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~ Britney Spears
4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (64 customer reviews)
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  • Audio CD (1 Dec 2008)
  • Number of Discs: 1
  • Label: RCA
  • ASIN: B001HT0QY8
  • Other Editions: Audio CD  |  MP3 Download
  • Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (64 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 890 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

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1. Womanizer
2. Circus
3. Out From Under
4. Kill The Lights
5. Shattered Glass
6. If U Seek Amy
7. Unusual You
8. Blur
9. Mmm Papi
10. Mannequin
11. Lace and Leather
12. My Baby
13. Radar [Bonus Track]

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Amazon.co.uk Review

Featuring a flurry of musical moods from a variety of producers--everyone from The Outsyders and Lil to Rodney "Darkchild" Jerkins and Lady Gaga--Britney's new album, Circus is clearly a determined effort to haul herself back to the top of the pops after a particularly rocky year. Lead single “Womanizer", with its stuttering drumbeat, buzzing synths and hooky chorus, is reminiscent of the album's other sonic firework, the raunchy “If U Seek Amy". These fiery missives indicate that Britney is back on form--but many other songs come across as damp squibs in comparison. Her extensive use of Auto-Tune adds a robotic aspect to her voice, rendering certain songs less engaging than they could be (the 80s electro of “Leather & Lace" and the title track are two examples). Opener “Mannequin", the ballad “Out from Under" and “Kill the Lights" (a song about the paparazzi) come close to previous form, but still lack the essential spark needed to make Circus the album it could --and should--have been. --Danny McKenna


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'Circus' is the sixth album by Britney Spears - one of the most successful and controversial pop stars of recent times.In the midst of all the controversy and tabloid tales, Britney's talent has always remained and this album is a timely reminder. A number of respected producers (Rodney 'Darkchild' Jerkins, Danja, Max Martin) have contributed, creating an irresistible up-tempo, catchy pop album which will win many fans and plaudits. Includes the singles 'Womanizer' and 'Circus'.

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16 of 18 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars It took a while, but she is back!!!!!!!!, 13 Nov 2008
It didn't happen overnight, but Britney is back to the one woman pop machine she used to be. While 'Blackout' was a great album it got lost along the way during all the drama, but it's here, album number 6, and what an album it has turned out to be. The albums sound seems to be an equal mix of Blackout and the Britney of years ago. It's not quite as electronic as Blackout and brings back more of Britney's personality in to the album. This is the first album since 2001's 'Britney' that she has collaborated with Max Martin, also Danja is back producing along with Bloodshy & Avant. New producers (The Outsyders & The Underdogs)have been brought in too to make sure the album isn't too predictable. The only slight let down is (surprisingly) the Bloodshy & Avant production. 'Unusual You' is just not up to their previous work together, its not bad just a bit bland next to the other tracks.
This album is every bit as solid as Blackout was, whilst not every song is amazing, none are at all bad. Lead single 'Womanizer' is certainatly a great song, catchy, fast and not too deep, but that's just for starters. It is definately not the best song on the album. Next single lined up is Dr Luke produced 'Circus' which is 100 times better again than Womanizer. It moves at a slower pace but the beat is heavier & the songs feel overall is darker. Pure brilliance!! Other great tracks include 'If You Seek Amy' which is a really catchy song (helped along by the play on words (",)). One thing that Blackout was missing was a genuinely emotional ballad and Circus serves up a great one 'Out From Under' which discusses finding your feet after the breakdown of a relationship. A really genuine song from Britney. 'Lace & Leather' and Danja produced 'Kill The Lights' are yet more great tracks from the set. 'Kill The Lights' runs the same track as Piece of Me - an anti-paparazzi track which although not as catchy, is definately better written than 'Piece Of Me', 'Lace & Leather' delves into something a little raunchier. Despite all these great tracks, there is one which stands head and shoulders above the rest, and that is 'Mannequin'. Produced by The Underdogs this song is fueled by a thumping bassline, swirls of synthesisers and so much energy the speakers nearly melt. Yurn this track up and feel the hairs on the back of yor neck stand on end!! A brilliant song brimming with energy. One of the best she has done.
Overall, this a great great geat album, a total return to form for Britney taking her current sound forward whilst reincorporating the good bits of the old Britney back in again. With several bonus tracks about too such as 'Rock Me In' 'Phonography' 'Trouble' and 'Amnesia' (depending on what edition you get) there is plently of new Britney to enjoy. This is the last step in achieving the full comeback. Fantastic.
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11 of 13 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Well....I love it!, 7 Dec 2008
I absolutely loved Blackout and thought I wouldn't like this one as much, but I think I like it more. The only track I'm not overly keen on is My Baby but I think the rest are just brilliant. It's just got that something that makes you sing along every time and I amn't bored yet!

