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"Let The Truth Be Told," Laura Izibor's debut album combines soul, pop and jazz to create an album to sit alongside artists such as Leela James, Chrisette Michele and Corinne Bailey Rae. Although Laura has a good, soulful voice she lacks the material to be compared to the likes of Jill Scott and Alicia Keys.
The standout song for me is "Shine," Laura's debut single is an upbeat summery pop soul track, with vocals that occasionally sound like Amy Winehouse mixed with Macy Gray. The second single, "Don't Stay" follows the same sound and shows of her great vocals.
"The Worst Is Over," a stripped back piano led ballad which slowly builds up throughout the song and "Mmm..." the rousing gospel influenced track also stand out from the rest.
Many of the songs blend together and thus it creates a nice background atmosphere but just lacks enough stand out tracks to be worthy of 5 stars.
The standout song for me is "Shine," Laura's debut single is an upbeat summery pop soul track, with vocals that occasionally sound like Amy Winehouse mixed with Macy Gray. The second single, "Don't Stay" follows the same sound and shows of her great vocals.
"The Worst Is Over," a stripped back piano led ballad which slowly builds up throughout the song and "Mmm..." the rousing gospel influenced track also stand out from the rest.
Many of the songs blend together and thus it creates a nice background atmosphere but just lacks enough stand out tracks to be worthy of 5 stars.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
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If you're a fan of Joss Stone or John Legend then this is a sound that will please your ears.
The album starts with a bit of the positive-thinking, uplifting song that was the single 'Shine'. A lovely catchy number that you know will brighten up any monday morning.
'If tonight is my last' is a lovely ballad with a catchy tune.
'What would you do' has definite John Legend influence to it. It is musically very simple but lyrically challenges the power of professed love beautifully.
'Mmmm....' is probably my favourite song on the album. It is a slow but beautiful song, extolling the virtues of her lover, with a gospel-choir backing that give this song an ethereal dimension.
'From my heart to yours' is a lovely, upbeat and catchy tune that is just a real summer song. Again vocally very Legend-esque.
From then on the album seems to slip down a couple of levels. The songs are quite mediocre and start to sound very similar.
'Worst is over' however, is a strong sista-song, encouraging one after a painful break-up. Would not be out of place on a soundtrack to a chic-flick.
Overall, it is worth the money spent, especially if you enjoyed Joss Stone and John Legend. The latter half of the album is a bit of a let-down and sound more and more like John Legend.
Might be better just to download the few songs that are actually decent.
The album starts with a bit of the positive-thinking, uplifting song that was the single 'Shine'. A lovely catchy number that you know will brighten up any monday morning.
'If tonight is my last' is a lovely ballad with a catchy tune.
'What would you do' has definite John Legend influence to it. It is musically very simple but lyrically challenges the power of professed love beautifully.
'Mmmm....' is probably my favourite song on the album. It is a slow but beautiful song, extolling the virtues of her lover, with a gospel-choir backing that give this song an ethereal dimension.
'From my heart to yours' is a lovely, upbeat and catchy tune that is just a real summer song. Again vocally very Legend-esque.
From then on the album seems to slip down a couple of levels. The songs are quite mediocre and start to sound very similar.
'Worst is over' however, is a strong sista-song, encouraging one after a painful break-up. Would not be out of place on a soundtrack to a chic-flick.
Overall, it is worth the money spent, especially if you enjoyed Joss Stone and John Legend. The latter half of the album is a bit of a let-down and sound more and more like John Legend.
Might be better just to download the few songs that are actually decent.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
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This is not usually my thing, but Izibor's voice is a delight. however, during this album you want her to cut loose and go for it. It is over-produced and the songs are all quite bland, but her voice cannot be denied. It is typical mass produced soul-less soul for a lot of the tracks, and this excellent singer is not really given the material she needs to let her voice and obvious soulfulness shine through. I would have like to hear her have material that suits her talent, rather than this insipid pulpy rubbish.
All 3 stars are for her voice and talent.
All 3 stars are for her voice and talent.
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Disappointing
I would love to just listen to this artist with nothing but her voice and a piano! Every track is completely taken over by the monotonous drumming - seems to be the same beat on... Read more
Published 7 months ago by BiddyB
Beautiful voice
I purchased this album after hearing her voice on an american television programme, she sang so beautifully. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Carla
Soulful debut album
This debut album from Laura Izibor is ok. She has a lovely soulful voice and she reminded me very much of Corrine Bailey Rae. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Harry Parsons
Yup.
There is nothing wrong with this album, apart from it's astonishing lack of ambition.
Oh, and the fact that you can sing Macy Gray's "I Try" over about half of the... Read more
Oh, and the fact that you can sing Macy Gray's "I Try" over about half of the... Read more
Published 16 months ago by C. Porter
Great debut album
I could listen to her all day - She has a bright future ahead of her. I just hope she comes back to Ireland from time to time. Love the music Laura; not the chi-ching!)
Published 17 months ago by Don Lucey
Good voice, but stronger songs needed
This striking young lady has a voice that is sultry and evocative. Unfortunately, having listened to the album several times, her songs don't quite match up. Read more
Published 20 months ago by Doktor Futtocks
Mmm...
This album is fantastic! I am guilty of hearing some of the songs a few times (on TV or elsewhere) before deciding to sample the full album. Read more
Published 24 months ago by Tara
Debut CD for Irish igenue
Debut cd for Irish songstress Laura Izibor is a pretty good outing. The Lead track 'Shine' certainly stands out as a great soulful track. Read more
Published on 24 Mar 2010 by Mr. L. Moreland
The Truth Is This Is A Great Album
This isn't my usual kind of music, but nonetheless I've been very impressed with this debut from Dublin-based soul/R&B singer Laura Izibor. Read more
Published on 10 Oct 2009 by Ben Saunders
Truth be told, Laura Izibor is great!
What a great sing-along album! Laura has an amazing soulful voice that I sing along with, kidding myself that I'm as good as she is!
Published on 2 Sep 2009 by Sarah Luther
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