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When the most exciting producer in pop music himself puts out a CD, the thrill is in the discovery: The world may have already suspected that Justin Timberlake, Nelly Furtado, and a small army of other singers owed 75% of their fame to the stockpile of skittering beats Timbaland built and then graciously set them upon, but here's a chance to prove it. Or it might have been in less welcoming hands. Shock Value is a far-reaching and ambitious disc; a masterpiece, even, in its own way. But it's not at all self-centered. If there's a point being put across here, it's that Timbaland came by your vote as behind-the-scenes musical man of the hour honestly: pair him with Fall Out Boy or the Strokes, and he will not only provide tracks that surprise you by maintaining their rock 'n' roll integrity, he will also convince you that shimmer's role in rock music has, to now, been tragically misguided and miniscule. Re-team him with Timberlake and Furtado (for the near-flawless track "Give It to Me") and he will again trade vocal bites, but they will still be nibbly, not voracious. In a CD full of experiments and puzzles (why is Elton John just piano-playing, not singing? And how did the L.A. band One Republic end up on this disc?) a single truth emerges: Timbaland's taste is impeccable, but his judgment is even better. Shock Value, by virtue of its swirly beats and mesmerizing rhythms, will bring him a smidge closer to the spotlight. But because it's a disc of collaborations, he'll retain the shadowy-genius reputation that precedes him, and that he so richly deserves. --Tammy La Gorce
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Timbaland is already acknowledged as one of music's most inventive and distinctive creators. Yet the artist/producer's forthcoming album, just his second solo album, promises to shock the world. Timbaland Presents Shock Value (Mosley Music Group/Blackground/Interscope) is set for release April 3, 2007. The first single, 'Give It To Me,' featuring Justin Timberlake and Nelly Furtado. 'My mission is to blow up the boundaries and tear down the limits,' says Timbaland. I'm taking my music outside of the box. I'm not getting away from what I'm known for; I'm just going to a place where it's all about the music, not about the labels on the music. That's why I call it Shock Value--from the artists to the production, it will shock the system. Guests include Justin Timberlake, Nelly Furtadio, Jay-Z, Fall Out Boy, Nicole Scherzinger (PCD), Snoop Dogg, Lil' Wayne, Twista, She Wants Revenge, The Hives, Keri Hilson, Elton John and more. This is the explict version.
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48 of 51 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
I'm torn, in listening to Timbaland's new album Shock Value, between being genuinely impressed, and wondering if it was all meant to sound very similar. Part of what irks me so much about Timbaland's productions is that his stuff is so accessible and recognizable, there almost isn't room for the artist to be themself. (Nelly Furtado's "Say It Right", for example) On this album, the beats rule. They are Timbaland's voice, his palette, his paintbrush, his paint...the glue that holds the entire operation together. It is his greatest strength, and I also feel his biggest weakness. Beats are great, but I feel they can only get you so far.
Timbo has about 5 radio hits nestled in this album, and some collaborations that will prove interesting in the future. He's discovered a fantastic singer, Keri Hilson, and stuck her in the album three times, once with Pussycat Doll Nicole Scherzinger, once with D.O.E. and once with Sebastian. Each song showcases her considerable talent, and I am eagerly anticipating her solo album (as long as it isn't positively littered with Timbaland's beats). "Give It To Me", obviously, is already a hit since it features the vocals of two artists he can claim credit for being "HRN" (hot right now). "Release" is a fast-paced song that just makes you want to move. "Bounce" is a dirty silly song that is almost guaranteed to get some attention, but not because it has any real merit for anything. "Scream", the collaboration between Keri Hilson, Nicole Scherzinger, and himself. "Fantasy" brings up the tail, having a ton of intensity and a cutesy r&b chanteuse named Money.
There are some collaborations here that are questionable, like Fall Out Boy, the Hives, or She Wants Revenge. But what seems awkward at first seems almost second nature by the end of the disc. I am glad that Timbo took these excursions into different genres, because it shows a true open mind and a willingness to try new things. I feel that these collaborations could open up interesting avenues, musically speaking, to styles we haven't properly considered in the past. Now we have a reference. "What would happen if we put some hot r&b/hip-hop beats to this pop-punk band? Ah! "One And Only" by Timbaland and Fall Out Boy is what would happen." It's not a bad claim.
Again, a large part of me feels like I'm listening to the same song over and over with different singers, so I think Timbaland needs to spend a little less time with the drum machine and more time trying to make the song stand well if those signature beats are taken away. That will show his true lasting power as his own solo artist, I believe.
Timbo has about 5 radio hits nestled in this album, and some collaborations that will prove interesting in the future. He's discovered a fantastic singer, Keri Hilson, and stuck her in the album three times, once with Pussycat Doll Nicole Scherzinger, once with D.O.E. and once with Sebastian. Each song showcases her considerable talent, and I am eagerly anticipating her solo album (as long as it isn't positively littered with Timbaland's beats). "Give It To Me", obviously, is already a hit since it features the vocals of two artists he can claim credit for being "HRN" (hot right now). "Release" is a fast-paced song that just makes you want to move. "Bounce" is a dirty silly song that is almost guaranteed to get some attention, but not because it has any real merit for anything. "Scream", the collaboration between Keri Hilson, Nicole Scherzinger, and himself. "Fantasy" brings up the tail, having a ton of intensity and a cutesy r&b chanteuse named Money.
