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34 of 37 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
This is a CD that grows on you, and with every listen you feel a little more comfortable with it. This young singer/songwriter sounds like she has an old soul, and you can easily see why she has been compared with Carly Simon and Carole King.
The song that stood out from the beginning was her cover of the Aerosmith 1973 hit "Dream On". Brooke interprets the piano power ballad in her own way, and by the time she gets to the chorus you're right there singing along with her. Another extremely good cover is her version of Coldplay's "Yellow", the second single from their album "Parachutes".
Of the other songs, my favorite is "Keep Running", but others to try are "Free", "The Way Things Used to Be", "Change" and "Come to my Rescue".
I've listened to some of the early works of the other American Idol Season 7 finalists, and I think this album is the best of the lot. Here's hoping that Brooke White can use her strong fifth place finish to re-launch the career she started with this rather decent album.
Amanda Richards, June 21, 2008
The song that stood out from the beginning was her cover of the Aerosmith 1973 hit "Dream On". Brooke interprets the piano power ballad in her own way, and by the time she gets to the chorus you're right there singing along with her. Another extremely good cover is her version of Coldplay's "Yellow", the second single from their album "Parachutes".
Of the other songs, my favorite is "Keep Running", but others to try are "Free", "The Way Things Used to Be", "Change" and "Come to my Rescue".
I've listened to some of the early works of the other American Idol Season 7 finalists, and I think this album is the best of the lot. Here's hoping that Brooke White can use her strong fifth place finish to re-launch the career she started with this rather decent album.
Amanda Richards, June 21, 2008
47 of 54 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
Brooke White has the potential to bypass the hurdle that has tripped up virtually every American Idol contestant who isn't named Chris, Kelly or Carrie. From now on, it doesn't matter whether she gets knocked out 20th or makes it to first. She can capitalize on the millions of fans she's earning every week by delivering this blockbuster of an album - hopefully available again the MOMENT she leaves the show. This album would have sounded great on FM radio in the 70's, nestled up against Fleetwood Mac. It sounds fresh today, a perfect iPod bridge between Foo Fighters' "Long Road to Ruin" and Sara Bareilles's "Love Song." The ballads are beautiful, personal, universal - 100% free of sap ("Like I Do" is breathtaking). The rockers truly rock. I've seen her several times in concert and Brooke knows how to command a band while rocking the keyboard. The covers (Coldplay and Aerosmith) are unnecessary, considering the strength of the songwriting and the perfect mix. Still, she knows how to own a song - Yellow actually improves on the original while Dream On deftly avoids how bad it could have been (in concert, she wisely passes the belter of a closing note to her back-up singer). As the season progresses, I hope she keeps it real and stays true to her voice. The "good girl" schtick and the billowy clothes that scream K-Mart circa 1987 have got to go. She doesn't need a gimmick. She has the voice. She has the album. She has songs READY for radio. All she needs is the exposure and a record label that isn't afraid to make money.
10 of 11 people found the following review helpful
By Daniel Hicks
Format:Audio CD
There is a raw honesty to Brooke's voice that I find so refreshing. The lyrics are not incredible, but Brooke's raspy yet soothing tone, and unrelenting passion are able to transform each song into something magical. I keep having to remind myself that this album was created prior to Brooke's appearance on American Idol. She definitely has a unique quality that sets her apart from the average singer-songwriter. Even the simple piano melodies carry something so special and powerful. There is nothing dramatic about each songs - Brooke does not have an incredible range - but she reminds us that music does not depend on the best voice - but on the emotions behind each note. The one drawback I have to this album is that it is a bit too overproduced - I would have loved it if they had allowed for a more raw, acoustic sound to come through. Nonetheless this is quite an impressive album. She remains true to her own style, and creates such a definitive sound for herself - She is Brooke White. There is no doubt that there are great things in store for her.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
4.0 out of 5 stars
Like it
I have always liked Brooke in American Idol and like her ever now. This is a great CD. Brooke keep up the great work.
Published 1 month ago by Nadine
4.0 out of 5 stars
jimd
i like the songs on this cd had a good mixture of somgs types wasn't really a fast paced country songs on it but there was a good selection.
Published 12 months ago by jdinius
5.0 out of 5 stars
Brooke White's Album - Songs From The Attic - is great!!!
One day while browsing on Amazon I came across Brooke White's album - Songs From The Attic. Without thinking twice I bought the album and I am sure glad I did. Read more
Published on March 24, 2011 by Lena Kovadlo
5.0 out of 5 stars
Brooke White
I am a faithful American Idol watcher. Loved Brooke the year she was on. I actually downloaded songs she did from the show. Was glad to be able to purchase this CD.
Published on February 28, 2011 by Dale R. Boyer
5.0 out of 5 stars
A Gem from start to finish!!
This is Brooke White's debut album pre American Idol but you'd never know it by listening. This is no demo ppl and the production on the album rivals many major label albums I own. Read more
Published on April 7, 2010 by records_and_more
5.0 out of 5 stars
Even better than I thought it would be
The funny thing is, I wasn't crazy about Brooke on American Idol. I liked her, but I didn't love her. Read more
Published on October 12, 2009 by Patricia Kay
1.0 out of 5 stars
over-rated
Against my better judgement, I gave this a try because of some recommendations from others. Ms. White was TERRIBLE on American Idol, and she does nothing to improve upon that for... Read more
Published on September 7, 2009 by Music Lover
5.0 out of 5 stars
Way to go!!
I loved every song, and that almost never happens. Can't wait for the next CD.
Published on May 8, 2009 by Kharma
1.0 out of 5 stars
Bad
This product - was bought with the thought it was a 'new' CD based on the price - the price of a CD with no hit songs on it is normally about $3. Read more
Published on April 10, 2009 by Robin N., Scott
5.0 out of 5 stars
Brooke White= easy listening
I have recently ordered a copy of "Songs From the Attic" by American Idol top ten contestant Brooke White. It is easy listening. Read more
Published on March 31, 2009 by Anaiah
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