Music reviews 2007

clumsy by fergie

Reviewed by adoniah

this song is so sick with fergies ohhh in it she should have just stuck with her normal kind of singing, but good on her for trying.

November 2007

It's Never Been Like That by Phoenix

reviewed by Yann

The frenchie rock band is back with an excellent album, really fresh, catchy… You just wanna dance!!! Don't miss this CD!!!

August 2007

Albertine Tour - Brooke Fraser

Saturday 14th April at the James Hay Theatre, Christchurch

Reviewed by Brydee

Friend, it’s getting late / we should be going / we’ve sat here beneath / these flickering neons for hour’
These very lines cast a spell over the crowd as Brooke’s angelic voice rang out over the soft strums of her guitar. The James Hay was packed to capacity with people of various ages and walks of life, and Sunday night’s concert (which was added because of popularity) was already sold out, demonstrating how Brooke appeals to such a wide audience.

The stage was a magnificently crafted living-room filled with antique nick-naks, and large olden day furniture, where Brooke’s international two piece band consisting of keyboardist/violinist Beth Balmer and drummer Ben West looked very much at home as they bantered like old friends with Brooke throughout the show. As she mixed her most popular songs off her debut album “What To Do With Daylight”, in with all the tracks off Albertine, Brooke delighted the crowd with stories of her life and chitchat about the world in general.

Perhaps the most touching part of the night was when Brooke spoke of her time spent in Rwanda and specifically of a young orphan that she had the opportunity to meet; Albertine, a young girl who within moments had captured Brooke’s heart, and as Brooke re-told the story Albertine captured the audience’s heart as well. Every song was performed to perfection and my personal favourites were Faithful and C.S. Lewis Song as they were delivered in a very personal and intimate way. As Brooke was introducing Hymn she told us how it was her first attempt at writing a hymn and whilst she was performing it you could feel her passion and love for her religion filling the room.

As the concert continued Brooke became more relaxed with the audience and swiftly dealt with some cheerful taunts from a gentleman in the front row. In between songs she explained about tuning her guitar and discussed the habit of eating placentas. Her witty sense of humour and honesty helped to fill the crowd with laughter all through the night. You could tell that Brooke was a just a normal kiwi lady with a huge heart and love for the world.

The James Hay Theatre was a very open venue and even from what was the furthest away seat possible, I still felt like the stage was just metres away. For the most part the sound was faultless, although on a few occasions Brooke’s voice was overwhelmed by the immense sound of the instruments. The lighting throughout the show created a homely atmosphere and hanging lanterns were used as a feature.

Speaking with Brooke after the show, it was easy to see that she loved being on stage but she also loved meeting her fans. “This is the best part of the night,” she gushed as she signed CDs and gave out hugs.

This concert left the audience with a strong sense of who Brooke Fraser is and how she wants to help people who are less fortunate than her. As Brooke finished with Shadowfeet her latest single, you could tell by the expressions on the audience’s faces that they did not want this spell to be broken, and that they would’ve quite happily sat there listening Brooke for the rest of the night.

August 2007

Three Cheers for Sweet Revenge by My Chemical Romance

Reviewed by Kieran

This is a brilliant album by the guys from MCR. An awesome ballad, and a great album for guys who like music which just makes you feel great.

July 2007

mcdonalds parking lot by nivea

Reviewed by Renee

its da bomb get it NOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

July 2007

chodilicious by the guys on The Edge

Reviewed by taylor

I'm totally loving this song right now it makes me want to make up my own version.

February 2007

Smells like teen spirit Nirvana

Reviewed by Yo
its old but awesomely cool

February 2007

Shake Ying-Yang Twins

Reviewed by Cheana
Well you need music because like when we are reading trough the PULSE PAGE for tips on HOMEWORK we need some music to get through our homework

January 2007

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