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Wafflecakes
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Anyone remember this flop?
From Justin to Kelly
lol
How many #1 singles will she have from this album?
From Justin to Kelly
lol
Rumor: Perra is going to STAIN the year of ARTPOP with an album.
How many #1 singles will she have from this album?
Rumor: Perra is going to STAIN the year of ARTPOP with an album.
Well, Gaga tried.
Everyone, be prepared to spend next year under constant assault by a Katy Perry album that sounds a lot like Born This Way.
Crumpet Trumpet
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Wafflecakes
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Marius got first review. Thought I would throw mine out there anyways.
Overall:
The album is pretty much what one would expect from the group. Its formulaic but well executed. Even most of the songs one would call filler are generally quality and not throwaways. I feel that the whole is greater than the sum of its parts which was one of my problems with their first outing. I actually respect that they don't feel the need to pander to the hipsters out there by having a rap track, a dance track, and thank god there is no no veer towards R&B radio. Just pop...which is as it should be. The album is meant to be fun, and it is. That is not to say that it does not have issues. Some of the songs sound a bit too similar in style to the singles from Up All Night making them a bit redundant, and Little Things is a sellout and artistic flop if I have ever seen one. Still, they don't try to apologize for being what they are, which is as it should be.
The track on the album that is probably the most similar to the style/vibe of their hits on Up All Night. Its a solid pop anthem but I feel it lacks the something extra that made You Don't Know Your Beautiful a massive radio hit. Still a solid, fun song, that I can enjoy if I am in the right mood. The song captures the persona of the band very well and delivers what the fans expect.
Nice fast paced ditty with good rhythm. Supposedly this will be the next single and thats probably a good thing because, while its not groundbreaking by any means, it is a different style than their previous singles. Lighthearted and really plays to their base without coming of as pandering.
Speaking of pandering.....hi Little Things! First off this song is 100% pander. No way to get around that. It's lyrics are super uncomfortable and essentially are just taking the What Make's You Beautiful theme way to far. The song only exists because they wanted a super slow song that even the less uh....vocally adept....members of the band could sound good on solo. No one would ever actually want someone to sing this to them. Even if you move beyond the lyrics its just not a well put together song to begin with.
Nice song. Its a very archetypal ....nothing surprising here to be found. Its a solid attempy but it doesn't cause any emotion from me one way or another. Still, no major complaints to be had. I do think other songs on the album do a better job of what this one is attempting.
Mid tempo track that is pretty much exactly what the title implies. Its very obvious that this is going to be a fangirl staple for a long, long time. Would not be at all surprised if this end up as a single if their management does not want to mess with the formula. I personally don't find the song to be all that catchy so meh.
Reminds me of an Avril Lavigne track, especially at the start. Really nothing special about this song in my humble opinion. Very typical.
Blatantly inspired by We Will Rock You by Queen, but it is well executed. Fun song that isn't too pandery and no filler. I don't think this has much of a chance of becoming a single, but I think it is a very nice change-up in the middle of the album. I enjoy the song quite a bit. Also it's a showcase of the thinly veiled sexual innuendo that the band is slowly getting known for. This helps it have a broader appeal I think.
Another ballad in a similar vein to Little Things. Its a much better song though as it is has far less pander. Still......I see this song as mostly filler. Itt does pick up a bit at the end and I do enjoy it now and again.
Filler, but GOOD filler. Its very catchy and fast paced. This one has more pander than the average track and it is very, very obviously and blatantly appealing to school age girls. The lack of wiggle room with the lyrics makes it harder for the song to appeal to a larger base, but its not bad enough that I feel like complaining about it too much. Still a nice track.
The lyrics are a bit...all over the place and random. The song does get moving fairly quickly though so it doesn't bother me as much as it could. Of the three ballads that fill the same niche in the album.....this is by far the best. Nice heartfelt song with lyrics that lend themselves to a wide range of interpretations which broadens its appeal. I like it. It has a charm to it that Little Things lacks. It is very easy to tell who is singing, and their different voices actually improve the song (poor Louis).
