Cheryl Cole

Got Swing!
$18.98
This is a very enjoyable album. The sound quality is absolutely amazing! The first time I heard the clarinet solo on track #2, my jaw dropped at the amazing sound quality. The soloists on the album include John Pizzareli, and the Manhattan Transfer. They are great musicians that bring a bit of variety to this album. There is only one bad thing that I could say about this album is pretty minor. The hybrid SACD is supposed to be able to play on all CD players. I have had problems playing this on regular CD players.

Cole Porter Songbook
$47.98

Believe
$9.98
I have followed Orianthi's artistry for several years: long before Carrie Underwood, long before Michael Jackson. I purchased her first CD Violet Journey and was simply amazed at the talent of her guitar playing. I watched each and every video on the internet. I eagerly awaited this new CD: and it was worth the wait and then some. The CD is very well produced and the songs flow one into the other. Intelligent songwriting and incredible guitar work. Simply put, Orianthi is phenomenal! I believe she is the next superstar in the guitar world bar none. Do yourself a favor: Believe it and Buy It!

ECHO
$13.98
I finally got the CD today and listened to it several times in order to get a feel for the songs, and I must say, so far, I love them! "Echo" has got a very fresh feel, and there are definitely differences between the songs on this album and those on "Spirit" in the sense that there are more unique sounds and a wider variety of genres. The production is great, and most importantly, as always, the vocals are outstanding! Breakdown:

1) Happy-Great first single with nice lyrics and arrangement. Definitely a hit.

2) I Got You-Upbeat, cheerful. Sounds like it can be the opening theme song for a TV show.

3) Love Letter-Another upbeat track with a sound similar to some of the songs released in the late 90's by other UK pop groups.

4) Can't Breathe-Nice tempo and R&B feel. Seems to be the favorite track of most listeners, based on other reviews I've read.

5) You Don't Care-This one stood out right away. I'm a huge Beatles fan, and certain parts reminded me of some of their songs (Strawberry Fields Forever, I Am a Walrus and Hey Jude).

6) Outta My Head-This is probably the most dance-oriented song that could work well in a club.

7) Brave-Another unique track with a Middle-Eastern feel and background instruments.

8) My Hands-Reminds me of Kelly Clarkson's "Already Gone".

9) Alive-Good arrangement that gives the song more of a rock edge than some of the other tracks.

10) Don't Let Me Down- Another R&B track that could have easily fit in with some of the songs on "Spirit".

11) Fly Here Now-This is quite an 80's-sounding song.

12) Broken- A mellow, heart-felt song that's beautifully done. Starts out slow and builds up to the bridge and beyond.

13) Lost Then Found- The Ryan Tedder duet that has the sound that's recognizable on songs like "Halo".

*14) Naked- Bonus track available with pre-orders. Similar to "Love Letter"; very poppy and upbeat.

*15) Stop Crying Your Heart Out-This is an Oasis cover off the European edition of the CD that has the same feel as "Run", with great lyrics and vocals. It's worth getting this song if you can get a hold of it!