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Let the Truth Be Told

Laura IziborAudio CD
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (53 customer reviews)

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“The foundation begins with soul,” explains 20-year-old singer/songwriter/producer Laura Izibor of her passionate, piano-guided songs. On her forthcoming debut album, Izibor continues the lineage set out by artists like Lauryn Hill and Jill Scott; artists who combine a reverence for the traditions of early R&B with a thoroughly modern sensibility. After one listen to the ... Read more in Amazon's Laura Izibor Store

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  • Audio CD (June 16, 2009)
  • Original Release Date: 2009
  • Number of Discs: 1
  • Label: Atlantic
  • ASIN: B001P8C1U8
  • In-Print Editions: Audio CD  |  MP3 Music
  • Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (53 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #79,035 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

1. Shine
2. Don't Stay
3. If Tonight Is My Last
4. What Would You Do
5. From My Heart to Yours
6. Perfect World
7. The Worst Is Over
8. Yes (I'll Be Your Baby)
9. I Don't Want You Back
10. Mmm...

Editorial Reviews

'The foundation begins with soul,' explains 22-year-old singer/
songwriter/producer Laura Izibor of her passionate, piano-guided
songs. On her forthcoming debut album, Izibor continues the
lineage set out by artists like Lauryn Hill and Jill Scott; artists
who combine a reverence for the traditions of early R&B with a
thoroughly modern sensibility. After one listen to the powerful,
honey-tinged vocals on Let The Truth Be Told, one thing is for sure.
For Laura Izibor, it s got to be real.

Customer Reviews

I said, WOW, I love this song. ShoeADDICT  |  15 reviewers made a similar statement
Her voice is wonderful and the songs very make me sing loudly. i can't stop listening to this cd. Bernadette Robinson-jones  |  8 reviewers made a similar statement
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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars A soul revival! July 14, 2009
Format:Audio CD
Laura Izibor is a 22 year old singer/songwriter of Irish and Nigerian origin. "Let the truth be told" is her debut CD and made the US top 40 (#27). I discovered her from Amazon's reccommendation. She came up while I was writing my review of Maxwell's new CD so I figured she had to be good.

Hers is a piano-driven retro Soul sound with a Jazzy feel, think Alicia Keys, Corinne Bailey Rae, or the AWOL Lauryn Hill and you begin to get the picture. At 10 tracks running just over 37 minutes, she definitely does not overstay her welcome.

Opening the disc is the upbeat horn peppered aptly titled "Sunshine". "Don't stay" is an organ drenched ballad I could imagine Candi Staton singing. This is one of those albums where it is tough to pick standouts. "What would you do" is simply beautiful and so soulful. The more upbeat "From my heart to yours" sets Hip Hop beats to a groovy bassline, a la Lauryn Hill. The swirling "Perfect world" is so Alicia Keys as is the Bluesy "I don't want you back", while the pair of "The worst is over" and "Mmm" (the latter with Gospel-type humming and organs) are delicate stripped piano ballads with her vocals pushed to the fore.

However, as tough as it was, my favourite is the upbeat Hip Hop-tinged "Yes (I'll be your baby)"; horns, hard hitting beats, cascading harmonies and wah wah guitars. Awesome!

What a ride, shame it's over too soon.
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars From Her Voice to My Ears--Love It September 10, 2009
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The first time I heard of Laura Izibor was on the radio, and the song they were playing was "From My Heart to Yours". I said, WOW, I love this song. So I went on the Amazon website, looked up the artist by name, and found what I was looking for. Then I decided to play the samples to see if the rest of her songs were equally as beautiful, and that is when I decided that I have to have this CD. I recommend it to all music lovers no matter what genre of music you prefer. I think you will be pleasantly surprised! You don't have to take my word for it. Just do as I did, and sample.
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9 of 11 people found the following review helpful
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The Irish diva is soon to go global via her debut album on Atlantic.
This album from the young Dubliner was set to be released on Jive Records three years ago, but got shelved. Then, another label, Atlantic, took their time in deciding just when it should see be released.
"Let The Truth Be Told" reveals not only that capacious voice, but also a confident commercial songwriter - its collection of wholesome pop being penned entirely by Laura herself.
From soulful ballads through orchestral anthems (all pizzicato strings and sisterhood sincerity) to a clipped and sassy R&B swagger, her take on classic femme soul may not be rocking any boats, but earworms such as "Don't Stay" and new single "Shine" exude enough crossover familiarity to become retail and ringtone fixtures.
The CD is a glossy-sounding album of funky soul-pop tunes with Izibor's unique stamp all over them. Her smoky voice rides over the album's strong melodies and establishes her as one of the current vocalists in today's soul scene.
"...It's so glossy, however, that there's no rough-'round-the-edges charm, or distinctive quality about it." - Lauren Murphy
The first track "Shine" kicks the album off to a slightly energetic start, with a very catchy chorus, but then "Dont Stay", the second song, takes the tempo down a notch or two, while maintaining a swaying rhythm.
In fact she showcases her versatility by switching the tempo throughout the album. "If Tonight Is My Last" is a gorgeous, emotive mid-tempo track whilst "The Worst Is Over" is the album's big piano ballad, and most beautiful moment.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars She's Phenomenal!!! December 5, 2009
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I admit when I first heard the Laura Izibor song From My Heart To Yours, I thought it was Joss Stone. That's not a knock on either artist because I really love me some Joss Stone, it's just that their voices are similar. I said that to say, I had been looking for the song under the wrong context so it took me a while to figure it out. It was not until I randomly saw the video on MTV a couple months back that I was ENLIGHTENED. Besides after listening to their albums I can now easily tell the difference.