It's not often that you find an album where you like all the songs and I would say even if you didn't like Britney's older stuff to try this one.
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10 of 13 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Slick, catchy and fun, 9 Dec 2008
By Annie "random bint" (Cambridgeshire, UK) - See all my reviews
I have to disagree with the reviewer who prefers the early Britney: I find the first two albums very dated now, with the exception of about 5 tracks, and rarely listen to them. Like Madonna, Britney's music changes with the times and her own maturity (or possibly length of her Doctor's prescription). Unlike Madonna she's retained her dignity in her published albums and videos, and taken as a contunity from 'Blackout' this continues to build the Britney image as a polished young woman who can sing and dance and frequently doens't wear much clothing. OK, we all read the media and are aware of the bits the music doesn't advertise, but Blackout was largely good, if lacking in real standouts (other than Piece of Me and - my opinion only - the badly titled ooh ohh baby). This will appeal to likers of Blackout, but it has the catchy single material which In the Zone had. Nice to see a mixture of electro-pop (think Imogen Heap), bouncy airhead beats and Toxic-style stick in the head songs. Shame Radar was included again though. A good, solid and fun album.
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5.0 out of 5 stars cucurs
i love britny spers i love blakout and the baby one more time albem but ciruus is the best britny alubum evea i love it... Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars cucurs
i love britny spers i love blakout and the baby one more time albem but ciruus is the best britny alubum evea i love it... Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars Best Album of 2008/2009
What can i say well i have been a fan of Britney Since Baby One More Time but then i went off her for a while :( But when i heard the Hit Single Gimme more in October 2007 while i... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Mrs. K. Macinnes

5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant Album!!!
Britney is a legend in the Pop World and there is no wounder why, because this album is Super and every song is so catchy and make you listen to them all day So Miss Spears again... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Megan Mathers

3.0 out of 5 stars Circus
First 6 tracks are really good, then it goes a bit wishy washy but a good listen on a car journey!
Published 4 months ago by F. L. Desborough

5.0 out of 5 stars brilliant cd, some great songs
I love this Cd, I listen to it all the time! there are some amazing songs on here!
Published 4 months ago by Ms. C. H. Ray

5.0 out of 5 stars 'DEKS TOP 5 SONGS FROM THE ALBUM'
No.5 'If U Seek Amy' clever name, clever meaning, and great song. I loved it
No.4 'Radar' very good song, brilliant chours, this song was also on the Blackout album too... Read more
Published 5 months ago by Shawn

4.0 out of 5 stars Addictive!
Have had the CD for a month now and still haven't stopped listening to it. Although i'm not a great fan of Britney herself, i just love her music, and this CD has a nice variety... Read more
Published 5 months ago by Ms. R. V. Galley

1.0 out of 5 stars God awful
Britney surely was one of the biggest superstars on the planet. She delivered refreshing pop ballads and incredible dance tunes- that was before her public `meltdown'... Read more
Published 6 months ago by Dizzy Rut

1.0 out of 5 stars The Downfall of Britney
Alas, Ms Spears has proved she has finally run out of juice. I can't comprehend the rave reviews from people on this site. Read more
Published 6 months ago by L. Rees

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