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| 1. They | 3:15 | Not Available | ||
| 2. Come On Closer | 3:46 | Not Available | ||
| 3. Finally Woken | 3:58 | Not Available | ||
| 4. Save Me | 3:33 | Not Available | ||
| 5. 24 | 3:54 | Not Available | ||
| 6. Missing You | 4:01 | Not Available | ||
| 7. Wish I | 3:56 | Not Available | ||
| 8. Just A Ride | 3:20 | Not Available | ||
| 9. Falling For You | 4:17 | Not Available | ||
| 10. Stay Now | 3:43 | Not Available | ||
| 11. Flying High | 4:08 | Not Available |
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30 of 30 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
This is my first review, and I'm mostly doing it for Miss Gemma Griffiths, aka Jem. I want to get some word out on her behalf, because this is a solid debut album.
I read a review that said this music is "trip-pop," and while I hate stereotypical categories, I am going to have to agree. I am also going to say that Jem will not be able to avoid comparisons to Dido. These two do sound quite similar, athough I find Jem much more palatable for my electronica/alternative tastes.
Jem's voice is so smooth, even ethereal at times, that she could easily be fronting the helm of trip-hop acts like Morcheeba or Massive Attack. The music itself, including the lyrics, is very uptempo and poppy, and I could easily see her being the next big pop star if this had been produced by the Matrix or whoever crappy pop producer is hot these days. There are electronic blips throughout. The beat often has a real hip-hop vibe to it.
"Come On Closer" has a dark string sample and heavy bassline to accompany a backbeat that I've heard in a Cypress Hill song, before the grimy guitar jars in on the chorus. "They," the first single, features a somewhat eerie choral sample throughout the track, providing an interesting backdrop when the drum machine shuffles a quickening beat. "Save Me" uses a reggae-esque guitar and beat over Jem's wailing vocals and beautiful harmonies. These three songs are the ones that stuck with me after only two listens.
I urge you to give Jem a chance if you are a fan of interesting new music. This CD sounds like one that will be good for pumping this Summer.
75 of 87 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Just as Kate Bush did in early rock and Bjork remains a master of, many artists are branching out with a common rock and roll root: To break of all tradition and not be afraid of experimenting, for it is the essence of modern art.
Back in the ninties when artists such as Enya and Yanni offered calming approaches that are nowhere near classical music, they all got crammed into the now-fizzled out category New Age, for the lack of a category one was made to accomodate the 'others.' However, after the gushing of many such artists from Air to Tori Amos, music fans started to notice that this upheaval of new sounds is only the byproduct of the rebeliousness that is rock and pop.
Jem, an up-and-coming modern pop artist, has delivered an EP earlier titled It All Starts Here that showcased far less than what her complete effort, Finally Woken, does. This debut from the Welsh artist, is of no category but borrows heavily from popular genres. A tribute to folk on the lullaby "Flying High" and trip-hop on "Come On Closer." Jem also plays with urban beats with "They" and the reggae-tinted "Save Me."
The fusion of genres is so unique that one song, "24," starts out borrowing from Ani DiFranco strummings then meandering into heavy theatrical instrumentation and then, all of a sudden, right before the chorus sharp guitars bring in edgy rock. All without sounding a tad bit overboard.
Of course Jem's voice plays a big part by delivering an angelic yet quiet tone to the whole album without sounding unexcitingly bland like Dido's. Instead the meloncholy is delivered with consistancy on "Missing You" and "Falling For You," while the giddy is given a kindergarten innocence on the highlight track "Wish I."
"Stay Now" is a masterpiece in its own right, reminiscent of Beth Orton's past victories.
Finally Woken is a complete effort with an assortment of defiant tunes for everbody. Jem (no relation to the fabulous cartoon superhero)is a promising new artist. Skip the EP sampler by Jem and grab a copy of the album and enjoy the many pleasures of the underdog.
Back in the ninties when artists such as Enya and Yanni offered calming approaches that are nowhere near classical music, they all got crammed into the now-fizzled out category New Age, for the lack of a category one was made to accomodate the 'others.' However, after the gushing of many such artists from Air to Tori Amos, music fans started to notice that this upheaval of new sounds is only the byproduct of the rebeliousness that is rock and pop.
