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Free Music Review: A bit disappointed
Hit: 3 Stars
First of all, she did "I Dream I Dwelt in Marble Halls" which like, every celtic artist has tried to do to surpass Enya. And for Aileen Duinn...it ripped off practically every chord used in Capercaillies version, and its followed by some cheap electronic beat. Overall, she probably didn't write any of the songs (which displeases me and others I know). She should of sticked to Anuna under Micheal McGlynn :-)Free Music Review: " Voice of an Angel, is Meav "
Hit: 4 Stars
First I would like to say Meav's voice is flawless. Her notes are pure and clear, and she floats around the songs.Meav can hit very high notes, but she never sounds squeaky or raspy. My favorite track on this disc is Aileen Duinn. I have heard one other version of this song, but this one is much better. You can just picture it floating over the Irish hills.
Ok, now I am going to go ahead and give some negatives, but that doesn't mean I don't enjoy this disc. Before buying everyone should hear the praises and the weaknesses:
I have always loved "I Dreamt I Dwelt In Marble Halls" Meav sings it beautifully, but maybe just a little to unemotionally. Enya's version to me sounds like a lullaby, this one sounds nice, but doesn't have that dreamy quality. My other complaint would be Meav doesn't sing enough. Too many of her songs are at least half music, or choir type fill ins. Especially "Im A Doun", in which Meav sings a few lines at the beginning and not a peep through the rest of the song. "Celtic Prayer" also has some lines at the beginning and then at the end, the middle is all music. I am thinking this comes from her days of singing with the choral group Anuna. This little lady has more than enough talent to make it as a soloist, maybe on her next album she'll realize that she can carry the songs on her voice alone, and she doesn't need so much help from the orchestra.
Free Music Review: Beautiful Vocals and Ancient Soundscapes
Hit: 4 Stars
One of my favorite tracks of all time, "I Dreamt I Dwealt In Marble Halls", is done with superb vocal talent by Irish vocalist Meav. A pure soprano with a nice range, Meav shows she is just as talented as the other more recognized Irish singers out there at the present. With beautiful instrumentation and terrific arrangements, Meav does not fail to stun. The Theme From Rob Roy is of course included here, sung incredibly well. "She Moved Through The Fair" is a traditional Celtic piece with a great rhythm section. "Solveig's Song" has an astounding section with just mouth music--no words, just Meav's high tones. Fabulous. "Im A Doun" features sweet harmonies over an insistent beat. "The Death Of Queen Jane" is a very baroque sounding piece, complete with accoustic guitar and harpischord. The last two songs done on this CD, "One I Love" and "Celtic Prayer", accent Meav's voice greatly. "One I Love" is mostly a cappella, and "Celtic Prayer" has only a few vocal parts, but each track leaves you in awe of the amazing vocal ability of this young Irish woman.Free Music Review: Outstanding
Hit: 5 Stars
She has an outstanding vocal range, and really feels the music. If you love good singing, you'll love this CD, regardless of whether you like Celtic music.Free Music Review: Very Good
Hit: 4 Stars
I had high expectations for this CD, because I had already listened to track 1 and loved it. When I first listened to the CD I was even more amazed by the voice of Meav, but some of the tracks seemed to me a little predictable (of course there are exceptions, like track 11 for example, which is entirely vocal and has the most romantic lyrics ever). Anyway, it is a very good CD and I'm looking forward to her next one.