A Funky Beats: October 2005

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Sunday, October 23, 2005

Will Pan Wei Bo - Ai Shang Wei Lai De Ni

Artist : Will Pan Wei Bo
Song : Ai Shang Wei Lai De Ni (Fell In Love With The Future You)
Genre : Pop
Language : Mandarin
Preview : Song
Review
: One of the fewer slow songs from this mega superstar rnb singer.

Ocean Ou De Yang - Lang Man Qun Dao

Artist : Ocean Ou De Yang
Song : Lang Man Qun Dao
Genre : Pop
Language : Mandarin
Preview : Song
Review : Mysterious singer who does show his actual face in his album or MV.

Boyz - Chap Ban Sung

Artist : Boyz
Song : Chap Ban Sung
Genre : Pop
Language : Cantonese
Preview : Song
Review : The group is actually breaking up. So, enjoy their last album.

E-kids - Goodbye

Artist : E-kids
Song : Goodbye
Genre : Pop
Language : Cantonese
Preview : Song
Review : I always thought that they are an RnB Hip-Hop group until I heard this song. Somehow, I like this song a lot though their vocal will need some polishing.

Miriam Yeung - Not The Same Summer

Artist : Miriam Yeung
Song : Not The Same Summer
Genre : Ballad
Language : Mandarin
Preview : Song
Review : You know what I like about her ? Her playful n cheeky attitude. Thus, it's so difficult for me to relate her attitude with her songs which sounds very sad and serious.

Fish Leong - Hua Yen (Garden)

Artist : Fish Leong
Song : Hua Yen (Garden)
Genre : Ballad
Language : Mandarin
Preview : Song
Review
: Oh Yeah...She's back !!! Held her concert in Malaysia last month. Widely regardless as the best song from her latest album.

Tension - Goodbye My Love

Artist : Tension
Song : Goodbye My Love
Genre : Ballad
Language : Mandarin
Preview : Song
Review : RnBish ballad. A great formula for the success of this group. Their previous hitz 'I Will be There' somehow pulled me towards this group. Ever since, they have been great, churning out 1 hitz after another.

Mayday - Wen Rou (Gentleness)

Artist : Mayday
Song : Wen Rou (Gentleness)
Genre : Ballad
Language : Mandarin
Preview : Song
Review : Older hitz song from them. A band who made it big not because of their looks but because of their talent.

Kangta - The Loneliness

Artist : Kangta
Song : The Loneliness
Genre : Ballad
Language : Mandarin
Preview : Song
Review : Chinese version of the song "Persona" from this Korean group. Although the pronunciation is a bit off but it's really a great song.

Alex Fong - Good Going

Artist : Alex Fong
Song : Good Going
Genre : Ballad
Language : Cantonese
Preview : Song
Review : Din I tell you guys that he is good ? No doubt one of my fave Chinese singer for the moment.

Friday, October 21, 2005

The Flowers - Xi Shua Shua

Artist : The Flowers
Song : Xi Shua Shua
Genre : Pop
Language : Mandarin
Preview : Song
Review : Male four-piece "The Flowers" from Mainland China have been called a talented group by CNN. "Xi Shua Shua" is their most-hyped song recently. It's continuation of their hilarious style. You may not hear clearly their lyrics but you will still be impressed by their enthusiasm and musical talent demonstrated in the song.

Cyndi Wang Xin Ling - Baby Baby Tell Me

Artist : Cyndi Wang Xin Ling
Song : Baby Baby Tell Me
Genre : Pop
Language : Mandarin
Preview : Song
Review : Boosting fame with TV series "Westside Story," Cyndi Wang's popularity kept soaring high. This song is from her 2nd album.

Joey Yung - Sai Seung Ji Yau (Only On This Planet)


Artist : Joey Yung
Song : Sai Seung Ji Yau (Only On This Planet)
Genre : Pop
Language : Cantonese
Preview : Song
Review : Regarded as the Asian Diva, Joey Yung released 4 new songs in April 05. This song is one of the better ones.

Energy - Everything In My Heart

Artist : Energy
Song : Everything In My Heart
Genre : Pop
Language : Mandarin
Preview : Song
Review : This song from their Final Fantasy album was actually taken from korean group named Supreme. It's original title is " I Swear", but energy made this song sounds different from da original.

Thursday, October 20, 2005

Zhang Zhi Cheng - Kuai Le (Happiness)

Artist : Zhang Zhi Cheng
Song : Kuai Le (Happiness)
Genre : Ballad
Language : Mandarin + Cantonese
Preview : Song
Review : This song is actually a remix of an old song. Another local boy who made it big.

Zhang Dong Liang - Ri Ri Ye Ye (Day And Night)

Artist : Zhang Dong Liang
Song : Ri Ri Ye Ye (Day And Night)
Genre : Ballad
Language : Mandarin
Preview : Song
Review
: This Astro Talent Quest winner is back with another hitz. A good effort which is popular on the local airwaves recently.

