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Turnaround is the album that many people thought Westlife wouldn't be around to make, especially as the Irish quintet are getting older while pop is getting younger. Turnaround is, however, a turnaround--upbeat and high octane, with the kind of slick, funky production that showcases their ability to be diverse.
A rousing version of Barry Manilow's "Mandy" starts things off, and it's one of the best songs of their careers, largely because it's not a typically sappy Westlife ballad--the type of muddy, gutter slush they've regularly churned out over the years. "Hey Whatever" follows this up with equal effect--a risky single that almost paid off. So far, so interesting. Then we're back in the dirty snow, with the knowingly titled "Obvious" and "Heal"--both substandard pop fare. Sinead Quinn has had better songs written for her.
"Thank You" is the album's standout (ill-judged scratching aside)--a half Bon Jovi, half "World of Our Own" belter that also cements the fundamental paradox of Westlife. When they're not doing ballads, Westlife can be a fantastic pop group. However, they've been polarised by the (generally very good) balladry that made them in the first place, which now holds them back. Here they've made another effort to shake that off, but it's only half-hearted. Hopefully, they'll get the chance to try again. --Cortman Virtue
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The biggest ever pop act in the UK return with their fifth album called Turnaround. The title Westlife chose is lost on us because this seems like more of the same from the puppy-dog-eyed five piece.
The no-risk chart-topper "Mandy" kicks off proceedings. The song first hit the charts, as "Brandy", 32 years ago before Barry Manilow renamed it "Mandy" and took it to No. 11 in 1975.
The rest of the album is generally full of similarly down-tempo croon-fests. Thankfully, the balladeering is interspersed with upbeat tracks like "Hey Whatever", "Turn Around" and "Thank You" - just in case you feel like nodding off. Now we like a decent ballad as much as the next popster, but it seems like these songs have been around in one form or another over the last couple of albums.
For example the band put a twist on the old classic "When A Man Loves A Woman" by reversioning the song, getting some new lyricsand calling it "When A Woman Loves A Man". And there's a cover of the Mr Big favourite "To Be With You".
So, if the fact that the best songs here are other people's doesn't put you off ("Mandy", "To Be With You"), then you're probably going to find something you like. Meanwhile, we're with Simon Cowell on this one. Average.
Review courtesy of TOTP --Jack Smith
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50 of 54 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
wicked album,
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the most mature of the westlife albums and according to the bryan from the band, this is the "make or break" album. in my opinion its the best yet from what ive heard. my favourite song on the album is the beautiful song 'obvious'. shane on the lead but also kian takes part of the bridge i think and it shows of his voice beautifully.
16 of 17 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
They best yet from westlife!,
This review is from: Turnaround (Audio CD)
Easily the best of the westlife albums! my favourite on the album is the song 'obvious'. it describes my life totally! but anyway heres a track by track description to show you why you HAVE to buy this album!1. Mandy - Barry Manilow classic, but the lads do a good job! shane sounds great as usual but not much different to the original. 2. Hey Whatever - everyone knows it, feel good track, but not one of my faves. 3. Heal - a great up tempo track and it sounds even better after the key change near the end!also starts with kian which makes a change! also has nicky singing later!great song! 4. Obvious - My favourite on the album. basically about liking someone, making it obvious but the other person not realising! story of my life! "you don't ever notice me turning on my charm, I wonder why I'm always where you are." Great! 5. When a Woman Loves A Man - Massive power ballad. Very catchy and meaningful. Bryans voice sounds great on the second verse. 6. On My Shoulder - personally a bit bland. Nice sounding piano but a bit like westlife on the second album. a bit 'so what!' but still good. 7. Turn Around - Title track. a BIG shock! very upbeat and a bit weird...but good weird! got weird noises goin on in the background, but the chorus is really catchy! Would get you on the dance floor no doubt! 8. I Did It For You - Another power ballad, what this band do best. I really like this. Lyrics are beautiful. 9. Thank You - Now THIS song i LOVE! second favourite on the album! its upbeat, bubbly and you can't help but sing along! If you liked 'World of Our Own', you will LOVE this! trust me! shane brings out his rocky voice and sounds great! 10. To Be With You - A cover, but done so much better! it's got an edge I've wanted to hear from westlife for so long! 11. Home - A ballad, but done really well. Definitely not an album filler.. it's genuinely a great song. You could fall asleep to this song no problem.. but not coz its boring! 12. Lost In You - Reminded me of 'more than words' from the first album. It's great! good acoustic feel to it. 'Heaven knows, I'm head over heals and it shows.' Surprisingly a feel good song! 13.What Do They Know? - An amazing end to an amazing album. The bridge is the best bit, sung in a way only shane can; 'How can you understand a love so strong, When you've never shared that with someone...' I love that line. You HAVE to buy this album to appreciate how good it is! Happy Listening!
41 of 45 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
What a lovely album to listen to!,
This review is from: Turnaround (Audio CD)
I recently heard this album in another country and i have to admit that all of the songs are fabulous. I'm still not too sure of Hey Whatever but I'll get over that. I must say what a lovely rendition of Mandy they done. Of course nothing will better Barry Manilows version but still Westlife did this song justice. Also, the song To Be With You originally recorded by Mr. Big is a lovely song to sit and listen to. Also, the title track Turnaround is fabulous. I must say this album is their best by far! Well done guys, you've done yourselves justice and sound is of a more mature sound. Compared to the last 4 albums, this one is defintely more aimed at older audiences like myself.
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