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Noise From the Basement

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I only found out about Skye Sweetnam recently, and I'm sure glad I did! Noise From the Basement, her debut album, is nothing short of great. I admit, I was a little hesitant at first to buy this. It's easy to dismiss Skye as just another teeny-bop act. But I can tell you that Skye is *not* just another face in the crowd. This album is impressive, and goes way above what one would initially expect from this genre of music.

Yes, comparisons to Avril Lavigne are going to fly left and right. After all, both Avril and Skye are "punk-rock chicks." Both are about the same age. Both are Canadian. But that's really where the comparisons stop. While Avril's music has its merits, her albums tend to follow one single theme and stick with it, causing all the songs to sound alike. But Noise From the Basement is a refreshing change from that. Each song seems to have its own personality. There's also a quirky variety to this album, most notably an unexpected (but great) cover of Blondie's "Heart Of Glass."

Lyrically, Skye sings about stuff that, well, girls her age think about. It's sure better than if she tried to sing about more adult-oriented themes and end up coming across as pretentious or just having no clue. The lyrics on Noise From the Basement may not be deep or profound, but they're genuine. I mean, didn't we all think about these things when we were her age?

If you like music with energy to it, that's fun to listen to while not taking itself too seriously, Noise From the Basement is a great buy. Skye Sweetnam is going places.

OK, here goes...first off, I'm a discerning 36 year old, eclectic, open-minded music listener...and I don't shy away from an artist because of his/her age, even if said artist is Canadian Skye Sweetnam, who is only 15 years old...if she has something that sparks my interest, I WILL check her out, and yes, she DOES have that X-factor, and her debut album, "Noise From The Basement" is one impressive debut!! The artist also has to be just that, an HONEST ARTIST, not a corporate creation, all fake and contrived...Skye is anything BUT contrived!!

I've been waiting for a YEAR or so for the release of Skye Sweetnam's debut opus, ever since I heard "Billy S." + saw the video, and let me tell you all, it was worth the wait, and Skye did not disappoint me one iota!!!

At 14 cuts and 39+ minutes, it's a quick listen, BUT there's a lot going on and songs that completely hold your interest, so it feels like a satisfying, full meal when you are done. At first, you might think, oh no, not another Avril clone from Canada like Fefe Dobson, or Avril herself!!! What IS it about these teen girls from Canada who turn out like femme-punks??? But, if you look below the surface, peel back the layers and investigate closer, you'll find more going on here than just "Noise From The Basement". First thing you'll notice is she is no corporate board creation...no professional PRODUCERS were involved with this baby. Skye's been recording demos since she was 12!! Skye has a musical partner in James Robertson, a 21-year old multi-instrumentalist + producer, who happens to be her boyfriend. The two of them together produced the album, and recorded the tracks as DEMOS in his parents' basement!! The album is truly the title, those basement demos, not corporate studio big-budget reproductions...yet there are some well-done overdubs + mixes by the respected Tom Lord-Alge...but the heart of the album are those charming demos. Also, Skye and James co-wrote 11 of the 14 cuts, with James PLAYING all the instruments, engineering and producing too...NOT a sign of corporate tinkering whatsoever!!! The other 3 songs are a cool cover of Blondie's "Heart Of Glass", with a neat arrangement, and Skye's vocals resembling a punky Kylie Minogue (JR played everything here, engineered + produced)...the single "Tangled Up In Me", which was co-written by Skye, JR, along with Aslyn + J. Harry, and produced by cool pros Andrew Slater, Julian Raymond + Howard Willing, HW engineered it...great job...and opening cool cut "Number One", produced by LCV + Skye, all instruments played + engineered by LCV, and written by Cafaro, Konicek + Valentine, with additional lyrics by Skye...and that's it!!

Is that corporate?? No. That's actual faith of a label in an ARTIST they believe in, not so much the $$$$$...something US labels should study and take notes on...seriously!! Skye is here for the long haul.