There are some collaborations here that are questionable, like Fall Out Boy, the Hives, or She Wants Revenge. But what seems awkward at first seems almost second nature by the end of the disc. I am glad that Timbo took these excursions into different genres, because it shows a true open mind and a willingness to try new things. I feel that these collaborations could open up interesting avenues, musically speaking, to styles we haven't properly considered in the past. Now we have a reference. "What would happen if we put some hot r&b/hip-hop beats to this pop-punk band? Ah! "One And Only" by Timbaland and Fall Out Boy is what would happen." It's not a bad claim.
Again, a large part of me feels like I'm listening to the same song over and over with different singers, so I think Timbaland needs to spend a little less time with the drum machine and more time trying to make the song stand well if those signature beats are taken away. That will show his true lasting power as his own solo artist, I believe.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
By Lauren F.
Format:Audio CD
Generally I only buy a CD if I like at least 3/4 songs, with this CD I liked Give it to Me with JT and Nelly F. that I had to have the CD. I knew I wouldn't be disappointed b/c all of Timbalands beat are always fresh and new. After a few listens through I really was surprised how much I liked the whole CD. He has songs with everyone from Missy, to Justin, to Elton John, and Fallout Boy. This CD really shows his skills to work with any and all kinds of music and with any and all types of groups.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
By Dave Asky
Format:Audio CD
Off The Bat Top Tracks:
4. The Way I Are - Amazin Sound Great Production
11. Miscommunication - Danja Does His Thing For This One
12. Bombay - Change Up In The Music Style
14. Time - She Wants Revenge Props Great Song
15. One & Only - Fall Out Boy Adds Their Edge
16. Apologize - One Republic Defined The Flavor
17. 2 Man Show - Its Elton On The Piano Great Blend Of Composition
^^These Are The Tracks That I Can Listen To Over And Over Again
10. Notable Mention: Scream - w/ Keri Hilson and Nicole Scherzinger
^^ Keri Hilson someone to look out for and ofcoarse Nicole Scherzinger is always amazing when she graces the tracks and videos.
Basically my favorite songs from the album are mostly the last ones(saving best for last).
Very nice production from the timbaland & danja group & their associates.
The only track i wasnt really feeling was 6. Come & Get Me, the rest that i did not menton where all great production wise and good vocally.
Timbaland deserves a lot of props for his continual excellence in bringing quality to the music industry.
4. The Way I Are - Amazin Sound Great Production
11. Miscommunication - Danja Does His Thing For This One
12. Bombay - Change Up In The Music Style
14. Time - She Wants Revenge Props Great Song
15. One & Only - Fall Out Boy Adds Their Edge
16. Apologize - One Republic Defined The Flavor
17. 2 Man Show - Its Elton On The Piano Great Blend Of Composition
^^These Are The Tracks That I Can Listen To Over And Over Again
10. Notable Mention: Scream - w/ Keri Hilson and Nicole Scherzinger
^^ Keri Hilson someone to look out for and ofcoarse Nicole Scherzinger is always amazing when she graces the tracks and videos.
Basically my favorite songs from the album are mostly the last ones(saving best for last).
Very nice production from the timbaland & danja group & their associates.
The only track i wasnt really feeling was 6. Come & Get Me, the rest that i did not menton where all great production wise and good vocally.
Timbaland deserves a lot of props for his continual excellence in bringing quality to the music industry.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Love this CD
I love almost every single song on the disc! It arrived quick and in perfect condition. I am enjoying it every time I get into my car.
Published 3 months ago by sher
2.0 out of 5 stars
Not impressed
These cd didn't impress me as much as I thought that it would. There's only two songs on it that I think are good.
Published 4 months ago by Crystal
5.0 out of 5 stars
AMAZING ALBUM!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
WHAT CAN I SAY THIS CD WAS WORTH THE MONEY U SPENT FOR THERE IS NO DOUBT ABOUT IT. BOUNCE (5 STARS), ONE & ONLY (5 STARS), APOLOGIZE (5 STARS), GIVE IT TO ME (5 STARS), COME AND... Read more
Published on June 29, 2010 by JERU
4.0 out of 5 stars
Songs that amused me a while back...
I can see where this album would find a comfortable home among your typical party environment, so you should give this record a spin.
Published on April 20, 2009 by Christopher Castello
5.0 out of 5 stars
The delivery for Timbaland Shock Value
I'm a very satisfied costomer with the condition and delivery. I have been enjoying the music of Timbaland Shock Value. Thank you.
Published on March 28, 2009 by Nicholas M. Vanbuskirk
5.0 out of 5 stars
Brilliant
Let's not over-think this masterpiece. Sure it's full of radio friendliness, but that doesn't necessarily detract from the artistry. Read more
Published on January 26, 2009 by N. Dane
3.0 out of 5 stars
CD
The CD itself is good enough, but no cover for the CD, which is very bad and looks poor.
Published on September 30, 2008 by Feng Pan
3.0 out of 5 stars
I was surprised I liked some of the songs!
Last year I thought Timbaland was one of the most overrated producers in the game. I liked some of the singles from "Shock Value" so I decided to get it at the used cd store. Read more
Published on September 23, 2008 by Eric Smith
1.0 out of 5 stars
Don't Order here if you are in a hurry!
I ordered this 34 days ago, and still do not have it. Very disappointing!
Published on September 15, 2008 by Susan Anthony
5.0 out of 5 stars
Put it on shuffle and leave it on all day!
I first listened to this album late at night doing a 2 hour drive home. It was probably one of the best times to listen to it. What an amazing album. Read more
Published on July 31, 2008 by jjBayLegend
