Spin [Extra tracks, Import, Limited Edition]

Darren Hayes | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (November 12, 2002)
• Original Release Date: 2002
• Number of Discs: 2
• Format: Extra tracks, Import, Limited Edition
• Label: Sony/Bmg Int'l
• ASIN: B00006ZSD1
• Also Available in: Audio CD  |  Audio Cassette  |  MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (162 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #179,801 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Track Listings

1. Strange Relationship

2. Insatiable

3. Heart Attack

4. I Miss You

5. Creepin' Up on You

6. Dirty

7. Crush (1980 Me)

8. Good Enough

9. I Can't Ever Get Enough of You

10. Like It or Not

11. What You Like

12. Spin

Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com

Former Savage Garden-er Darren Hayes's long-awaited solo debut proves that light pop music can taste mighty good. The swoon-inspiring Aussie singer's love for the Smokey Robinson- and Michael Jackson-era Motown sound shines throughout Spin, though Hayes adds a slightly salty edge to the shiny, happy proceedings. The lightweight arrangements are mostly synth based, with cursory nods to au courant trends. "Insatiable" is bolstered by a slight Latin groove; "Crush (1980 Me)" recalls the Human League's sassy, computer bop; "Heart Attack" vividly recalls the aforementioned Jackson. The wistful ballads "I Miss You" and "Good Enough" are as fizzy as root beer floats. --Rebecca Levine --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Description

Spin

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Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

17 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Kickass, Addictive, and Hot..., March 19, 2002

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"fullmanator" (Oakland Park, FL United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Spin (Audio CD)

With chart-topping hits such as "Truly, Madly, Deeply," "I Want You," and "I Knew I Loved You," from the internationally-known Savage Garden, Darren Hayes embarks on his solo career with a BANG!

Starting at the top, "Strange Relationship" offers a dated-sounding smooth groove, already making your ears ask for more.

"Insatiable," his first single, shows his writing talent and range of vocals, as well as providing a great love song.

"Heart Attack" is the first of many danceable songs that sounds somewhat reminiscent of Michael Jackson's recent work.

"I Miss You" is one of his few Savage Garden-sounding songs that is a mellow hit that is easy to love.

"Creepin' Up On You" is another dated-sounding songs featuring a nice arrangement of strings, as well as a kickass beat to dance to.

"Dirty" is another MJ-type song, but Darren adds his signature bang to it with the harmony and chorus.

"Crush (1980 ME)" is a perfect example of how good you could take an 80's sounding song and add today's technology to it. His vocal layering and dance beat makes this song unique and awesome.

"Good Enough" is another slow groove, which gives a slow break to the dance, yet keeps up the mood, preparing you for...

"I Can't Ever Get Enough," a song that might send Enrique for a spin, as the Spanish-style guitar accents this song perfectly.

"Like It or Not" is a similar song as that above, very Savage Garden sounding, perfect in every way.

"What You Like" picks the tempo back up with a kick, with techno signatures weaving throughout the song.

Finally, "Spin," the title track is probably my favorite song over all. This song features some of his best harmony that will put Nsync's (perhaps) only talent to a big big shame. He layers the sounds with his voice, and it pays off.

Overall, I would strongly recommend this CD, as I am enjoying it greatly. My sister which (sadly) hated Savage Garden loves this CD as well.

Darren Hayes is here, and hopefully here for a good while.

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Must Have!, March 20, 2002

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J. Martin "ffej26" (Woodside, NY) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Spin (Audio CD)

This is an incredible album that was so much better than I expected. Darren Hayes has one of the most distinctive voices in music today, and has proven himself as a solo artist. All the songs are wonderfully sung and has some very original lyrics. The best track is Crush(1980 me). A funky uptempo ode to the 80's. Dirty and Creepin Up On You are also great uptempo tracks reminiscent of early Savage Garden hits. Then there are the classic ballads. Insatiable, I Miss You, and Like it or Not, all beautifully sung with Darrens signature falsetto and very heartfelt lyrics. This is a wonderful album. One that you can listen to over and over again and not get sick of it.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Get a taste of the tour!, September 29, 2002

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Joycelyn M. Haynes "jaybelle" (Kansas City, Missouri United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Spin (Audio CD)

True Darren Hayes fans will love this! In addition to Spin, the first solo project from the ex-Savage Garden crooner, listeners will get a taste of being in concert as they experience the disc of live performances included in this package. The spectacle of Savage Garden shows has gone, and is now replaced with the exquisite vocals of a great entertainer. These "unplugged" performances of favorite hits from his album Spin makes this a great listen. If you're not a fan, but you love good music, give it a spin...you won't be disappointed.