Now, the songs...really good punky powerpop TUNES...all hooks and choruses, 2-plus minutes so they are get in there and leave fast, swell harmonies, nice spunky attitude, variety of moods and vision...holds up well over the course of 14 tunes without sounding samey or like 1 big blur. Lyrically, she is smarter than most 15 year olds, artist or not. She also acknowledges that people will label her or trash her or whatnot, so she responds with "Hypocrite", taking these putdowns, turning them on their heads, and making fun of them in the process, in the vein of Toni Basil's "Mickey" or REM's "It's The End Of The World As We Know It"...very cool and brilliant really. The tunes have an energy, catchiness and irresistibility that keeps you coming back for more...all of em, espesh the first single "Billy S." with it's rebel-anti-school rant, opener "Number One", the snotty but tuneful "I Don't Really Like You", with it's minor-key + grungy verses, going into the bright chorus, just awesome. The single "Tangled Up In Me" is poppy with bite, even if it's sense of rage is "Kicking The Coke Machine"...hey that's normal for a 15-year old, at least she's not shooting guns!! Skye even shows her vulnerable side in the "ballad" "Fallen Through", which beats Avril at her own game...many might call her an Avril clone, but haven't they ever heard of an artist that BETTERS one that came before?? Skye does that, with better tunes, lack of cheesiness, lack of corporate intervention, a lyrical honesty and depth...Skye's got it all...and you think her voice was doctored + pro-tooled in the studio?? Think again...that is REALLY Skye, warts and all...seeing her live on Leno proved it and she has that magnetic stage presence you either have or you don't, Skye has that "something"...I want to see her kick ass live...no lip-synching either, lip-synching is so NOT rock + roll!!

Oh yeah, lastly, don't put Skye in a box, because she WILL experiment if she feels like it...on the CD single "Tangled Up In Me", there are 2 non-album B-sides, "Too Late" and "Tidal Wave", which Skye + James recorded themselves...it has Skye experimenting with trip-hop!! And it works!!

I think Skye is a force to be reckoned with, and her detractors better look deeper before they trash her...Skye does NOT mince words, and these critics will look like asses because their arguments don't hold water.

In my opinion, Skye Sweetnam could be like a little genius or something...she is just a helluva lot of fun, and has the brains to beat her competitors at their own game, go Skye!!!

WOW!! This CD is great. I came across Skye Sweetnam's music pretty by much mistake, but decided to take a chance and see what her music was like. [...] I went out and bought this album. And what an album, I was dissappointed. It's heavier than your average pop-rock album, with Skye and producer James Robertson adding alot of gain to the the guitars. It more punk rock than pop-rock.

In my opinion, this album puts Avril Lavigne, Hilary Duff, Ashlee Simpson and Kelly Clarkson all to shame.

Skye and James Robertson have crafted a sound which is original and all it own (It may seem to some that the pop-rock genre all the same). But this album really has a mix of genres (pop, heavy metal, punk rock).

Some compare Skye to Avril Lavigne, but the only thing they have in common is that they're both Canadian. After as songwriting is concerned, ulike those before her (Avril Lavigne; Hilary Duff; Kelly Clarkson), Skye Sweetnam isn't afraid to turn it up and really rock out. Those critics who say "She's ok, but nothing special" are wrong cause Noise from the Basement is VERY special album indeed!!

1. Number One. 10/10. Great opener, catchy song. I love the intro guitar riff. Awesome.

2. Billy S. 10/10. One of my favourite songs, cause it says get out of
school, what teenager can't relate to that.

3. Tangled Up In Me. 8/10. Very catchy song

4. I Don't Really Like You. 10/10. Another of my favourite on the album, it's kind of a heavy metal/hard rock cross-over song. I love the guitar riff at the chorus.

5. I Don't Care. 8/10. I like this song, the lyrics are great and the guitar is really catchy.

6. Heart of Glass. 10/10. A great cover, I think Skye's take on this Blondie song is far better than the original (no offense, I like the original version as well).

7. Sharada 10/10. Catchy guitar riff, great melody. What else can I say, everything this song rocks!!

8. It Sucks. 9/10. It's a short song. Great lyrics, catchy guitar riff.

9. Fallen Through. 10/10. I really like this song. It's a great ballad, with a great melody, and lyrics. The guitar is very melodic.

10. Hypocrite. 10/10. My FAVOURITE songs. It a very fast, up-beat song with great lyrics, great guitar riff. The "Hey!! Hey!!" chant in this song reminds of Metallica's song, Creeping Death. I love everything about this song.

