Customer Reviews

Lauren Wood

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Lauren Wood, best known for her hit "Fallen" has put together an album of a dozen songs that takes this reviewer on a trip back to the Beatles. With at least 4-5 real hits waiting to don the airwaves, there are no duds in the bunch whatsoever. The ballad Back in Time, is so heart wrenching, it almost hurts to listen to the words. The Beatles influence is so strong, it was a little spooky. You can hear McCartney bass lines with that distinct melodic tone as well as Lennon-type vocals and guitar. Her voice is what makes the album complete. At times she's a deep contralto, other times she sings thin wispy BV's that blend with the music perfectly. The levels of musicalnship is very high. When was the last time you heard a cymbal cresando with mallets played this well (in the sure hit "Back in Time")? Look for the hits to be 1)"The Big House" song about subdivisions buring like the Amazon 2)" Back in time" - tear-out-your-heart ballad. 3) "I'm Usually Obsessed" - chicken-picken (dang near Country-Funk) guitar 4) "Twisted Reality" -complete w/ that trademark Hofner Beatle bass. Must listen Bruce

If you liked the cool jazzy sound of "Please Don't Go" and "Fallen" from Lauren Wood in the 1980s, you probably won't like the standard rock 'n' roll instrumentals and lyrics of this new album. The bonus track of "Fallen" simply doesn't belong with the twelve new tracks. I'm sad to see such a bendable voice as Wood's get lost in all too familiar rock licks. She can do so much in modulating her voice, that to hear thse songs indicates a loss of direction for her. I hope she'll return to what made her distinctive.

After too many years of looking for Lauren Wood in the stores, it's great to find her again. Her heartfelt vocals make you want to listen over and over again. Thank you for this cd and please keep them coming!!!

Lauren Wood's mysterious voice reminds us that there is true serendipity in the world. Lauren is a talented singer, songwriter and musician. She has honed her skills and talents in all of these fields to produce a rich blend of her very fine efforts. I would expect no less from Lauren Wood. Especially for a true fan, this is fantastic Lauren Wood for the 90's. Though her music has always been timeless, this is another show of true pure talent that will last and offer entertainment into the new millennium! If you like Lauren Wood, you'll love this CD!

Lauren Wood is one of those rare women, she has both talent and voice, and proves that she can belt with the best. Using reflections of her life, Lauren digs deep into her soul, and comes up with many fabulous tracks. Check out her web site. It's great. Glad to have you back, and hope for many more fantastic CD's from the best singer ever, period!

This artist makes you feel the words - and enjoy the fantasy of her music. Her voice inspires romance and make you feel alive - and in love with life.

I heard her first in Pretty Woman and followed her up with this CD. She is a wonderful mix of jazz and rock. the perfect transitional music for folks who can't commit to the tempest of true jazz!

I love Lauren Wood. A deep voice, clever lyrics, very listenable, kind of a smoky, cool feeling to her music. I caught that feeling on previous releases long ago, and the magic is just not here. How many times will Fallen be on her releases? This CD sounds like one long song with a few breaks. Nothing jumps off the disc. Missing energy, action, the excitement I think she's still got. Let it out! Incidentally, if you like Lauren, you'd love Jann Arden. Give her a listen, too.

If you liked the cool jazzy sound of "Please Don't Go" and "Fallen" from Lauren Wood in the 1980s, you probably won't like the standard rock 'n' roll instrumentals and lyrics of this new album. The bonus track of "Fallen" simply doesn't belong with the twelve new tracks. I'm sad to see such a bendable voice as Wood's get lost in all too familiar rock licks. She can do so much in modulating her voice, that to hear thse songs indicates a loss of direction for her. I hope she'll return to what made her distinctive.

Bought this CD for a special song and loved hearing all the songs Lauren sings to on this cd. It's great to play during a dinner or when some friends are over.