Customer Reviews

Identity

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A wonderfully original CD by an artist who is hard to peg into neat musical categories. I'd call it cool vocal keyboard-laced jazz pop with a twist of smoky cabaret, quiet-storm soul and new-age folk. In other words, a musical palette like no one else out there. Siva hits you with one delicious surprise after another: seducing brilliant contributions from smooth-jazz giants like David Benoit and Richard Elliot; becoming the new Sade on "Living Alone"; breaking your heart on the Babyface-like "If I Never"; serving up the coolest, most hypnotic "Scarborough Fair" ever (a song I thought could never sound fresh again). Great songs performed with style and versatility. Not to mention terrific production. The CD's a jewel!

i was tired and sleepy...laying in my bed....on my way to la la land...listening to the light jazz station on cable...and heard "living alone"....sat straight up with sleep in both eyes to find out the name of this artist...promised my sleepy self i wouldnt forget....finished listening....finally went to sleep....got up the next morning and thought that there was something exciting on my mind and remembered samatha siva....bought the cd that same day without hearing the rest of the songs....i am not at all disappointed...have turned a couple of people on to her and they cant seem to give the cd a rest...i comprehend....track no. three and five are my favorites....but love all the rest....not one song i dont like....i will be keeping up with ms. siva...you can bet your last buck on it...have her cd on my jukebox at my club and she is definately being played there....keep up the good work samatha siva...cant wait for your concert...promise, i will be there....

Identity is an energetic twist of British soul, R&B and contemporary jazz. This album had me listenning from start to finish. All the songs are melodic and catchy .. yet keep a pulse on jazz. Great musicians, great production. The first song -- I Cant Stop, with David Benoit is infectious and addictive like caffeine in the morning, twisting to the captivating cover of Scarborough Fair and ending with the European influenced piano instrumental Millenium. A must for the contemporary jazz fan.

great album...I stumbled on it at a bookstore listening post...Samantha has a great voice,and the stellar musical ensemble plays great throughout...if you like smooth jazz,don't miss this one!

I have only just discovered Samantha Siva, and I have to say her music, her voice etc are just fanatastic. I have the new album 'Identity', and will buy the original soon 'Rhythm of the voices'. There is one song that has a Sade feel but overall her sound is more interesting and is more uptempo, jazzy and passionate. I could not make a comparison. Great variety. A welcome new artist. Recommended listenning for all.

I bought this as a recommendation from Amazon. Stunning voice. Just received CD today and have played 5 times! Wonderful vocal range. Reminds me somewhat of Sade. Can't wait to hear more from her.

I have never enjoyed listening to vocals and hearing instruments as much as this. The first time I heard her voice was on sonicnet, online radio and I fell in love immediately. I am interested to know when she will be in Phoenix, Arizona.

What a terrific CD! I stumbled upon this by accident, not ever having heard of Samantha Siva, and was very impressed! The other reviews here are quite right. There is a tremendous variety of styles that keeps the whole recording interesting. My favorites are "Like a Child" (both versions), "Lullaby", and the amazing rendition of "Scarborough Fair". It's hard to catagorzie Samantha's music, and that's a good thing. Highly recommended!

I was really expecting more from this performer. I bought the CD based on the reviews on this site. I was really disappointed. Samantha's voice seems a bit weak if you are expecting the fullness and maturity of Sades' voice. Over all I would say she is okay but doesn't have any "personality" in her singing voice. Save your money.... there are better artists out there.

Well well, in terms of range, she could have a better upper register ceiling (keeping it constant) and truer pitch/tone, but otherwise This is one of the best groovy uplifting smooth jazz arrangements I have heard. Over all a great CD with great all star cast. If she gets better at keeping her pitch she will be unbelievable. Great for time to enjoy that afternoon drive down the coast :)