A Funky Beats: September 2005

Funky Beats

Thursday, September 29, 2005

James Blunt - Goodbye My Lover

Artist : James Blunt
Song : Goodbye My Lover
Genre : Ballad
Language : English
Preview : Song Lyrics
Review
: Goodbye My Lover is probably the second best song in the album.It sings about failed relationships with so much emotion poured into it. Initially I find his songs too average but after listening to the whole album, I have to say he is well above average. For this track, the lyrics is very thought provocating.

Tamara Jaber - Hard For Me

Artist : Tamara Jaber
Song : Hard For Me
Genre : Ballad
Language : English
Preview : Song Lyrics
Review : Written by herself, Hard For Me is a slow building love song that packages an infectious chorus and soaring harmonies. It's rich with emotion and attitude, exploring the pain of a relationship gone wrong. Definitely one of Australia's rising pop queens.

Yellowcard - Gifts And Curses

Artist : Yellowcard
Song : Gifts And Curses
Genre : Punk
Language : English
Preview : Song Lyrics
Review
: Starting off with some heavy guitars while the soothing intro flows in halfway through. The lyrics are sung with a dramatic layer, and the meaning of the words finishes it off. After 2 verses it’s time to throw in the bridge, and the piano takes you in, with the violin taking the lower notes, guiding various other string instruments towards a musical climax that leaves an emotional mark no matter how you listen to it.

Wednesday, September 28, 2005

Mayday - Zhi Zu

Artist : Mayday
Song : Zhi Zu
Genre : Ballad
Language : Mandarin
Preview : Song
Review : One of the few ballads from the album.

Mayday - Jing Tuo Xia

Artist : Mayday
Song : Jing Tuo Xia
Genre : Pop
Language : Hokkien + Mandarin
Preview : Song
Review : Yet another hitz but this is in Hokkien.

Mayday - Lian Ai-ing

Artist : Mayday
Song : Lian Ai-ing
Genre : Pop
Language : Mandarin
Preview : Song
Review : Hitz from their latest album. An upbeat song.

Thursday, September 22, 2005

Sugababes - Push The Button

Artist : Sugababes
Song : Push The Button
Genre : Pop
Language : English
Preview : Song Lyrics
Review : This song is so catchy and has fun sprinkled all over it's melody. Guaranteed to have you singing along and moving ya body.

Bon Jovi - Have A Nice Day

Artist : Bon Jovi
Song : Have A Nice Day
Genre : Alternative
Language : English
Preview : Song Lyrics
Review : Yet another feels-good song from them. My advice, turn on ur speakers to max vol n rawks with the music !!!

Wednesday, September 21, 2005

Nickelback - Photograph

Artist : Nickelback
Song : Photograph
Genre : Slow Alternative
Language : English
Preview : Song Lyrics
Review : Oh just can't get enough of that grainy voice.

Tuesday, September 20, 2005

Rainie Yang - Ai Mei

Artist : Rainie Yang Chen Ling
Song : Ai Mei
Genre : Ballad
Language : Mandarin
Preview : Song
Review : Hit song from her. Nice ballad.

Rainie Yang - Think Of Lover

Artist : Rainie Yang Chen Ling
Song : Think Of Lover
Genre : Ballad
Language : Mandarin
Preview : Song
Review
: She was the lead singer for 4InLove. I find that this song is very cute.

Monday, September 19, 2005

Jack's Mannequin - Bruised

Artist : Jack's Mannequin
Song : Bruised
Genre : Slow Alternative
Language : English
Preview : Song Lyrics
Review
: This is a terrific song. A kicking drum line gives it somewhat of an upbeat feel, but everything else feels very laid back and mellow. Interesting....

Tuesday, September 13, 2005

Ruffedge - Grindin'

Artist : Ruffedge
Song : Grindin'
Genre : Hip-Hop
Language : English + Malay
Preview : Song Lyrics
Review
: Malaysian Hip-Hop at it's best.

Thursday, September 08, 2005

Pappa Bear - When The Rain Begins To Fall

Artist : Pappa Bear
Song : When The Rain Begins To Fall
Genre : RnB
Language : English
Preview : Song Lyrics
Review
: This is an old song but it's my all time fav for an rnb rap song. It's so smooth, perfect for a slow body-to-body dance :)

Wednesday, September 07, 2005

Relient K - Which To Bury, Us Or The Hatchet

Artist : Relient K
Song : Which To Bury, Us Or The Hatchet
Genre : Punk
Language : English
Preview : Song Lyrics
Review : Relient K is definitely one of my fav punk band. I like this song because I felt the lyrics is so real. It makes you wonder if this band watch ur life for song material :) Anyway, it's about a fight between the artist and a good friend. He points out that the friend he's having a conflict with doesn't seem to remember any of their good memories together but keeps all the bad ones. I suppose the message is to forgive people. Don't hold a grudge, it doesn't only hurt you, but it hurts your friend, the fault will most often rest not only with your friend, but also with you. Always reflect on your actions before you blame others.

Tuesday, September 06, 2005

Marc Terenzi - Love To Be Loved By You

Artist : Marc Terenzi
Song : Love To Be Loved By You
Genre : Ballad
Language : English
Preview : Song Lyrics
Review : I hope you guys like this song as I pumped in so much effort to get it. I was absolutely stunned when I first saw the MV....simply superb. In case you are still in the blur, Marc Terenzi is Sarah Connor's hubby. They starred in the first ever German celebrity docusoap. The docusoap called "Sarah & Marc in Love - The Wedding of the Year" follows the two popstars in their everyday life on the way to their big white wedding in Spain on 18th Aug 05. This absolutely beautiful song is their wedding song. I was hooked on the show, hooked on this song and absolutely hooked on the MV. All probably bcoz it potrays something so beautiful which I'm deprived of so far.....

Monday, September 05, 2005

Sylvester Sim - Shou Yi

Artist : Sylvester Sim
Song : Shou Yi
Genre : Pop
Language : Mandarin
Preview : Song
Review : First album by this Singapore Idol finalist. Not a bad effort.

Thursday, September 01, 2005

Babyface - The Loneliness

Artist : Babyface
Song : The Loneliness
Genre : Ballad
Language : English
Preview : Song Lyrics
Review
: This is an awesome song, deep lyrics, divide tune. Definitely one of the best sad ballad I've ever heard. I used to put this song on replay....listening to it over and over again. Almost felt that the song was written for me.