10. Unpredictable. 10/10. I love how she sing it, and I can totally relate to the lyrics.

11. Shot to Pieces. 10/10. I love this song. It's fast, up-beat song, with a catchy guitar riff.

12. Smoke + Mirrors. 10/10. A great ballad, with a great meaning.

13. Split Personality. 10/10. I love this song, it's probably the heaviest song on the whole album, apart from Hypocite and Shot to Pieces. It starts off like music from a horror movie, then ROCKS out!! It a kinda like Nine Inch Nails/Marlyn Manson song, but it's very punk.

Some music critics have called Skye Sweetnam is another manufactured product of the music industry, who is just a rip-off of Avril Lavigne, it's ironic 'cause Skye Sweetnam is everything that Arista Record believed -wanted- Avril Lavigne to be (maybe that why some critics compare Skye and Avril). After having listened to both of Avril's album and Skye's debut, they don't really sound alike. The fact that they're both Canadian are where the similarities end.

Skye really stands out from those pop-rock artists who came before her because Skye has a different sound, which is very rock orientant. She'll definitely give Avril Lavigne and Kelly Clarkson and others like them a run for their money. And with Avril Lavigne working on a new album, and giving acting a shot at the moment. Also with Hilary Duff and Kelly Clarkson maintaining a somewhat low profile, I think Skye Sweetnam has pretty much stolen the spotlight from all 3 of the artist which I've mentioned. Capitol Records have definitely found someone, in Skye Sweetnam, who has surpassed both Avril Lavigne and Kelly Clarkson.

Overall, this is a very impressive debut album. But if you're open minded when it comes to music. And looking for something a little different. Skye Sweetnam definitely has talent. I can't wait for her 2nd album, it'll surely give Avril Lavigne and Kelly Clarkson a run for their money, much like her debut album has.

This CD, and artist really, is a pleasant surprise. I heard Skye Sweetnam first in the "How to Deal" movie with Mandy Moore. The song was Billy S. I didn't really like it then and thought nothing of her again until I saw the video for "tangled up in Me". And even then she was a little sketchy. But it quickly grew on me and I found myself buying the single online. Not too long after that, her debut came out. I wasn't originally going to buy it, but it was on sale for like $7.99 so i figured i couldn't beat that. Now let me tell you, I was greatly surprised by how great this album is! Every single song is very catchy and full of upbeat guitar rifts. Even the slower, more emotional songs are awesome. Her style is that of Fefe Dobson, Avril Lavigne, and even Gwen Stefani. But she has her own uniqueness that makes you not even want to compare her to anyone else.

1. Number One 9/10
2. Billy S. 7/10
3. Tangled Up in Me 8/10
4. I Don't Really Like You 10/10
5. I Don't Care 9/10
6. Heart of Glass 7/10
7. Sharada 5/10
8. It Sucks 8/10
9. Fallen Through 8/10
10. Hypocrite 9/10
11. Unpredictable 9/10
12. Shot to Pieces 9/10
13. Smoke + Mirrors 10/10
14. [Untitled Bonus Track] 10/10

