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Track Listings
| Disc: 1 | |||
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| 1. Like A Star | |||
| 2. Enchantment | |||
| 3. Put Your Records On | |||
| 4. Til It Happens To You | |||
| 5. Trouble Sleeping | |||
| 6. Call Me When You Get This | |||
| 7. Choux Oustry Heart | |||
| 8. Breathless | |||
| 9. I'd Like It | |||
| 10. Butterfly | |||
See all 11 tracks on this disc
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| Disc: 2 | |||
| 1. Since I've Been Loving You | |||
| 2. Emeraldine | |||
| 3. Munich | |||
| 4. Venus As A Boy | |||
| 5. Anothe Rainy Day | |||
| 6. Daydreaming | |||
| 7. Enchantment | |||
| 8. I'd Like To (Remix) | |||
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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Expectations were high, fuelled by her performance on Jools Holland's show and the praise lauded thereon by Burt Bacharach, the frequent airplay across most radio stations of the two singles thus far released, and by some heavy-handed record company promotion proclaiming Corinne Bailey Rae's as the voice of 2006 and the new Billie Holiday.
My initial reaction to this CD upon trying to listen to it was to go in the completely opposite direction. For a start it took five attempts to listen to it all the way through without nodding off to sleep - it is so easy, one-paced and slickly produced that the temptation was to immediately dismiss it to the cure-for-insomnia or after-dinner-party categories. However, something has made me stick with it and convinced me it's more than just that.
I can't really see the comparison with BH myself, I think it's insulting to both ladies. If it's true that you're influenced by what you hear growing up at home, then I suspect that her family record collection includes Sade, Sly Stone and, from the mockney intro to "Put Your Record On", some All Saints. Corinne's singing voice sounds pure and natural, and very English (no hint of Leeds, though). I'm not sure how strong it is - the nature of the songs are such that she's closely miked and intimate, and they certainly don't warrant or get any vocal gymnastics - but you can hear every word quite clearly, which is quite remarkable.
The songs themselves are all self-penned, with help in the music department from various members of her band. The lyrics are simple and beautiful, some might say too much so, of her experiences in love and, in the later ones, reminiscing about growing up at home.
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By DLD Woods
Format:Audio CD
As with a lot of people, I heard 'Put Your Records On' at some point on TV and loved it, gave in to all the media hype about this album and bought it. And like a lot of people, I was rather disappointed - it was almost anticlimactic. It wasn't bad, nothing too special.
However, things change.
As I continued to listen to the album - even if just for 'Put Your Records On' and 'Breathless' at first - it started to grow on me. If you ever listened to 'O' by Damien Rice, I suspect you know what I mean. What both of the albums have in common is that while they are at first disarmingly subtle (verging on boring, to be frank), they grow on you. In a HUGE way. It may take you 4, 5, maybe more run-throughs, but be assured that this CD is a sound investment. If you've got the patience to get to know this music, you won't be at all disappointed.
However, things change.
As I continued to listen to the album - even if just for 'Put Your Records On' and 'Breathless' at first - it started to grow on me. If you ever listened to 'O' by Damien Rice, I suspect you know what I mean. What both of the albums have in common is that while they are at first disarmingly subtle (verging on boring, to be frank), they grow on you. In a HUGE way. It may take you 4, 5, maybe more run-throughs, but be assured that this CD is a sound investment. If you've got the patience to get to know this music, you won't be at all disappointed.
11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Almost two years ago, during the course of a school program, I heard "Like a Star" for the first time, as it was the background selection used by a dance group. I was, figuratively, blown away by Rae's mesmerizing vocals and had to hear more from the young artist.
I'm glad that I opted to buy the double CD over the original release because it offers the listener the chance to really appreciate Rae's diversity, as she tackles a variety of styles, from R & B to jazz to "torch" songs.
Corinne Bailey Rae's voice is reminiscent of so many vocal stylists like Billie Holliday and current favorite Erykah Badu; However, she is painting her own place in the musical landscape and this double-CD - especially on the covers on disc 2 - is the perfect introduction to a singer that's destined for a long career in music.
I'm glad that I opted to buy the double CD over the original release because it offers the listener the chance to really appreciate Rae's diversity, as she tackles a variety of styles, from R & B to jazz to "torch" songs.
Corinne Bailey Rae's voice is reminiscent of so many vocal stylists like Billie Holliday and current favorite Erykah Badu; However, she is painting her own place in the musical landscape and this double-CD - especially on the covers on disc 2 - is the perfect introduction to a singer that's destined for a long career in music.
11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
By Kali
Format:Audio CD
What a throaty but delicious voice young Corinne has. I heard her on late night TV recently and I was surprised that I really liked how she sang, not only that, I liked the songs she was singing too!
