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VV Brown bears all the hallmarks of your standard one hit wonder. The frenzied hysteria of "Crying Blood"--essentially a thoroughly modern makeover for "Monster Mash"--made an arresting impression at impact, sirens blazing in a heavy handed raid on the '50s. As singles go, it’s probably one of 2009’s best and set an unbearably high benchmark for the album. The surprise then is how watertight the remaining 11 tracks on Travelling Like The Light are. There’s the hint of a doo-wop revival (see also "Leave!" and "L.O.V.E") and an R&B underlay, though it doesn’t necessarily follow that it’s got much soul to speak of; she’s no threat to the likes of Amy Winehouse or Adele, or even Lily Allen, for instance. That matters not though as this album’s intentions are direct and remain fiercely on target. "Quick Fix" (which is about right) opens the album and ushers you to the dance floor in much the same way the B52s' classic "Love Shack" still does, by essentially stealing its drums. But it’s also much more up to date than that and "Crying Blood" suggest. The strummed sweetness of "Shark In The Water" and rigorous strike-a-pose pop of "Game On" compete on an even high-production playing field with the likes of Katy Perry and Pink and ensure we’ll have to count to two, if not much higher, before the year's out. --James Berry
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Saw V.V. Brown on BBC2, Later with Jools Holland & liked her. Delighted to see her live at Glastonbury 09 & realised she is more than a two song wonder. There are so many female vocalists around, some far to affected & synthetic for my liking, but I love the quirky approach of V.V. Brown & the album is fun & refreshing, even when dealing with tough aspects of life & her experiences. I was even more impressed to hear V.V. participated in Oxjam in South London.
Her music is enjoyable, fun & engaging, her personal style is funky & individual & this is a young musician who deserves recognition & support. Buy the album (a bargain on Amazon, via Indigo Starfish, who as ever were reliable)& support a genuine & authentic artist & not just another TV manufactured pop outfit.
Yasmin
Her music is enjoyable, fun & engaging, her personal style is funky & individual & this is a young musician who deserves recognition & support. Buy the album (a bargain on Amazon, via Indigo Starfish, who as ever were reliable)& support a genuine & authentic artist & not just another TV manufactured pop outfit.
Yasmin
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
currently on repeat on my ipod....and staying there for the next long while i expect. i love this CD.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
From the moment i heard this women on LATER... WITH JOOLS HOLLAND i just had to hear more,she got my interest and i had to track down the album. From the opening track this album grabs your attention and doesn't let it go. How she isn't a really big star is beyond me.
Every track is well worth including on the album,even the slower ones belong,giving you time for a breather,before once again,we go speeding along. There's a bit of soul,a bit of pop,a bit of several things going on really. A great voice,good to brilliant tracks and better than i dared even hope. I look forward to her follow up,which if anything like this will be an album to play for many years without getting bored. It has to be said,V V BROWN is V V good.
Every track is well worth including on the album,even the slower ones belong,giving you time for a breather,before once again,we go speeding along. There's a bit of soul,a bit of pop,a bit of several things going on really. A great voice,good to brilliant tracks and better than i dared even hope. I look forward to her follow up,which if anything like this will be an album to play for many years without getting bored. It has to be said,V V BROWN is V V good.
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Inspired brilliance
If you are feeling morose or fed up, just put this album on. Not only will it bring a smile to your face, you will certainly want to start dancing. Read more
Published 1 month ago by The Inspired One
varied and enjoyable music
i bought this album after i had heard the track "travelling like the light" on the t.v advert- b.t i think. Read more
Published 6 months ago by harriett durrance
Great album
I bought this album after seeing V V Brown supporting Pink in June. Really enjoyed her live and the album doesn't disappoint. Read more
Published 22 months ago by C. O'HARA
V V Brown
Saw her as a support act at Pink's Hampden concert and thought she was great, and the album doen't disappoint! Look forward to hearing more of her
Published 22 months ago by Ms. L. Macleod
Great CD
This CD is one of the best i've bought in a while and was delivered on time.
Published 22 months ago by Leah
And the studio audience said...
A while back, I interviewed Luton's own D&B producer/DJ Blame and we touched on some of the work he did with London based VV Brown prior to the release of her album in July. Read more
Published on 4 Sep 2009 by Mr. L. Hall
V.V. Brown - Catchy Album after a few listens...
I first heard V.V. Brown on the Tv on "4Music" and I couldn't wait for the Single! Shark in the water "Loved it" then went rushing to HMV to buy her Album! Read more
Published on 29 Aug 2009 by Mapoo
good easy listening
Enjoyed the whole album.Great voice, easy to listen to and good range of song types. Would recommend.
Published on 16 Aug 2009 by SixNationsFan
Fizz
A stimulating and somewhat humorously accentuated eclectic mix of retro genres. I will await her maturing as writer/producer, though she has done a pretty nice job on this first... Read more
Published on 15 Aug 2009 by Mr. N. Jackson
Awesome
Awesome songs and great voice - a perfect summer '09 release.
Definitely recommended!
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Definitely recommended!
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Published on 4 Aug 2009 by Mark
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