Cat Power - Jukebox - Deluxe Edition
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Free Music Review: Say Hi To Mainstream Music
Hit: 2 Stars
I have to agree with anyone who notes a difference, a dramatic one in Cat Power's sound. But are you really all that surprised? We all saw it coming with the Greatest...Which is by far a better album than this, though not the Cat Power early fans came to know. Cat Power is most definitely different now...not only in sound, but overall image, so no surprises here... Most notably shes sped things up a bit, just enough to lose that old sound where we just would hang on every long drawn out note. I miss that. It definitely felt more rich, more heartfelt, like you were listening to something real. To me Cat Power's greatest strength is her voice. Its pure raw beautiful sound. But thats cut short, diminished when she sings faster. Dont like this... I'll stick with You Are Free and everything before it.Free Music Review: What happened to Cat Power?
Hit: 1 Stars
I really wanted to enjoy this album, but I couldn't. Where did the Cat Power that everybody knows and loves go? The days of "Free" and " I don't Blame You" have disappeared. Her music has gone to a different place and is drawing a whole new crowd of people to her. I think she is far too talented of an artist to not be writing her own music. It would have been nice to hear even one song with some acoustic guitar or heart felt lyrics : )Free Music Review: Amazing transformation
Hit: 5 Stars
I first saw Cat Power in the Fall of 1996 in a small, half-filled, smokey now-defunct nightclub in Seattle that was owned by Peter Buck of REM's ex-wife. She played an insecure and frightened and very moving set of tracks from her first record, "What Would the Community Think?" She spoke very little to the audience, and looked a little bit like she was performing on the Moon. In fact, the whole show sort of felt that way. Fortunately she still managed to display her talents that evening, and as a number of us lined up to purchase the CD following the show, there was unanimous agreement that this girl had potential. Twelve years later, its remarkable to note the transformation which has occured with this artist. Cat Power has ridden her remarkable talent, and unique perspective on life right to the top of the game. And while the acclaimed "Greatest" was clearly indicative of the hard-earned courage and masterfulness finally possessed by the singer-songwriter adopted from NYC's indie rock scene into the Adult-Oriented Album radio format, "Jukebox" makes a more powerful statement. On this, her latest album focused mainly on covers of her favorite influences, Cat Power reaches a level better described as devestating. One is prone to smiling on your first couple listens as she works her magic into your heart as usual, only this time, not so much asking you to welcome it, but ramming it into you. She demonstrates an impressive culmination of fortitude and soul that arrives best through the type of battle-scarred experience that she has had. A veritable music warrior for years, Cat Power is now an all-star working her way toward the hall-of-fame. PS - the best 2 tracks may even be her own "Metal Heart" and "Song to Bobby." Get it and get ready to love it. Free Music Review: I love the music of Cat Power
Hit: 5 Stars
Chan Marshall is a talented singer and musician. I can't believe I haven't heard of her until now. It is clear that she has been influenced by many different artists. I love the song choices on this disc. Most of these songs are not instantly identifiable, but all are beautifully performed. Chan's rendition of "New York" is so smooth and sensual. I love the beat of the drums on this track. Another highlight is "Aretha, Sing One For Me". I think this song is very soulful and upbeat. "Lord, Help The Poor And Needy" is a new song to me. This track is about having hope when things are not going well in life. I also like the romantic track "Don't Explain". Chan's vocals are so seductive here. Billie Holiday would be proud of this cover. "I Believe In You" is a standout track. This classic song by Bob Dylan sounds better in Chan's vocal register. The guitar playing by Judah Bauer gives this track an energetic kick. I love the piano playing on the tracks "Blue". This song is about how everyone has insecurities in life.
I also like the piano playing on the original song "Song For Bobby". The bass guitar is so groovy on the track "Lost Someone". This song is a real gem because of the bass guitar. "Silver Stallion" is a song about the adventures a person can have on a horse. "She's Got You" is a pretty rendition of the Patsy Cline song. I love the music of Cat Power and her band.
Free Music Review: Downbeat and exciting...
Hit: 5 Stars
Chan Marshall wins again! Cat Power first came to my attention in 2006 with the release of "The Greatest"... and believe me I really felt "The Greatest" was the greatest. Now comes "Jukebox" and again Chan Marshall is won me over.
"Jukebox" is what I call jazz and blues for today's generation of music lovers. This album is dark and downbeat with shimmering pulses of excitement. From beginning to end each song captures you and keeps you listening.
The album opens with a understated yet vaguely bombastic cover of "New York, New York" which Chan calls "New York". Her voice is soothing as she sings "start spreading the news". This is "NY,NY" like I've never heard it before. While others merely have copied the original, Chan takes the song and gives it a new life and makes it completely her own.
Ramblin' (Wo)man" is Chan's take on Hank Williams' "Ramblin' Man" again she wins and makes even this classic her own.
Chan Marshall's voice, as understated as it is, has a great presence. Vocally Chan is not in the league as singers such as Nina Simone, Karen Carpenter, Annie Lennox or Aretha Franklin, though Chan possesses a charm all her own. She has her own sound and style which is inimitable and for that alone Chan is one of today's greatest vocal stylists. Her voice carries a gruff yet smooth melancholic confidence. She has a raw intimacy that nobody else on today's music scene can quite match.
At this early stage my favorite track is "Don't Explain" which has long been a Billie Holiday classic. Chan takes this blues staple and completely turns it around while retaining the song's underlying mournful blues feel. Chan's performance of this song, unique as it is, is every bit as effective as Billie Holiday's. Billie had her style and Chan has her own way of presenting jazz and blues to a society of music listeners waiting for something new and freshly exciting. Cat Power (Chan Marshall) fills the bill and succeeds.