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Who would have thought, two years previously, that the Popstars wannabe and figure of public ridicule would actually make good his promise of a number one single and an album of original material? Dive In is the album nobody saw coming after the infamous ponytail and beard combo butchered Britney Spears' "Baby One More Time" on national television. However, after some rethinking and a drastic makeover, Darius captured hearts as one of the runners-up in 2002's Pop Idol contest. Dive In begins with his three singles in chronological order—"Colourblind", "Rushes" and "Incredible". Sticking to the tried and tested formula of acoustic guitar, middle-of the-road pop and a sly wink to camera, Dive In doesn't hold any surprises but if you like the singles you'll like the album. --Georgina Collins
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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Astounding,
By A Customer
This review is from: Dive In (Audio CD)
I asked for this for Christmas on the strength of the two singles, 'Rushes' and 'Colourblind', becuase they were upbeat and sounded good in the car.When I listened to the rest of the album I could hardly believe my ears, the strength of Darius' voice is so impressive, I don't think he misses a single note on any track. To go through the merits of each track individually would be time consuming and pointless, know instead the weaknesses: None. When I consider the fact that he's a Pop Idol refugee it just makes me laugh. I'd rather watch paint that's already dry than pay any attention at all to teeny bopping karaoke singers like Gareth and Will. Darius clearly has huge depth of talent and ten times the charisma of both of them put together. This album is a masterpiece, nothing less.
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dive In: Goes swimmingly...,
This review is from: Dive In (Audio CD)
Like many I didn't follow Popstars or Pop Idol, but couldn't fail to be impressed with Darius' tenancity, when seeing that familiar face and voice again on the telly. I bought this on a whim a couple of weeks ago (wondering what I was letting myself in for) and have been unable to prise it out of my cd player, or indeed the melodies from my head.The guy's done good. No covers on this album (thank god!), just occaisionally cheesy, but solid lyrics, extremely catchy melodies, intelligent production, lovely voice; in short, an original, strong debut with a lot of heart. I don't like this album. I absolutely love it. :)
18 of 20 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
"Dive In" - immerse yourself in Darius,
By A Customer
This review is from: Dive In (Audio CD)
This album is pure quality. All the tracks are original Darius! a mix of upbeat rock/pop and classic ballards. There's something for everyone. All the tracks are favourites, on each listen you find a different one captures your imagination. Every one is worthy of being a chart topping single. The clever intros insure that you will recognise each song from the opening bars as already is the case with Colourblind and Rushes, which are on the album. On each listening you notice the complexity and care that went into producing each song. The electric guitar in Girl in the Moon, the Tube sound effects and rythmic beat in Sliding Doors to the water trickling effects in Dive-In, the title track. Every song exudes its own distinct feel and atmosphere. Darius' voice ranges from the lowest of the low to the highest notes with ease, and the heart felt emotions are real as he sings I Gotta Know and Simple like the truth with true vulnerability. His lyrics conjure up all the feelings and images that accompany these songs. All guitar led, with Darius playing acoustic guitar on all the tracks, these songs show that Darius was right to proclaim he is a singer/songwriter!As a debut album from a 22 year old man, who has struggled to prove he is not the laughing stock the media painted him as two years ago, this is pure quality and will suprise all who listen to it with open minds.
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