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~ Sarah McLachlan
4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (35 customer reviews)
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  • Audio CD
  • Number of Discs: 1
  • Format: Enhanced
  • Label: Arista
  • ASIN: B00015VV0W
  • Other Editions: Audio CD  |  Vinyl  |  MP3 Download
  • Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (35 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 3,296 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

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Amazon.co.uk Review
Is Sarah McLachlan a secret punk rocker? To be sure, her rebellion is hushed. On Afterglow, her first studio album since 1997's Surfacing, McLachlan's music is as tempered as ever; at times, even the piano chords at the heart of the sound are tucked neatly beneath layer upon layer of strings and overdubbed voices. Listen to what's being sung within this soothing aural bed, though, and hear the just-before-sleep murmurings of the quietest riot grrl: "I'm a train wreck waiting to happen... a wildfire born of frustration", "How stupid could I be... you're no good for me, but you're the only one I see", "I have to push just to see how far you'll go". The latter song ("Push") resolves itself with the assurance "You complete me". Ultimately, McLachlan fans will be comforted again by what turns out to be her reliably untroubled aesthetic. --Rickey Wright

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Fifth studio album and first in six years from Canadian folk-pop singer who has never really caught on in Europe despite being a multi-platinum superstar in North America. Sticks in much the same vein as its 1997 predecessor 'Surfacing', with classic singer-songwriter motifs, folk instrumentation, tuneful melodies, atmospheric synths and slick pop production from her longtime associate Pierre Marchand.

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19 of 19 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Can't wait for it live!, 9 Nov 2004
This album is quite simply fantastic.. It takes a couple of listens as its definitely mellowed from previous work.. I think Sarah's become yet more introspective since a few more major life changes came along in the birth of her daughter and death of her mother... That said its a GREAT album. Fallen is superb, and if you havent seen it yet the video for world on fire is superb (just like the song). Stupid is the only real rock song on the album and is fantastic, and the album continues in a folksy, jazzy, light rocky sorta way through other standout tracks such as the haunting "Answer" and lovely ballads drifitng, and train wreck... All in all a great if as always too short album from the Divine Mrs M....

Oh on another note I just read a review (the only one of it's kind) that claimed not to like FTE, and if they happen to read back please please please get mirrorball.. I agree FTE was overproduced and sounds a little bit dated now even possibly due to the very gothic orchestration... However if you listen to the greatest hits tour "Mirrorball" or indeed the soon to be released (and i can't wait) Afterglow Live, then I guarantee you will love the up to date versions of tracks such as fear, ice cream, the awesome hold on and possibly my favourite elsewhere (which is on the fantastic dvd version).. The live versions are really completely different from the album and show what a difference there is when she performs live..

I saw the afterglow tour a couple of weeks ago and I have to admit was absolutely blown away. I knew she was fantastic as I had the dvd's, but had no idea how good she really would sound. Her voice was amazing, note perfect, and one particular note she held for topping 30 seconds on a song called witness, was truly one of those moments that make you glad to be alive.. Her band were spectacular, but naturally she stole a remarkable show, I can't wait till she returns...

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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Stll glowing, 29 Jun 2005
I first came across Sarah McLachlan's vocal prowess on the haunting track 'Silence' by Delerium - if you're unfamiliar with that then it is well worth tracking down and listening to. I then saw he live on Jonathan Ross last year and decided that she was an artiste worth investigating.

This is the first CD of hers that I have bought - and I have found it an enchanting, haunting and extremely well crafted album. McLachlan quite simply has a beautiful voice and writes intelligent and poignant lyrics - and this album displays her vocals at their best. It demands to be listened to, and is definitely not background music for dinner parties as many might describe Nora Jones and Dido. The opening track 'Fallen' sets the standard for the album, and other high spots include 'Train Wreck' and 'Answer' - but the other 7 tracks paint a vivid picture and use the full pallet of McLachlan's rich voice. Buy it - you won't be diappointed!