This song is back to the original formula. Another song I don't have a hard time imagining on the first album. Filler. Still its a solid song.
One of those songs you swear you have heard before because its a very familiar sound. Still its a well executed song that I really can enjoy, and I think it is accessible to a broad audience. I REALLY liked it when I first heard it, but my enthusiasm has cooled a bit since then. Still, I have no major concerns.
Another song I could swear I have heard before.....however, I don't really care in this case. I really like the song as a well executed album ender. I love this type of track and can tell I will be listening to it for a very long time. Warm and fuzzy is how I would describe it.
I like the song. Sometimes the lyrics sound a little bit forced so there are fillers during the verse. Also another very familiar rhythm. Still its fun and fast paced with a catchy chorus. Solid if shallow.
Journey? I guess there is something to be said for just being blatant when copying another songs sound. I really can't get past that like I can with Rock Me. Meh.
The opening had my expectations low...... then the moment the song starts to pick up its amazing in my opinion. This is a song I will be listening to for a long time with its nice swing. I could totally see myself dancing on a beach to this song. It has just the right amount of pandering to make the song appealing without being uncomfortable/condescending. I like this type of rhythm in general and I won't apologize for that. Easily my favorite song on the album along with Over Again.
A different rhythm than any of the other songs on the album. Solid song but not one of my favorites.
Overall:
The album is pretty much what one would expect from the group. Its formulaic but well executed. Even most of the songs one would call filler are generally quality and not throwaways. I feel that the whole is greater than the sum of its parts which was one of my problems with their first outing. I actually respect that they don't feel the need to pander to the hipsters out there by having a rap track, a dance track, and thank god there is no no veer towards R&B radio. Just pop...which is as it should be. The album is meant to be fun, and it is. That is not to say that it does not have issues. Some of the songs sound a bit too similar in style to the singles from Up All Night making them a bit redundant, and Little Things is a sellout and artistic flop if I have ever seen one. Still, they don't try to apologize for being what they are, which is as it should be.
The track on the album that is probably the most similar to the style/vibe of their hits on Up All Night. Its a solid pop anthem but I feel it lacks the something extra that made You Don't Know Your Beautiful a massive radio hit. Still a solid, fun song, that I can enjoy if I am in the right mood. The song captures the persona of the band very well and delivers what the fans expect.
Nice fast paced ditty with good rhythm. Supposedly this will be the next single and thats probably a good thing because, while its not groundbreaking by any means, it is a different style than their previous singles. Lighthearted and really plays to their base without coming of as pandering.
Speaking of pandering.....hi Little Things! First off this song is 100% pander. No way to get around that. It's lyrics are super uncomfortable and essentially are just taking the What Make's You Beautiful theme way to far. The song only exists because they wanted a super slow song that even the less uh....vocally adept....members of the band could sound good on solo. No one would ever actually want someone to sing this to them. Even if you move beyond the lyrics its just not a well put together song to begin with.
Nice song. Its a very archetypal ....nothing surprising here to be found. Its a solid attempy but it doesn't cause any emotion from me one way or another. Still, no major complaints to be had. I do think other songs on the album do a better job of what this one is attempting.
Mid tempo track that is pretty much exactly what the title implies. Its very obvious that this is going to be a fangirl staple for a long, long time. Would not be at all surprised if this end up as a single if their management does not want to mess with the formula. I personally don't find the song to be all that catchy so meh.
Reminds me of an Avril Lavigne track, especially at the start. Really nothing special about this song in my humble opinion. Very typical.
Blatantly inspired by We Will Rock You by Queen, but it is well executed. Fun song that isn't too pandery and no filler. I don't think this has much of a chance of becoming a single, but I think it is a very nice change-up in the middle of the album. I enjoy the song quite a bit. Also it's a showcase of the thinly veiled sexual innuendo that the band is slowly getting known for. This helps it have a broader appeal I think.