so a lot of people have written off skye as another bubblegum pop avril rip off, mediocre at best. i've read a lot of reviews saying "she's ok, she could be better, nothing special..." well, i consider myself a very open minded person, and everyone is entitled to their own opinion... except when it comes to noise from the basement. this VERY SPECIAL album deserves no less than 5 stars, and i will tell you why.
first of all, let's get this straight. skye destroys avril lavigne. avril lavigne is fake, it's really obvious, if you don't think avril is fake, you have lost all credibility. it's ok if you like avril's music, i own her first 2 cds, but you have to at least be aware that avril is just a manufactured product of the record industry that writes little to none of her own music. the irony is that skye is everything that the record companies wanted you to believe avril to be. skye's genuine, she really does wear cool clothes all the time, she really is into punk rock, she really does write most of her songs. the most important thing is that skye appreciates her fans, unlike a lot of other artists in this genre of girl pop, skye is almost like an "underground pop" artist. that's the first rule of punk rock, it's supposed to be an underground movement, and in a paradoxical kinda way, she represents that in the context of pop.
now a lot of people give praise to skye's singles, "tangled up in me" and "number one", but that's not why skye is awesome. personally, i think those songs are ok, nothing that great, but it's still good cause it's skye. however, if you really listen to this album, you'll find the REAL creative genius comes from the combination of skye and writer/producer james robertson, who co-wrote/recorded/produced every song on this cd EXCEPT "tangled up in me" and "number one". you can hear the difference in the guitar, skye and james are not afraid to add a lot of GAIN to their distortion, they're not afraid to rock out and make it a lot HEAVIER than your average pop. you can hear the alternative/bitter-sweet sound that james and skye have crafted to call their own, it's apparent in the song writing, in the chord progressions, in the riffs, the melodies... it's a completely original sound, tho it may not be apparent to some, but noise from the basement will give you that feeling that no other artist can, and that's what sets skye apart from the crOUD (canadian accents...). the really amazing thing that you may not know is that skye and james robertson wrote and recorded all these songs BEFORE skye was signed. she wasn't doing this for any suits, she was doing this for her love of music! skye was 15 and james robertson was 21 just out of college, and the songs that you are hearing on this cd are actually their DEMOS that they recorded in his parent's basement, which were just so good and so well produced that capitol let them use it for the album! you can't get any more DIY/punk rock than that.
so this album, from start to finish, is SUCH a well constructed album. the track order couldn't be more complementary to the progression of the album as a whole. it begins with number one, which is a great opener, although the line "i saw my boyfriend hangin with this girl that i hate" is kinda dumb, once again it was a record company song, so i will forgive her, and if you like that sorta thing, GOOD FOR YOU! from there it goes right into billy s. (one of my personal favs), which is the first james robertson track you'll hear. billy s. was also a single, and did really well in canada as well as was in the movie "how to deal", however the video was out WAY before noise from the basement was released in usa. you might think it's amateurish, but come on, what do you expect from a 15 year old girl? and who thinks to call william shakespeare BILLY S? it's genius i tell you!! so after billy s comes tuim, which is a pretty good track 3. the first 5 or 6 tracks really have a lot of energy and give you a good feel for their sound. heart of glass is a pretty good cover, i'm not really a big fan of the original, it's ok... but skye's cover is cool cause she does more than just play the song, she makes it her own. sharada has a cool off-time beat and great hook. "it sucks" is another one of my favs, it's just so much heavier than you'd expect to hear in pop, it's really alternative-punk disguised as pop. fallen thru would've been the fourth single if they got that far, it's one of the fan favorites, and it's the obligatory sad ballad. i've heard this song live and they play it AMAZING! hypocrite is skye's way of saying, "i know you'll just write me off, but i couldn't give a *%#$". she even says in the first verse "anime, avril-lite, pro-tools all the way," and in the second verse, "manufacured skate-punk wannabe, never was". this girl is WELL aware that people will label her another avril, but it's that self awareness and honesty that make her awesome. she even mentions pro-tools, even tho pro-tools has taken over the modern recording industry and even the most diehard indie band probably uses it, but still she mentions that!! what 15 year old pop artist sings about protools?!? only skye, that's who. and obviously her main fan base probably won't catch that reference, but that's what makes any artist better than the rest, when they write the music for themselves.
unpredictable is more of an electronic sound, closer to the sound of the b-sides on the billy s single, but the chord progression and melody is very unique. i've heard skye and her band play this live, and they tear it up and play it different, another one of my favs (you can hear them play this song live on sessions @ aol).
shot to pieces is a perfect second to last track, it's upbeat and has a sense of urgency, and the hook in the chorus is just so cool.
smoke and mirrors is the PERFECT closer for this album, you could play this song for someone that isn't into pop, but they would still like this song (i've done this many times). this is the perfect song to listen to when you're feeling down about anything. i often find myself saying, "you're right. thanks skye!"
now depending on what version of the cd you have, you'll either get "split personality" or "imaginary superstar" as the bonus track. i think most people get "split personality" which is also one of my favorite skye songs alongside billy s and sugar guitar. at first i was dissapointed that they didn't have "split personality" on the cd when i first got it, but when i realized it was the secret track, it just made the album 10 times better as a whole for me. it's about taking the stage and rocking out, it starts off with horror movie music, and it's probably the HEAVIEST skye song ever!!
so bottom line: skye sweetnam rocks. if you get a chance, go see her live, her voice is just as consistent live as it is on the album. her voice is so good live that i thought she was lip synching when i first heard her, but she DEFINITELY doesn't pull that bs.
the best thing about skye is that she is just a really cool person. just from reading her interviews and hearing her speak, you can tell she is really nice and genuinely cool, and she is 100% about the music, unlike a lot of pop artists.
i would recommend this album to anyone open-minded with an ecclectic taste in music. someone that listens to ashlee simpson and britney spears may not necessarily "get" this album, but if you're into feel-good punk rock, alternative, indie, and you like many genres of music and really truly listen with an open mind, then you should definitely pick this up. also, if you are into j-pop at all, you will LOVE this album (skye is really huge in japan). i bought this the day it came out in usa, september 21, and two years later, it has NEVER left the 6 cd changer in my car, that's how much i like it. give it a chance, listen to it a few times, and i guarantee you will be pleasantly surprised. noise from the basement has become one of my all time favorite albums EVER.
her next album, as of today's date, is scheduled to be released in october.