Despite similarities in voice to Joss Stone (hey you can't help that your natural voice happens to sound like someone elses) it doesn't take away from the fact that Laura Izibor is a great songwriter and singer that can also produce and play various instruments and perform extremely well LIVE. She sings with soul and passion over lively and vibrant production that gives the cd a natural quality not heard since Corrinne Bailey Rae's debut album (BTW her new album The SEA coming in January 2010).

LET THE TRUTH BE TOLD doesn't really have any down moments. Every song on this 10 track album is expertly done and fits well within the concept and theme of the album. Nothing feels out of place, tacked on, or a corny attempt to gain attention. Every song is distinct and memorable. It's just great music and she deserves her shine and praise for it. Laura Izibor is a refreshing young singer that you should take a chance on. I guarantee this album will be enjoyed by all who love music. 5 stars.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars I love this album
Laura has an excellent voice and all the songs makes me feel like having a great day. this was a gift for my wife, I bought this album twice since we lost the first one
Published 4 months ago by Omar
5.0 out of 5 stars Great artist
Love her music. I actually liked every song on the cd. So well worth the purchase cannot wait to hear more of her stuff.
Published 4 months ago by Angel
5.0 out of 5 stars Beatiful
Worth buying if you like R&B and nice female vocal performance
It's a nice composed album; very happy about the purchasing
Published 7 months ago by Judson
5.0 out of 5 stars Let The Truth Be Told
Laura Izibor is an awesome talent. I look forward to purchasing more of her work in the future.I love it!
Published 10 months ago by John D. Smith
5.0 out of 5 stars Over and Over
I could and have listen to this album over and over all day long! She has a great voice and the songs are incrediable. You can feel them in our heart.
Published 15 months ago by Dawn L Matschiner
5.0 out of 5 stars wonderful
I can't wait for her next cd. Her voice is wonderful and the songs very make me sing loudly. i can't stop listening to this cd.
Published 16 months ago by Bernadette Robinson-jones
5.0 out of 5 stars A CONVINCING DEBUT !!!!!
I heard From My Heart To Yours on the Tom Joyner Morning show when this 1st came out,and the next week I saw her on The Monique Show. Read more
Published 22 months ago by T. V. Champion
5.0 out of 5 stars Inspiration
What a beautiful and talented young woman.I loved this CD. It is so nice to be able to put in a CD and be able to listen to every track and fall in love over and over again. Read more
Published 23 months ago by Trina
5.0 out of 5 stars Introducing Laura Izibreakout!
The streak continues. First, my purchase of MIGUEL-ALL I WANT IS YOU, based on customer reviews, and now this cd, which has become my "happy" cd for the summer. Read more
Published 24 months ago by D. Baker
4.0 out of 5 stars Woww
Its a great CD--I heard her for the first time with Chrisette Michelle and I LOVED IT!! Everyone she have a copy of this. Read more
Published on January 31, 2011 by Kenneth O. Dugger
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I can't wait until Laura Izibor's CD comes out!!
Wow, when did this new girl pop out? I'm checking out the
clips and looks like we finally have a fresh new artist with
a great, down to earth soulful old school sound. It even
reminds me a little of Alicia Keys. Thanks for your recommendation!
Jun 15, 2009 by P. Masuda |  See all 3 posts
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