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The Spirit Indestructible is the fifth album from Canadian multi-platinum singer and songwriter Nelly Furtado. Furtado co-wrote each song on the album, which, in keeping with her musically eclectic nature, finds her working with an array of collaborators from across the musical spectrum, including hip-hop songwriter-producer Salaam Remi (Furtado’s "The Night is Young", Nas), pop songwriter-producer Rodney Jerkins (Michael Jackson, Beyonce and Lady Gaga), veteran metal producer Bob Rock (Metallica), Dutch DJ and EDM producer Tiesto, rock songwriter and producer John Shanks, and Jamaican reggae producer Da Genius.
This deluxe version of the album features several bonus tracks, including Furtado’s collaborations with Fraser T. Smith (Adele), producer and Passion Pit lead singer Mike Angelakos, and a track featuring the Kenyan Boys Choir that Furtado produced herself.
This deluxe version of the album features several bonus tracks, including Furtado’s collaborations with Fraser T. Smith (Adele), producer and Passion Pit lead singer Mike Angelakos, and a track featuring the Kenyan Boys Choir that Furtado produced herself.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
I was browsing the web when I came across an ad for The Spirit Indestructible, and having been unaware the album was out I gave it a listen. From then on I've been listening to it constantly. I was completely shocked to read that sales of this album are extremely low in the UK and the US, and it's being written off as a failure. It most certainly isn't. Someday people are going to discover this album like I have and ask themselves, "How could I have missed this?"
Rhythm and haunting washes of synths, backed with complex, desolate background arrangements, and Furtado's unshowy, expressive vocals, make these tracks into a cohesive, whole album, not just a collection of random single tracks by a multitude of producing teams. I'm thinking particularly of the chants on Big Hoops and the introductory clarion call of Believers (Arab Spring) as two of my personal favourites. The songs that don't make an immediate impression on first listen have grown on me, which is always a good sign - I love music that reveals itself over repeated listens. The additional CD of the deluxe edition is also a great EP that has its own identity.
Critics of the album have criticized its "dated" production - well, I have to disagree. The compressed in-your-face production style beloved by Katy Perry, Pink, etc, may be selling well right now, but the sounds Rodney "Darkchild" Jerkins and, on other tracks, Salaam Remi have come up with for Furtado are distinctive and lot more fun to listen to. The album is sonically interesting, it has highs and lows, quiet songs that cast their spell slowly, dance tracks that groove in unexpected unique ways. Nelly, I wasn't really a fan before now, but you've won me over with your spirit.
Rhythm and haunting washes of synths, backed with complex, desolate background arrangements, and Furtado's unshowy, expressive vocals, make these tracks into a cohesive, whole album, not just a collection of random single tracks by a multitude of producing teams. I'm thinking particularly of the chants on Big Hoops and the introductory clarion call of Believers (Arab Spring) as two of my personal favourites. The songs that don't make an immediate impression on first listen have grown on me, which is always a good sign - I love music that reveals itself over repeated listens. The additional CD of the deluxe edition is also a great EP that has its own identity.
Critics of the album have criticized its "dated" production - well, I have to disagree. The compressed in-your-face production style beloved by Katy Perry, Pink, etc, may be selling well right now, but the sounds Rodney "Darkchild" Jerkins and, on other tracks, Salaam Remi have come up with for Furtado are distinctive and lot more fun to listen to. The album is sonically interesting, it has highs and lows, quiet songs that cast their spell slowly, dance tracks that groove in unexpected unique ways. Nelly, I wasn't really a fan before now, but you've won me over with your spirit.
8 of 9 people found the following review helpful
By Wanderluster
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
I've never been a diehard Nelly Furtado fan, but this album blew me away. It's got the kind of tunes you'd love to hear in a club but also aren't too trancy to play in the morning while you're getting ready for work. There is a enough variation from one song to the next to make the album playable all the way through without getting boring, which is usually the issue I have with this genre. If you only download one song, make it Waiting for the Night.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By S. Harrison
Format:Audio CD
I've lover her since she released her first single. Admittedly, I wasn't overly keen on her debut but loved Folklore - such a beautiful and organic sounding album. Then came the commercial Loose which was packed with hits and brought the recognition she deserved. This album, takes the energy of Loose and the authentic of Loose and produces something magnificent.
