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In his debut album Holly, 18 year-old Canadian Justin Nozuka has created eleven impressive pieces of thoughtful acoustic-soul. Filled with understated melodies, minimal production and an interesting, sometimes dark take on song-craft, it comes as something of a surprise from one so young.
Justin likes to tell his stories from an unusual angle, evident in the very first track ''Down In A Cold Dirty Well'' where he takes the perspective of a man whose thoughts run back over his life while he is trapped...yes, at the bottom of a well. ''Save Him'' is another great example of Justin's curious viewpoint; in one of the highlights of the album, he heart-rendingly sings of overhearing the development of an abusive relationship in the flat next door.
Of course in this genre it just wouldn't be cricket if we didn't have a few obvious love songs, and in this case they are provided by the colourful and optimistic beauty ''Golden Train'' and the repetitive but spellbinding single-to-be ''After Tonight''.
Justin's voice suits his compositions perfectly, he has a rich, throaty mid-range, great for the bluesy elements, but he also has the ability and confidence even have a crack at some Timberlake-style highs, although he can sometimes go a little far and ends up sounding contrived and slightly parodic. That said this is still a superb album, filled with raw quality. Just enjoy. --Jamie Fisher
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3 of 4 people found the following review helpful
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I saw Justin on Monday Night in Birmingham and Justin along with his band is one truely talented and unique singer and group. His songs and lyrics are amazing and to think he is only 18!! This guy has got a wonderful future ahead of him. If you want to impress your partner or just want to hear a truely beautiful album then this is the one to get. I would be totally amazed if there isnt a track on this album that you dont fall in love with (I love them all). Go and get this album today, you wont regret it for sure.
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I have been a great admirer of Justin Nozuka for a while now, and finally own this, his first album! Everything about it is stunning, from the music, lyrics and physical appearance. I love it so much. One of my best birthday presents.
2 of 3 people found the following review helpful
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Without doubt you will not hear many more better CD's than this one. At only 18 Justin sings with passion and emmotion. I was lucky enough to see him at The Troubadour Club in London a few months back and his accoustic set blew me and my mate away. My mate is since hooked also. His profound lyrics and accoustic guitar aswell as mellow voice say that this kid is gonna go a long way. Buy this cd. It is a must have.
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Justin deserves to be a global superstar!
I saw Justin Nozuka in concert in Strasbourg, France a few months after buying Holly and he and his band were even better live! Read more
Published on 27 July 2008 by E. Nguyen
Holly - Justin Nozuka
This album is absolutely breathtaking. Justin sings with such passion and has an amazing voice. His songs are so catchy, i guarantee you will be singing them for days! Read more
Published on 1 Mar 2008 by Ms. Sa Coxon
Sheer quality
Out shopping with the wife and kids and heard 'Be Back Soon' over the clothes shop PA. One of those rare occasions when the staff knew who it was! Read more
Published on 9 Jan 2008 by Hembo
SO SO
3 stars for the voice, but the album is a let down, becomes samey after a while, and elicits little emotion. Read more
Published on 21 Dec 2007 by Writer
Outstanding and Impressive Debut!!!
Justin Nozuka came to my attention via MTV with his single Mr Therapy and I fell in love with it instantly! Read more
Published on 29 Sep 2007 by Mrs. K. A. Elmi
Diversified, harmonious and fetching
Definitively the album of the year. Never heard such a beautiful voice before. Unbelievable that Justin is just 18 years old. This album is lifting in high spirits. Read more
Published on 6 Sep 2007 by Taner
Holly
Without question the album of the year. Without doubt the debut album of all time. Buy it!
Published on 11 July 2007 by T. Bailey
Undeniably Fantastic!!
Before buying this album, I read a persons review on Itunes saying of this album 'that this is why music was invented!' High praise indeed for a teenager and his debut album. Read more
Published on 27 Mar 2007 by H. Pateman
a masterpiece
i came across this on itunes, there was a free download on the song 'down in a cold dirty well',it was so good i just had to buy the album. Read more
Published on 23 Mar 2007 by bondbug
WOW,WOW,and after a short pause....WOW !!!!
I stumbled across this singer/songwriter by accident late one evening. How glad am I that I did so. It's only when you realise this is a "Debut" album, that you can apreciate the... Read more
Published on 17 Mar 2007 by Ms. Andrea E. Winney
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