I heard Skye's music back in 2004 when her album had just come out. Only, they didnt release her album in my country. So i heard her music through 30 second online samples. It was then that i decided that i wanted her entire album. So somehow, i managed to get it. And i instantly loved it.

Skye's songs are catchy and fun. Some songs have really silly lyrics like "You and your friends are dense/you dont make any sense". But there are others that are much more deep - "Bottled up is where my fears go/I will never show my fear/they'll tear me up until my tears show/smoke and mirrors"

Her best songs include "Billy S", "I Dont Care", "Tangled Up In Me" and "Fallen Through". But every song on the album has something to offer.

I've said this in another review - I dont usually give an album 5 stars. This, however, deserves it.

I am so glad that I bought this album yesterday. Skye's first single, "Tangled Up In Me," got me hooked. I was completely addicted by the strong sense of attitude and the energy I felt come through when hearing the song and found it almost impossible to get it out of my head, so I knew I had to get this CD.

I'm not disappointed at all with my purchase. "Noise From the Basement" totally lives up to all the things I loved about Skye when hearing "Tangled Up In Me"; all the songs have this completely intoxicating energy and attitude, musically, lyrically, and vocally, that just keeps you wanting to come back for more and more with each listen. The tracks are I feel demonstrate this the most, at least to me, are "Tangled Up In Me", "Unpredictable," "I Don't Really Like You", and "Fallen Through."

And I haven't even mentioned the sound quality of the album, which is phenomenal and possibly the very best of any album I've ever listened to, which isn't bad for a record that was recorded in someone's basement. Skye's producer/boyfriend really knew what he was doing, and everything was mixed just right, so consequently, the music just comes through so clearly and matches the power and prescence of Skye's vocals and lyrics so perfectly that listening to the album, for me, has been the ultimate organic experience.

After the enjoyment of hearing "Noise From the Basement", I think that Skye's got a very potentially sucessful career ahead, granted that she gets the necessary promotion and recognition, and stays true to who she is, which I don't think will be too hard for her. I definitely will be purchasing her future albums, hands down. What else can I say? I'm tangled up!

Of course, I suppose it depends on what type of music you like - but for pop/rock fans, this is a good choice. (Let me point out I'm 15, age probably plays a big part.) I was turned onto this by a friend, and at first didn't like it very much - but it grew on me! It's now one of my all time fav CDs! All the songs are really catchy. One of the things I like about this CD is that I like all the songs and can listen to it with out skipping (or being tempted to skip) any songs. I find it strange how many people compare Skye Sweetnam with Avril Lavinge - they don't sound simulare at all! Another thing I find strange is that Billy S and Tangled Up In Me are her singles, I mean, they're good, but not even close to her best (they're probably my least favorites on the CD - I would probably have picked Fallen Through and Smoke and Mirrors for the singles). Here are my reviews for the individual songs:
#1 THE ONE: 4 - Not the best on the CD, but a good opener. Very hyper. (note: when you first start listening to this Cd, you might find it obnoxious, but I got over it after listening for a while)
#2 BILLY S: 3 - While I'll take any chance I get to complain about school, I have to say this isn't the best song on the CD - it gets way too repetitive. It can be fun if your really in a mood to bash school or have tons of energy.
#3 TANGLED UP IN ME: 3 - Like I said above, Billy S and this one just aren't my favorites, despite the fact they're the most heard of. There still good though. I think I like this one maybe a little better than Billy S.
#4 I DON'T REALLY LIKE YOU: 3.5 - Better than the last two, but still not the best on the CD. Almost a 4.
#5 I DON'T CARE: 5 - Here we go! Defenetly one of my favorites on this album. Great beat, fast, and really high energy!
#6 HEART OF GLASS: 3.5 - I've never heard the original version by Blondie, but this is a nice song - almost a 4. Like all the songs on this Cd - catchy.
#7 SHARADA: 3.5 - Very nice lyrics and rythem! Medium, not really a slow song, not really a fast one.
#8 IT SUCKS: 4 - Great rythem, nice to listen to. High energy again. Probably the best out of the songs ranked "4".
#9 FALLEN THROUGH: 5 - Fantastic and unusual! Proabaly my fav song on the album. It's also probably the most unique. It's a slow song - but it's pretty and powerfull at the same time! There's some really good guitar in there too. Dramatic.
#10 HYPOCRITE: 4.5 - Maybe just a tad repetive, but otherwise great. Fast beat. Good lyrics.
#11 UNPREDICTABLE: 3.5 - Slow beat. Not bad, but out of the slow songs (Unpredictable, Smoke and Mirriors, Fallen Through) this is my least favorite.
#12 SHOT TO PIECES: 4 - Short but fun. Almost a 4.5
#13 SMOKE AND MIRRORS: 5 - Very pretty and enchanitng! Another dramatic song. Defenetly a highlight of the album! Again, a very pretty and enchanting song.
#14 SPLIT PERSONALITY: 4 - Cool song. Unusuall but good lyrics. A good ending for a great CD.
So, that's my opinion. Even though I rated some songs lower than others - they are all great! I Hope she makes another album soon!