When I first played the album I didn't take to the mixture of sounds, but after playing it throughout I came to love it. The album starts with big beat let numbers like the infectious title track and follows on with tracks like Parking Lot, which combines an infectious melody with pounding beats. High Life is a personal highlight and would of served a better lead single rather than the sometimes annoying Big Hoops. The album then takes a turn with more mid-tempo songs such as Bucket List and Miracles and then features some darker songs such as Enemy. The standard album ends on a high with Believers which is catchy and sounds like an already established anthem. But, if you're gonna buy the album pay the extra and get the deluxe version as some of the best songs, like End of the World are featured. Another personal favourite.
All in all its a solid album well worth 5 stars. Just a shame the album didn't match up to its more commercial predecessor as it is a more superior and mature album.
Buy it, you won't be disappointed.
When I first played the album I didn't take to the mixture of sounds, but after playing it throughout I came to love it. The album starts with big beat let numbers like the infectious title track and follows on with tracks like Parking Lot, which combines an infectious melody with pounding beats. High Life is a personal highlight and would of served a better lead single rather than the sometimes annoying Big Hoops. The album then takes a turn with more mid-tempo songs such as Bucket List and Miracles and then features some darker songs such as Enemy. The standard album ends on a high with Believers which is catchy and sounds like an already established anthem. But, if you're gonna buy the album pay the extra and get the deluxe version as some of the best songs, like End of the World are featured. Another personal favourite.
All in all its a solid album well worth 5 stars. Just a shame the album didn't match up to its more commercial predecessor as it is a more superior and mature album.
Buy it, you won't be disappointed.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
A great album, Nelly is wicked that is for sure.
A great album, Nelly is wicked that is for sure. I thought this album had something for all, great vibes, great songs, nice voice and above all a nice mix of songs which is lacking... Read more
Published 27 days ago by Marty
5.0 out of 5 stars
Wow this is just so cool!
I received the new Nelly Furtado album in the post from Amazon today. From the moment the album started I was completely hooked! Read more
Published 6 months ago by Lamorizienne
5.0 out of 5 stars
is it worth buying the deluxe 2 cd edition...Definately!!!
the long awaited new album.
released on a regular cd (which i will review seperately) this is to let you know that if you buy the 2 cd edition you will not be... Read more
released on a regular cd (which i will review seperately) this is to let you know that if you buy the 2 cd edition you will not be... Read more
Published 6 months ago by Mr. Nathan Armstrong
3.0 out of 5 stars
Nelly's Spirit!
I have long been a fan of Nelly Furtado. From the very start I thought she was unique and refreshingly different. Read more
Published 7 months ago by REDCHOPS
5.0 out of 5 stars
Better then Loose
Like all albums, it takes a few listens to like it or not
Not as edgy as Loose but there are alot of good tracks on the album,
Nelly has produced yet another great album
Not as edgy as Loose but there are alot of good tracks on the album,
Nelly has produced yet another great album
Published 7 months ago by Kittycat
5.0 out of 5 stars
Another excellent Nelly album
Nelly Furtado hasn't really done anything "big" since her 'Loose' album back in 2007. Sure, she did a few releases (Mi Plan, The Best Of Nelly Furtado (or something)), but those... Read more
Published 7 months ago by DDGH
5.0 out of 5 stars
EPIC
Nelly Furtado is always doing something different, this time she focuses on the lyrics and shows that you don't need to work with generic producers and write party songs to make an... Read more
Published 7 months ago by Lazarus
5.0 out of 5 stars
WO NELLY DOES IT AGAIN,YET ANOTHER GREAT ALBUM ONCE AGAIN.LOVE HER...
As a big Nelly Furtado fan from the start of her music career,i have always loved nellys unique & cool style,she always produces amazing unique songs. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Mr. A. Robinson
4.0 out of 5 stars
Should be a no.1 but will prob sink without a trace
I was so worried Nelly was going to come back with a dance record, just like everyone else has. Even Hip Hop and RnB artists are using dance as a way to guarantee a sure-fire... Read more
Published 8 months ago by Mr Nice Guy
5.0 out of 5 stars
Another great album from Nelly
I've been a fan of Nelly since Whoa, Nelly! and although I preferred her older albums to her more recent, I love The Spirit Indestructible! Read more
Published 8 months ago by Mrs. V. Quinn
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