I loved the song Put Your Records On, it was so charming and surreal and Trouble Sleeping was equally as good, not only that but both the videos were eye catching and very 1940s to 1950s to look at with bike rides in the country and visits to a basement jazz hall by a sultry looking Corinne who reminded me of a 21st century Nina Simone.
All the songs on this Album are pretty good, Corinne has done very well for one so young, and I look forward to watching her mature, I just hope she doesn't become too full of herself, I think if she does, she will loose some of the sparkling charm which makes her a cut above other artists of a similar ilk.
I loved the song Put Your Records On, it was so charming and surreal and Trouble Sleeping was equally as good, not only that but both the videos were eye catching and very 1940s to 1950s to look at with bike rides in the country and visits to a basement jazz hall by a sultry looking Corinne who reminded me of a 21st century Nina Simone.
All the songs on this Album are pretty good, Corinne has done very well for one so young, and I look forward to watching her mature, I just hope she doesn't become too full of herself, I think if she does, she will loose some of the sparkling charm which makes her a cut above other artists of a similar ilk.
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
This is a wonderful CD. Corinne has a unique and special voice. Track 4 in particular gives me goose pimples. It's a lovely CD to kick back and enjoy a glass of wine too. Buy it! It'll get under your skin and you'll keep going back to it.
24 of 25 people found the following review helpful
By R. J. Davies
Format:Audio CD
Well I cannot understand anyone who listens through an Ipod to a compressed MP3 file daring to make a comment on sound quality. The reason most things are so badly recorded is because the population are listening to WAV's through £10 headphones.
For those who have Hi Fi equipment, take a listen to Miss Bailey Rae. The vocal arrangements are oustanding, and though the recording has been made radio friendly this is still music that should be given positive consideration. I think she has talent, and as she writes as well as sings it would be great if she was encouraged, or we will end up with just Pop Idol clones to download onto disposable hard drives..
Not a great album, but very, very good. Give it a try.
For those who have Hi Fi equipment, take a listen to Miss Bailey Rae. The vocal arrangements are oustanding, and though the recording has been made radio friendly this is still music that should be given positive consideration. I think she has talent, and as she writes as well as sings it would be great if she was encouraged, or we will end up with just Pop Idol clones to download onto disposable hard drives..
Not a great album, but very, very good. Give it a try.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
corinne bailey rae
a great album - if ever i am feeling tired, i can put this cd on to relax and its beautiful. thank you i would recommend to anyone who likes to chill out to music
Published 1 month ago by karen jean marshall
5.0 out of 5 stars
Smooth
Was surprised at how good this album is. great vocals, smooth, silky,well written songs.
bought for my wife, but i have pinched it for myself.
bought for my wife, but i have pinched it for myself.
Published 4 months ago by patrick dee
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great album
A very soulful easy listening album. Corinne's vocals are amazing. My favourite track is 'Like a star' a very emotional.
Published 10 months ago by scorpiochick
5.0 out of 5 stars
Something To Fall Back On
I felt so Breathless listening to this album. It is blissful, subtle and soothing. I have spent many an our in the sun whilst reading and listening to Miss Bailey Rae. Read more
Published 12 months ago by MusicMaker
5.0 out of 5 stars
Stunning
This was an amazing album that i could listen to any time given the chance. I love all the songs except one.
It is mellow and cool. Read more
It is mellow and cool. Read more
Published on 24 Feb 2011 by Jiba
5.0 out of 5 stars
Lovely Album
This is an album for lovers of soul music. Beautiful arrangements. Buy the CD and hear the real audio, forget about MP3 quality!
Published on 26 Nov 2010 by deck-o
4.0 out of 5 stars
corinne bailey rae
marveallous tunes voice like chocolate really gets me in such a good mood. Takes me from a romantic night to dancing while doing the housework.
Published on 14 Oct 2010 by michelle x
4.0 out of 5 stars
CBR - Not What I Expected
After 'Put Your Records on' this is not what I originally expected. Almost childish in some ways but a real mystery in the mix of musical styles. Read more
Published on 16 May 2010 by G. R. Chapman
4.0 out of 5 stars
CORRINE BAILEY RAE
My first purchase by this artist. A lovely album and a great listen with subtle lyrics and a tone which is gentle and relaxing. I love it !
Published on 3 Mar 2010 by K. Hyett
5.0 out of 5 stars
Beautiful Album, Smooth & relaxing
This album has amazed me. I came across it after hearing various songs from the album on adverts and on the radio and thought that I had to give the album a try. Read more
Published on 19 Feb 2010 by A. Ashmore
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