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Ten seconds into this CD and I was reaching for the case to check who produced it. Trevor Horn - hardly a surprise. If yo're not familiar with the name you'll surely know the music: Seal, Frankie Goes To Hollywood and ABC are all indebted for their success. Horn's trademarks are a sense of drama and the sheer gloss that stands out so immediately. Paired with Stansfield they're an 80s A-team. But do they still have the magic touch?
"All Around The World" (1989) was Lisa's biggest hit. It revealed a rare ease of phrasing harnessed to a voice full of old school soul. Weighed down by power ballads, this album shows off little of those assets. Half an eye is surely on America, where white women and Motown rarely mix.
"Easier", the opening track, epitomises the tag 'sophisticated adult-oriented pop' which ZTT Records have coined for their offering. It could also translate as 'assured but uninspired'. The first single, "Treat Me Like A Woman", comes next and is a more feisty affair, full of texture and whit. Sadly, its momentum is squandered all too soon by more 'sophisticated' stuff.
There's a taste of Stansfield at her best on "If I Hadn't Got You", written by Chris Bradie and Chris Difford. Ironically, it's the least ambitious track, content with a pleasant groove that allows Lisa to relax. "Takes a Woman to Know", which rounds things off, is an outstanding piece of production, but once again it pushes Stansfield into being prematurelygrown up.
The Moment has got class but lacks creative direction - an accurate reflection on the pair responsible. --Antony Hatfield
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
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I don't think I can add much to the other reviewers, except an apology to Lisa. You could say I grew up with her music but haven't listened to her for awhile. I knew this album was around but kept putting off buying it, wondering if I would still enjoy her music the way I once had. All I can say is I regret having waited so long. Her voice is as superb as always and this is a good collection of tracks that test her range. If you like Lisa, you're bound to like this. And track two, 'Treat me like a woman', is bound to put a smile on every woman's face.
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
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I`ve counted the days: release of this album. And promised my brother everything for sending it to Germany.And it was worth it - every single day. The music, arrangement & the lyrics - TOP!Lisa is still "the right thing". Every track is so heart-warming-sung and special that it`s impossible to choose only one favourite. I love: "He touches me" `cause it reminds me of my boyfriend:-))
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
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The combination of Lisa and Trevor Horn is sensational. I wouldn't have thought she could better anything she's done before but this is it. The quality of production with Lisa's voice is wonderful. Even for those who aren't fans would be converted listening to this album. However, I am amased that it hasn't been given more air-time here in the UK. I can't stop playing it. Look forward to seeing her perform it live.
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Lisa Stansfield The Moment
What can i say ...This is an absolutely brilliant album..but then you always get quality from Lisa...I love this music and the lyrics are so real... Read more
Published 18 months ago by J. E. Newbold
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This album is simply awesome! By far the best album from Lisa. Most reviewers have stated their views on here and I tend to agree with them! Read more
Published on 18 Jan 2010 by I. Wilson
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Lisa is fantastic. I have seen her in concert I have all her CD's and wish she was more prolific in the amount of Cd's lately.
I' m 67 incidentally.
I' m 67 incidentally.
Published on 22 April 2008 by soulman
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Anyone who likes great pop/soul music will love this CD. I have just purchesed it and it really is a great CD. Lisas vocals are fantastic. Read more
Published on 29 Mar 2007 by D. T. Bishop
probably the best lisa stansfield album yet!!!
Lisas 2nd album is one of my all time favourite albums of all time..after that i thought they where a bit hit and miss..more miss than hit!! Read more
Published on 1 Mar 2007 by Mr. Nathan Armstrong
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I have never been a Lisa Stansfield fan and never really liked her style but this CD changed my mind. Read more
Published on 13 July 2006 by Dodgy
volatile and intoxicating new release
Lisa is gambling these days: new producer (the best in biz-Trevor Horn), new label (Ztt, divorcee of Warner Music and an avenue to said Mr. Read more
Published on 4 Nov 2004 by T. Norton
What a voice!
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This is AMAZING!!!
I have been a fan of Lisa's for years. I tend to like the CD's that may have not been the most popular ones. Read more
Published on 17 Oct 2004 by R. Madlem
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