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Katie Melua’s long awaited second album, Piece By Piece, is released nearly two years after the debut of her multi-platinum selling album, Call Off The Search. Piece By Piece demonstrates Katie’s significant growth as an artist, containing a larger percentage of self-penned songs than her first album.
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14 of 15 people found the following review helpful
By MKJ
Format:Audio CD
What a wonderful, wonderful talent. This beautiful girl has a fantastic, dreamy voice and this album really does her justice. The CD/DVD "special edition" gives some extra features, but it is the music, and the voice, that enthralls.
16 of 19 people found the following review helpful
By gnagfloW
Format:Audio CD
Melua is not unlike Norah Jones; a jazzy feel is throughout the set. This album is more pop music oriented than her previous set, Call of the Search. Personally I feel this is a better album, the arrangements are tighter and here we have stronger melodies.
There are no stinkers on this album. Nine Million Bicycles has already been a deserved huge hit world wide with its mystic oriental sound (and a fine accompanying video). The re-make of the Cure's Just like Heaven is a fantastic version that has been a big radio hit in my neck of the woods. Instead of the synthesizers Katie provides a simple arrangement with a guitar in the foreground and soft singing. I like this version even better than the original one which still has aged remarkably well. The third minor hit of the album is Spider's Web which boasts lyrics worth taking note of and a tight production. I saw this track live on TV, that version was more energetic and even better. The musicians on this album, by the way, are top performers and one can really tell. The title track is also a grower, which showcases how Katie can handle well delicate singing.
Piece By Piece is an easy sounding album with high standards. It is not groundbreaking but it is immaculately done and yet full of life. I recommend it.
There are no stinkers on this album. Nine Million Bicycles has already been a deserved huge hit world wide with its mystic oriental sound (and a fine accompanying video). The re-make of the Cure's Just like Heaven is a fantastic version that has been a big radio hit in my neck of the woods. Instead of the synthesizers Katie provides a simple arrangement with a guitar in the foreground and soft singing. I like this version even better than the original one which still has aged remarkably well. The third minor hit of the album is Spider's Web which boasts lyrics worth taking note of and a tight production. I saw this track live on TV, that version was more energetic and even better. The musicians on this album, by the way, are top performers and one can really tell. The title track is also a grower, which showcases how Katie can handle well delicate singing.
Piece By Piece is an easy sounding album with high standards. It is not groundbreaking but it is immaculately done and yet full of life. I recommend it.
25 of 30 people found the following review helpful
By AntiqueMan
Format:Audio CD
Along with Call Off The Search, I can say that if I was stranded on desert island and could have only 10 CDs, Piece By Piece would most assuredly be one of them. Every song is beautifully interpreted by this angelic songbird's ethereal, passionate and slightly melancholic bluesy voice. If you crave real talent and are just as displeased with the current state of the musical culture as I am, call off your search and rush to by this truly magical second album by the one and only Katie Melua. I daresay you will spend your entertainment money much wiser than this.
Melua is maturing as an artist and exploring the full range of her talent with this successful second album. Rather than dissect and deconstruct this song by song, I would recommend just enjoying and savoring each song for what it is. They all possess a unique quality that I trust will reach you on the deepest emotional level. Enjoy. I give this 5 stars without hesitation. I honestly feel blessed to be on the receiving end. One could only hope this is but a second chapter in a wonderful and rewarding career for Katie Melua.
Melua is maturing as an artist and exploring the full range of her talent with this successful second album. Rather than dissect and deconstruct this song by song, I would recommend just enjoying and savoring each song for what it is. They all possess a unique quality that I trust will reach you on the deepest emotional level. Enjoy. I give this 5 stars without hesitation. I honestly feel blessed to be on the receiving end. One could only hope this is but a second chapter in a wonderful and rewarding career for Katie Melua.
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3.0 out of 5 stars
One or two pieces of excellence...
Piece by piece is a perfectly listenable to album of lounge music. Having been reminded of how good she can be set about finding a copy of her greatest hits - which I got for £2 on... Read more
Published 1 day ago by The MK Lightning
3.0 out of 5 stars
Listened to a handful of times
I have only listened to this a handful of times, despite loving the album on first hearing. Maybe I will enjoy it again one day. For now it remains on the shelf.
Published 20 days ago by Victoria Bexley
1.0 out of 5 stars
Poor
One good track. Don't bother. Poor value. One good track. Don't bother. Poor value. One good track. Don't bother. One good track. Don't bother. One good track. Don't bother. Read more
Published 1 month ago by paul speight
5.0 out of 5 stars
Relax and enjoy
This by far an outstanding list of songs from Katie, so enjoyable it's on all of the time, or I should say most of the time.
Published 2 months ago by BerniH
5.0 out of 5 stars
Beautiful singer, beautiful songs
Really love Katie Melua's music - have several CDs already and still enjoy this one a lot. Played frequently -good range of songs and easy listening.
Published 2 months ago by I. Hume
5.0 out of 5 stars
Wooo!
Who doesn't love her voice?! Track 2 is a definite winner.
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Published 2 months ago by George
5.0 out of 5 stars
FAB
Great album full of wonderful songs that are just perfect for relaxing and chilling a fantastic addition to any music collection
Published 5 months ago by Minxette
4.0 out of 5 stars
Voce e occhi d'angelo
Una compilation di brani eseguiti con grande capacità canora (che cala un po' dal vivo, come si può ascoltare nel dvd allegato), ed un sound decisamente accattivante,... Read more
Published 7 months ago by Luca V.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Good
This is album is awesome. You will not be disappointed. Every song is superb!! Go on buy it!! What your ears were designed for!!
Published 11 months ago by SLASH
5.0 out of 5 stars
Stunning
What a great talent this young lady has; a superb voice and a way of singing that brings out the full emotion of the words. Read more
Published 11 months ago by Mole
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