Landy Wen Lan - Zhu Wo Sheng Ri Kuai Le (Wish Myself A Happy Birthday)

Artist : Landy Wen Lan
Song : Zhu Wo Sheng Ri Kuai Le (Wish Myself A Happy Birthday)
Genre : Ballad
Language : Mandarin
Preview : Song
Review : A terribly sad song to listen to. But I kinda like the version where she duet with Jay Chow.

Huang Yi Da - Na Nu Hai Dui Wo Shuo (She Told Me)

Artist : Huang Yi Da
Song : Na Nu Hai Dui Wo Shuo (She Told Me)
Genre : Ballad
Language : Mandarin
Preview : Song
Review : Dis song is simply heart melting. Brilliant melody plus Yida's individual characteristic make this song unique. Singaporean and Malaysia fans should really support this singaporean new singer.

Alex Toh - Jia Keh Wo (Marry Me)

Artist : Alex Toh
Song : Jia Keh Wo (Marry Me)
Genre : Ballad
Language : Mandarin
Preview : Song
Review : Great promotion of the song. He actually dresses up as a bridegroom in an expensive and elegant white suit to promote this new song. Impressive ..

Alex Fong - Hope I Heard It Wrong

Artist : Alex Fong
Song : Hope I Heard It Wrong
Genre : Ballad
Language : Cantonese
Preview : Song
Review : Another great track from "Be Good" album. Wanted the upload

Alex Fong - ABC Kwun

Artist : Alex Fong
Song : ABC Kwun
Genre : Ballad
Language : Cantonese
Preview : Song
Review : "ABC Kwun" is probably the best song in his latest release, "Be Good". Having said that, thw whole album is superb!

30 Seconds To Mars - Attack

Artist : 30 Seconds To Mars
Song : Attack
Genre : Rock
Language : English
Preview : Song Lyrics
Review : What a name for a band ! Worth checking out. Had me screaming along at the top of my lungs.

Sum 41 - Noots

Artist : Sum 41
Song : Noots
Genre : Punk
Language : English
Preview : Song Lyrics
Review : Sum 41 is drifting further into hard rock territory if their 3rd album is anything to go by. Noots (whatever it means) is a a great up-tempo track from that album.

Sugarcult - Over

Artist : Sugarcult
Song : Over
Genre : Punk
Language : English
Preview : Song Lyrics
Review : With a name taken from a group of seven lesbians, Sugarcult was formed in 1998. It's a good-time-hard-partying band that demand your attention. Famed for their drinking, one member has already suffered from a stint in rehab, while every other has suffered a drink-related injury. This song is just a taste of the band.

Hawk Nelson - First Time

Artist : Hawk Nelson
Song : First Time
Genre : Punk
Language : English
Preview : Song Lyrics
Review
: These guys are like a mix of Relient K and Simple Plan. Super catchy tunes and great lyrics put their guitar driven tracks top of my list.

Backstreet Boys - Just Want You To Know

Artist : Backstreet Boys
Song : Just Want You To Know
Genre : Slow Alternative
Language : English
Preview : Song Lyrics
Review : Actually, I heard this song played everywhere and I was immediately attracted to it's power chorus but din know who sang it. Was surprised to find out that it's by the Backstreet Boys. After five years away from the music business, they are back with a light, pop-alt effort that should erase their previous bouncy, teen-pop personality. Definitely sounding more mature and it could very well expand their fan base, me included :)

Fort Minor - Believe Me

Artist : Fort Minor
Song : Believe Me
Genre : Hip-Hop
Language : English
Preview : Song Lyrics
Review : Ever wonder why the name Fort Minor ? Well, Mike Shinoda chose the name to reflect the dynamic between opposites — something big and strong vs. something small and slight. The band name is not the only unique aspect in this "side project". Most of the songs spot weird instruments which is refreshing. I am absolutely loving this band as it infuses my favs: the searing alternative rock with equally intense hip-hop. Way to go !!! Shinoda's polished lyricism and his musical adeptness in rapping added punch to this magnificent piece.

John Cena - Right Now

Artist : John Cena
Song : Right Now
Genre : RnB
Language : English
Preview : Song Lyrics
Review : John Cena is a wrestler ! But what has a wrestler got to do with music ? Let's see if we can track the origins of how this song came to be. It started on WWE: Smackdown a few years back. Halloween roles around and all the wrestlers were in costumes, in cames Cena done up like Vanilla Ice and gave a goofy little rap, the rap thing became a part of the gimmick, gimmick became popular, then talks of an album came up. That brings us to the present where a wrestling gimmick inspired a rap album. The big question is, is it any good? Hmmmm, it's great actually. Cena has got a good flow and timing. The beats have an old school feel to them. And if anyone in the WWE tries to "Mess with the best" then they will "Die like the rest."