(1 year later)

NOTE: I wrote that review a year ago or so, now I am into completely different genre of of music: FEMALE-FRONTED METAL :) (especially darker-toned stuff)! The best genre in music! I like some fav female-fronted bands that are more "rock" as well. I decided to keep this review up, but it's not excatly what my opinion would be now, though I think Skye Sweetnam probably is the best in her genre. From the opinion I had as a 15 year old pop-fan this review is accurate, but now if you want to hear some awesome music with female vocals here's some bands I recommened:

NIGHTWISH
EVANESCENCE (yes, people like to mock them 'cause they're popular, but truely they're good, and more accesible then most other bands listed here)
WITHIN TEMPTATION
ASRAI
TRISTANIA
SIRENIA
DEMETHER
AFTER FOREVER
LACUNA COIL
FOREVER SLAVE
and well, there's many more I could list here, but I think that's enough for now. If you like them there's many more similar bands to enjoy as well.

I first heard of Skye Sweetnam when the movie How To Deal came out last year; her first single "Billy S." was released as a soundtrack single, and I dismissed her as a lighter and less-interesting Avril Lavigne rip-off, as I think most people did. Then I heard the single "Tangled Up in Me" and got interested. When I went out today to buy the new Green Day album (which is excellent), I saw that her album had also come out, gave it a quick listen, and decided to buy it. Now that I've listened to it all the way through, I can honestly say that my original idea of her wasn't completely wrong...she DEFINITELY minds major Lavigne territory. But what's really interesting (and refreshing) is that she not only realizes this, but acknowledges it. Just listen to "Hypocrite," where she describes herself as "avril-lite" and "manufactured skate punk." This helps a lot, as well as the fact that she co-wrote and produced everything herself. As for the music, it's good stuff. It's pretty heavy (musically, not lyrically) for this genre, but it's not as dark and angry as A.L.'s new album...a lot of the songs actually sounded heavier and more punk-rock than I expected. Overall, I'd recommend checking her out even if you didn't like her singles...you'll probably be surprised.


Also, check out the hidden 14th track, where she talks about her darker alter-ego. It's pretty dark; it actually reminded me of Marilyn Manson's "Get Your Gunn," but maybe that's just me.

Canadian Skye Sweetnam's format isn't revolutionary--put an attractive girl who writes her own music doused in the faux-punk pop music scene that Avril began, a guitar in her hands and a mic at her mouth, and you're sure to sell. But this singer-songwriter has something more that makes her debut album Noise From The Basement easily one of 04's better listens. First single "Tangled Up In Me" is an indulgent, likable listen that received a significant amount of airplay in her native Canada in addition to the US market. Opener "Number One" is just as good (more rock than pop) and rocks it out with its grooving guitars. "Sharada" makes for one of the more musically intriguing tracks here and the big ballad "Fallen Through" could make Jessica Simpson jealous. "Unpredictable" has a great beat too. Skye Sweetnam's record may surprise listeners because (her young age aside) she's actually got a great record here.