Jem, an up-and-coming modern pop artist, has delivered an EP earlier titled It All Starts Here that showcased far less than what her complete effort, Finally Woken, does. This debut from the Welsh artist, is of no category but borrows heavily from popular genres. A tribute to folk on the lullaby "Flying High" and trip-hop on "Come On Closer." Jem also plays with urban beats with "They" and the reggae-tinted "Save Me."
The fusion of genres is so unique that one song, "24," starts out borrowing from Ani DiFranco strummings then meandering into heavy theatrical instrumentation and then, all of a sudden, right before the chorus sharp guitars bring in edgy rock. All without sounding a tad bit overboard.
Of course Jem's voice plays a big part by delivering an angelic yet quiet tone to the whole album without sounding unexcitingly bland like Dido's. Instead the meloncholy is delivered with consistancy on "Missing You" and "Falling For You," while the giddy is given a kindergarten innocence on the highlight track "Wish I."
"Stay Now" is a masterpiece in its own right, reminiscent of Beth Orton's past victories.
Finally Woken is a complete effort with an assortment of defiant tunes for everbody. Jem (no relation to the fabulous cartoon superhero)is a promising new artist. Skip the EP sampler by Jem and grab a copy of the album and enjoy the many pleasures of the underdog.
17 of 18 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
heard the 24 song and liked it so I picked up the cd. I was exprecting a whole CD like the 24 track, it's not at all. The hard rock sound of 24 is an abberation compared to the rest of the CD.
Normally getting a cd based on hearing one song that i liked only to find out the rest of the cd sounds nothing like the song that got me to buy it would irritate the hell out of me.
In this case, I am pleasantly surprised. Kind of hard to describe the sound, but it's damn good. Very eclectic. Kind of reminds me of Portishead without the crushing darkness.
Good find
Normally getting a cd based on hearing one song that i liked only to find out the rest of the cd sounds nothing like the song that got me to buy it would irritate the hell out of me.
In this case, I am pleasantly surprised. Kind of hard to describe the sound, but it's damn good. Very eclectic. Kind of reminds me of Portishead without the crushing darkness.
Good find
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Definate buy
A fantastic album, the lyrics are meaningful and the vocals back that up. The music flows smoothly and draws you in. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Thewhitemetroid
one-hit wonder
Bought this based on hearing "Just a Ride"...that's the ONLY song on this CD any good. Rest sounds like a bad Dido ripoff without the hooks. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Brian Maitland
One GREAT Song! A Couple Good, The Rest... Aaah
They is an AWESOME song and this CD kicks it off with the best... some that follow are decent/good/ok and then the CD starts to get boring. Read more
Published 14 months ago by MeowMix
Great CD
I really enjoy listening to it in my car every day. The CD is in mint condition and I really like it.
Published 19 months ago by jcutie
Great seller
The purchase was straight forward, item was delivered VERY promptly, and the item condition is great and fit the description. Great experience.
Published 23 months ago by Joe Yeh
best album ever made
I love every song on this album and dislike most of the songs on the album that she released after this one. Hopefully she'll return to her roots some day. Read more
Published on April 1, 2010 by C. Scott
this cd is so awesome... infact...
ive had this cd twice so far but it broke twice... this is my third time getting the cd..... hopefully doesnt break again... Read more
Published on January 22, 2010 by Shelbey Jordan
good
Got the product quickly and it was in good condition as promised. I would use this seller again.
Published on November 10, 2009 by D. Collins
Delightfully engaging
I've been enjoying this album for several years now and it's still one of my favorites! The musical style evolves from song to song in a delightfully engaging manner that keeps me... Read more
Published on November 2, 2009 by dayneger
This is a fine voice exercised in many ways and its all good!
You have to try this if you're into something new. Trippy, reggae, silky electronica rock...
Just listen... you'll be happy you did.
Just listen... you'll be happy you did.
Published on December 21, 2008 by Christopher Brown
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