially her cover of Bon Ivers' "Skinny Love", which is a song I really like. Sadly, it's all overrated and bland. Read more
Published 2 months ago by I. READ
WORTH EVERY PENNY
Bought this album on a whim & so glad I did. Beautiful lyrics & stunning voice, nothing more needs to be said.
Published 2 months ago by Sharon J
Hauntingly beautiful covers & others
I generally shy away from albums of cover versions, but this is really excellent. Birdy's choice of songs from folk classics (James Taylor's Fire & Rain) to more modern... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Amy Palko
Fantastic
Never heard anything like this. Both my husband and myself love it, she has a fantastic voice and every song is better than the last.
Published 3 months ago by rocas
Birdy
Bought this for my 15 year old. Sounds great to me! I'm middle aged but I like the voice and the musicality of the CD. Hope it does well.
Published 3 months ago by Enda Farrell
Remarkable Talent
Only a short review as others have said much of what I agree with, and her music should be all the talking needed, just listen to a track or two on YouTube. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Colin In Blue
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