I recently got an email from one of my blog readers on how I never do a review on guy artists. Well, I have been thinking about it since 2 weeks ago (pardon me for the late post) and here's why. I have been so into girl singers because most of the girls really bring it to the table, and no offence to the guys, I really think that male singers are getting drowned by the overloads of these girl scout singers. Probably due to that reason and many more... I did my soul searching, google googling and puff!! I have an eye on this male. Sounds nasty, but here's the thing! I hated him before because I thought he would be just anotha-justin wannabe trying to let the girls melting, but I absolutely LOVE the way he does it now on his new song, which, I must say... It is Cody Simpson's way. FINALLY!! The song is titled "Pretty Brown Eyes", which has hit digital media now.
The Australian teen heart throb is doing what I think a lot of singers will follow. A breezy pop music that will booze up your summer with beach-inspired tracks and really modern simple sounds are the influence that has brought this short yet appropriate track a nod to the higher chart listing. Cody sings her way to the girl he already eyes, and get flirtatious with the blunt lyrics such "Hey there, pretty brown eyes. Whatcha doin' later tonight? Would you mind if I spent time with you?... ". Ladies... come on! pretty hottie like Cody is doing that with you, would you resist?
Oh, yes. another treat from this cute pop summer jam is the visual. Don't expect anything dirty because he's just playing and having a good time in the pool. I guess you know what I mean. A pool party with no shirt on, yes! Bikinis, yes! Cody courting the ladies, yes! sun bathing, yes indeed. It's everything summer is all about. I don't know about you, but Cody is a teenage hottie with a charisma that I never know does exist in him (sorry fans, I just knew!)
Without further ado, I suggest you go download the song, and if you wanna check on him, I mean his music video via YouTube, click below and enjoy the track... and summer...
Another treat for you is one of Cody's acoustic songs, which I also like... titled "Awake All Night"
Another day, another star has debuted and rising on my hot song playlist. And apparently, this girl has made me a stan with a song that is not her released single yet. Interesting, but that's what music so artistically miraculous. The essence of her music is young, contemporary, current and inspiring. Hella welcome! Introducing the amazing Britt Nicole.
Well, she is new-not-so-new in this industry when she has started her musical journey since 2004. With three albums on her biography, she is surely not a rookie when it comes to Christian Contemporary Music. What makes her different from the other CCM artist is that the songs is not completely about worshipping God with blunt lyrics. Instead, she used storylines, metaphors and scenarios while keeping the beats very current and top 40 friendly which make us wanting to empathize on the situations and make us believe that God is there to help us through. Brilliant!! I don't know about you but it surely does me the favor!
Keeping the positive vibe ala Delta Goodrem, she really won my vote with her latest album, "Gold", spawning 4 great singles so far, including the hit "Gold", which has been a successful mainstream single of her career yet. But what makes me like this album besides the creative vibe is how pop and current this album sounds, which kinda different in what I had in mind on how christian albums sound. Every song in this album is great, but I am going to review my most favorite tracks off this killa album.
Gold, is the opening track, glowing positivity on how "you're worth more than gold" and you shouldn't be ashamed to "wear your crown, you're a king, you're a queen inside and out". This track reminded me of Pink's "Fuckin' Perfect", Katy Perry's "Firework", even Cindy Lauper's "True Color". This song gives me chills on how inspiring this song will be on today's bullying crimes on students that is increasing every day. This song totally will help those who feel down and unworthy due to their insecurities and makes them inspired to be proud of their flaws and inspire people to make the flaws awesome.
Breakthrough, is my favorite track from the album. The song is probably her experimental track yet, which mixing pop sounds with dubstep and EDM sounding. I may compare this song to Taylor Swift's "I Knew You Were Trouble", which I think this song is MORE EDGIER. The Dubstep breakdown is really SLAY!! A must HAVE track!! The lyrics are telling us to break through from the fear and inscurities and make a change from inside. Inspiring and current. Like it like it!!
Stand, is one of the standout tracks as well with big inspiring chorus that leans more on being faithful and believe to stand up even when you're down because you believe in God's plan and He won't just leave you. I see this song a big top 10 on the Christian charts, with an angelic music video. The song reminds me a little bit of Halo, and Already Gone. A good reference to a song that also makes me push the repeat button.
The Sun Is Rising, is a song that makes me believe in the light the shines us every day and be thankful. This song screams positivity and gives you a good feeling of believing in God's presence, and that tomorrow is and will be a better day when you look "beyond the clouds". I like it how she sings it so light and no gimmicks in this big ballad track.
Amazing Life, takes us back to the 80s party era. When you think a party song with a title like this screams sex and all, think again. The song is pure fun and all about boosting confidence and feel comfortable in a positive life. Clever lyrics like "I wanna drink from drops of sunshine" surely wants you to move and sway on the outdoor/beach/park parties and the song is very teenage appropriate. I think we got another songs that doesn't inspire the kids to "do it" on songs and still stuck with the "la-a-a-a-a-ife" hook, so catchy that you won't barely noticed after drinking pomegranate juice.
Overall, this album is full of inspired and motivational tracks that can lift your day. Teens, if you're bored from listening to the old school inspirational songs, this album fits you to just blast your speakers and see things a lot happier. At least to me, it works!!
LIP Rate: 4 LIPS!!!
Favorite Tracks : Breakthrough, Gold, Stand, The Sun Is Rising, Amazing Life
Oh, btw... here is the music video for the single "Gold" which has hit top 20 on iTunes. Enjoy new music and kiss to artistic!!