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19 of 20 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Fallen? I dont think so!, 15 Feb 2004
This review is from: Afterglow (Audio CD)
Funnily enough, 'Afterglow's release seems to have finally been recognised in the UK. The Observer Music magazine, I was horrified to discover, have labelled Sarah as 'an American-Dido-rip-off. Those who know Sarah's previous music too, will know the pain when some random reviewer leafs through her album and declares it 'been-done'. I myself has to retrain from throttleing the reporter who wrote such a review. I absoulutely love Sarah McLachlan's music. It is like a good friend. Its warm, comforting, its helps you find things in yourself that you had no idea were there, but mostly, it buries intop your music taste and has a knack of staying there. To describe Sarah's music as 'Chillout' would be quite close, but the word itself seems too cheapen her music, pulling veil over it before people can really listen to it without prejudice for Dido. Hear this now - Sarah has been around a hell of a lot longer than Miss Armstrong. Don't get me wrong, Didos great, but thinking about it, Sarah's last materpiece of an album, 'Surfacing' was out at least two years before Dido made her debut.
Right, first things first - no one truthfully expecting 'Afterglow' to triumph over 'Surfacing' (did they? truthfully?) And although 'Afterglow' does not quite reach Surfacing's abominable heights, it is certainly worth having a listen to.
The album opens with the amzing 'Fallen' a great, hearty song which emphasizes Sarah's voice, to show off its beautiful harmonies, and I believe the track to be built on this one's strength. It possesses all the wistfulness of 'Building a Mystery' while holding its own. The next track 'World On Fire' was written by Sarah and manager Pierre Marchand more recently than others, and though the lyrics are awesome, I was somewhat thrown by the airy-fairy tune. It nice, but a bit whispery. Thirdly comes a sort of rocky, orchestral tune - Stupid. Its another highlight on the album. Following this is a stringy, enjoyable, slightly jazzy track called 'Drifting'. Its a great Chillout one. Another strength on the album. After Drifting comes the nice-but-a-bit-boring 'Train Wreck' which is probably the weakest track. Its just my opinion, but I think its not good enough for Sarah really.
The second half of the album, I feel, is really the best. 'Push' just rocks. Strong lyric writing needs no justification. 'Answer' is my absoulute favourite. I love it. Its so atmospheric, so pure, its quite beutiful. 'Time' is a classic. Its classy, and again, the lyrical talent really shows here. 'Perfect Girl' is another of the album highlights. It opens with a sort of exotic choir, and follows the piano based beat of an amzing song. -Dirty Little Secret closes the album, and leaves you gagging for more. Thats when you press play and play it all over again. Im only going to say this once: 'Buy It.'
Thank you.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Like an old friend
The strangest thing about some of the songs on the album is you become surprised that Sarah has not already released some of them before on previous albums. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Lateau

1.0 out of 5 stars Copy Protection - Beware
This is a protected CD. So I cannot copy it onto my ipod. Very disappointing indeed.
Published 7 months ago by Jim Kennedy

5.0 out of 5 stars Quite Simply, Her Best
I came across Sarah after hearing the stunning 'Full of Grace' on Buffy. That song is beautiful, and I loved it so much I tracked down the rest of her work to find something as... Read more
Published 15 months ago by Cloudfish

5.0 out of 5 stars phill"the newdanger" i salute you!!!
well i was going to review this album! its beautiful! its amazing! its an album you wont forget!

please see phill"thenewdangersreview" which is spot on and i will... Read more
Published 24 months ago by Mr. Nathan Armstrong

5.0 out of 5 stars difficult, this one

This CD got mixed reviews. Some say good, some say not so. I do agree with those who say the tunes in 'Afterglow' are "remakes" of her old songs. Read more
Published on 21 Feb 2007 by Hiro

5.0 out of 5 stars Bask In The Beautiful Afterglow
Like Tori Amos,Kate Bush,Bjork,PJ Harvey and Joni Mitchell; Sarah McLachlan is one of those fantastic singer songwriters who speaks to your heart and draws you in with an honesty... Read more
Published on 22 Jan 2007 by Phill

1.0 out of 5 stars End of the road
There are some "serious" recording artists that have become very successful with suspiciously little talent for either songwriting or singing. Read more
Published on 21 Oct 2005 by pseudopanax

4.0 out of 5 stars Afterglow after RAH
I bought this album some months ago and was not immediately impressed. It seemed too quiet and lacking in passion. It didn't have the impact of Surfacing or Fumbling. Read more
Published on 5 Nov 2004 by PDS

1.0 out of 5 stars WARNING - CD may not play
This is a copy protected CD and if you try and play it on a PC it wants to update unspecified files. Read more
Published on 22 Jul 2004 by Jeremy Swift

3.0 out of 5 stars It's good, but listen to what you missed.......
Every one of Sarah's previous 4 studio albums has offered something different and new. Indeed, 1993's 'Fumbling Towards Ecstasy' and 1997's 'Surfacing' are nothing short of... Read more
Published on 22 Jun 2004 by Jimbo

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