The Bridge

Melanie Fiona

Product Details

• Audio CD (November 10, 2009)
• Original Release Date: May 12, 2009
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Universal Music Group
• ASIN: B002CW4LR2
• In-Print Editions: MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #107 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

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Product Description

2009 release from the Canadian R&B singer/songwriter. Melanie's music is an eclectic yet glossy mix of tributes to the past and contemporary R&B. Even before she released an album, she impressed Kanye West enough to be invited to be the opening act during Kanye's 2008 European tour! Universal.

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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars The Bridge, October 27, 2009

By	Geminigirl (Philadelphia, PA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Bridge (MP3 Download)

I had been anticipating this album since the early summer release of the lead single, GIVE IT TO ME RIGHT and due to the push back of her release date (what is this the 4th?) I got scared that IDJ would do to Melanie what they did to Amerie and only release it overseas so I bought a copy from Amazon UK at a reasonable price.

It is a shame that Melanie hasn't gotten much shine on any morning shows or late night talk shows BUT what she has gotten is a chance to tour with Kanye this summer and has posted a few stunning live performance on YOU TUBE which gives listeners a chance to hear her stunning range.

The producers went for a certain throwback sound in producing this thematic album. The songs work well with her voice but my fear is that those who don't sample the tracks first may be deceived because the two singles released aren't representative of the whole album. Most of the tunes sound very much like nu-school Motown/Supremes tracks which lends cohesion but given the failure of a similarly presented album by Solange Knowles in the US, I'm not sure how well received Melanie Fiona's debut will be.

Having had the chance to listen to it a few times I think it's a good debut - it displays her vocal range and has a few memorable tracks, namely: GIVE IT TO ME RIGHT, G.A.M. (GROWN ASS MAN - only released on the import version), IT KILLS ME, BANG BANG, PRICELESS, MONDAY MORNING & YOU STOP MY HEART.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars The Bridge is a great introductory album, November 8, 2009

By	Joseph Paige Jr. "Joseph" (Bellflower, CA USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: The Bridge (MP3 Download)

It took me a few listens for me to get into the album. It was not something I loved on first listen. Partially due to the fact that the two leading singles are not representative of the sound of the album. Do not expect to hear a contemporary R&B album. Listening to the other tracks was reminiscent of Amy Winehouse's "Back to Black" album. However, Melanie doesn't quite master it as well as Amy was able to. Her voice is not the strongest but has to be one of the most pleasant ones currently out there today. My favorites track on the album "You Stop My Heart" meshes the backing vocals with her voice brilliantly. It's almost as though you're listening to an R&B lullaby. I believe this album has something for everyone and could be enjoyed by all ages. The Bridge has that sort of classic sound that will appeal to an older crowd, yet is still modern enough to be enjoyed by the top 40 listeners.

5.0 out of 5 stars The wait is over-----here's Melanie Fiona!!, November 20, 2009

By	Jimmie L. Batchelor (Memphis, TN, USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

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It's very rare to at least like an entire CD these days, let alone love it, but Melanie has made a short list of artists that have managed to do just that for me. Although I do love the entire set, early stand-outs (for me) are Give It To Me Right, Ay Yo, Monday Morning, You Stop My Heart and It Kills Me. Let's talk about It Kills Me, 'cause this song is killin' me softly----I just can't stop listening to it!! Saw the premier of the video for it on YouTube a month ago and have been hooked on it ever since. Can't get enough of it----it's both dramatic in it's delivery and haunting with that sad melody that makes me "get it" as well as love it.

I'm also loving how Melanie and her collaborators are trying something new by using Motown-esque samples and beats. I think we're seeing a new direction in/with R&B/soul music that's quite welcoming, if I say so myself.