Twista - Girl Tonite

Artist : Twista
Song : Girl Tonite
Genre : RnB
Language : English
Preview : Song Lyrics
Review : Twista came into the scene with the same pace, power and force as where his name came from. The breathtaking “Girl Tonite” features Twista’s label mate Trey Songz to good effect. This song is really cute.

Liberty X - Song 4 Lovers

Artist : Liberty X
Song : Song 4 Lovers
Genre : RnB
Language : English
Preview : Song Lyrics
Review : Liberty X have made another fantastic single. It's a catchy midtempo gospel-rap song, which can't be compared to any of their older materials. A fantastic collaboration with Rev Run of Run DMC. Good vocals, catchy, upbeat and possibly a number 1 hit!

Boyz II Men - Good Guy

Artist : Boyz II Men
Song : Good Guy
Genre : RnB
Language : English
Preview : Song Lyrics
Review : For all those people who thought Boyz II Men were through, they better think again. Their new album is getting great reviews. You wil notice that they have progressed to singing more upbeat songs like this one. Listened to it like 5 times on repeat the very first time I heard it :)

Ricky Martin - I Don't Care

Artist : Ricky Martin
Song : I Don't Care
Genre : RnB
Language : English
Preview : Song Lyrics
Review : Life is Ricky's fourth English album. Released this month, it will definitely hit the high notes with 2 hitz songs, "Life" and "I Don't Care". This is the first single off the album featuring Fat Joe and Amerie. He will definitely be shaking his booty with this song.

Tuesday, October 11, 2005

Sean Paul - We Be Burnin’

Artist : Sean Paul
Song : We Be Burnin’
Genre : Hip-Hop
Language : English
Preview : Song Lyrics
Review
: Sean Paul returns with another infectious slice of reggae pop. I can only describe Sean's songs as having distinctive vocals with a stupid sounding catchy chorus coz I have no idea what he is singing about.

Kanye West - Gold Digger

Artist : Kanye West
Song : Gold Digger
Genre : Hip-Hop
Language : English
Preview : Song Lyrics
Review : Kanye West and Oscar-winning actor Jamie Foxx have hooked up again for this brand new banger. The track has Jamie Foxx rocking that Ray Charles sound to perfection with Kanye dropping some gems behind the boards and on the mic.

Oasis - The Importance Of Being Idle

Artist : Oasis
Song : The Importance Of Being Idle
Genre : Alternative
Language : English
Preview : Song Lyrics
Review
: Could it be that Oasis are finally, belatedly returning to form? The kind of form that made Morning Glory so revered. "The Importance Of Being Idle" is something entirely and refreshingly different. It plays to Noel’s capable vocals and a very un-Oasis guitar solo. A good effort but...still along way to go to recapture the glory days.

Monday, October 10, 2005

Bloodhound Gang - Foxtrot Uniform Charlie Kilo

Artist : Bloodhound Gang
Song : Foxtrot Uniform Charlie Kilo
Genre : Alternative
Language : English
Preview : Song Lyrics
Review : Catchy, fun, and devastatingly naughty, Foxtrot Uniform Charlie Kilo essentially lists innuendos alluding to you-know-what with the stunningly imaginative chorus “Foxtrot Uniform Charlie Kilo pronto!”. As naughthy as "The Bad Touch" :)

David Gray - The One I Love

Artist : David Gray
Song : The One I Love
Genre : Slow Alternative
Language : English
Preview : Song Lyrics
Review : Fumbling his way back into the charts, David Gray may be a little pissed to find that James Blunt has marched onto his territory. This is yet another typical piece from him, lightweight balladry but seemed somehwhat lifeless to brush James Blunt aside.

Gavin Degraw - Follow Through

Artist : Gavin Degraw
Song : Follow Through
Genre : Slow Alternative
Language : English
Preview : Song Lyrics
Review : This is a classic campfire love song. Strung out on an acoustic guitar, DeGraw's country-esque love song sees him sounding like Paul McCartney at times.

Simon Webbe - Lay Your Hands On Me

Artist : Simon Webbe
Song : Lay Your Hands On Me
Genre : Pop
Language : English
Preview : Song Lyrics
Review
: Being able to branch out from Blue and express himself with his own material has proven just how talented Simon Webbe is. "Lay Your Hands On Me" is a fantastic song. Beautiful melody,lyrics and vocals. Somewhat a mixture between Akon-inspired chipmunk-sounding hook and The Lighthouse Family.

Babyface - Sorry For The Stupid Things

Artist : Babyface
Song : Sorry For The Stupid Things
Genre : Ballad
Language : English
Preview : Song Lyrics
Review
: Again, one of the best ballad singer. Truely. This song is sang with so much emotion.