Another ballad in a similar vein to Little Things. Its a much better song though as it is has far less pander. Still......I see this song as mostly filler. Itt does pick up a bit at the end and I do enjoy it now and again.
Filler, but GOOD filler. Its very catchy and fast paced. This one has more pander than the average track and it is very, very obviously and blatantly appealing to school age girls. The lack of wiggle room with the lyrics makes it harder for the song to appeal to a larger base, but its not bad enough that I feel like complaining about it too much. Still a nice track.
The lyrics are a bit...all over the place and random. The song does get moving fairly quickly though so it doesn't bother me as much as it could. Of the three ballads that fill the same niche in the album.....this is by far the best. Nice heartfelt song with lyrics that lend themselves to a wide range of interpretations which broadens its appeal. I like it. It has a charm to it that Little Things lacks. It is very easy to tell who is singing, and their different voices actually improve the song (poor Louis).
This song is back to the original formula. Another song I don't have a hard time imagining on the first album. Filler. Still its a solid song.
One of those songs you swear you have heard before because its a very familiar sound. Still its a well executed song that I really can enjoy, and I think it is accessible to a broad audience. I REALLY liked it when I first heard it, but my enthusiasm has cooled a bit since then. Still, I have no major concerns.
Another song I could swear I have heard before.....however, I don't really care in this case. I really like the song as a well executed album ender. I love this type of track and can tell I will be listening to it for a very long time. Warm and fuzzy is how I would describe it.
I like the song. Sometimes the lyrics sound a little bit forced so there are fillers during the verse. Also another very familiar rhythm. Still its fun and fast paced with a catchy chorus. Solid if shallow.
Journey? I guess there is something to be said for just being blatant when copying another songs sound. I really can't get past that like I can with Rock Me. Meh.
The opening had my expectations low...... then the moment the song starts to pick up its amazing in my opinion. This is a song I will be listening to for a long time with its nice swing. I could totally see myself dancing on a beach to this song. It has just the right amount of pandering to make the song appealing without being uncomfortable/condescending. I like this type of rhythm in general and I won't apologize for that. Easily my favorite song on the album along with Over Again.
A different rhythm than any of the other songs on the album. Solid song but not one of my favorites.
ugh sorry...graphics turned out a bit larger than expected
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Wafflecakes
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Its amazing isn't it? Going to SLAY. She is so fierce in that clip.
Nice review Wafflecakes. Here is a star for you (ﾉ◕ヮ◕ﾉ*:･ﾟ✧
Flop?
It surpassed time.
You gotta be shitting me. That movie almost gave me a venereal disease.
Crumpet Trumpet
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FJTK was just ahead of its time. Too experimental, maybe. Real movie lovers will come to enjoy it soon enough.
Wafflecakes
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I don't think there is a person out there....Kelly stan or people jealous of Kelly's talent (yes those are the only two options) who doesn't realize that film was horrid. She has stated in interviews that she cried and begged to get out of it but it was a part of her idol contract.
Keep tryin tho.
FJTK was just ahead of its time. Too experimental, maybe. Real movie lovers will come to enjoy it soon enough.
Let me count the ways the Lotus debut has been botched by RCA (and Xtina, I guess.)
1. Not putting the Lotus snippets up until after the album released.
2. Having 3 versions of Lotus on itunes, 2 of those copies being exactly the same... splitting the sales.
3. No itunes banner until after the release.
4. Xtina is going to perform "Make The World Move" on The Voice tonight, yet "Just A Fool" is currently slaying on iTunes.
I understand she doesn't care about sales, but it seems like she is trying to sabotage herself.
This must be a test of my faith.
1. Not putting the Lotus snippets up until after the album released.
2. Having 3 versions of Lotus on itunes, 2 of those copies being exactly the same... splitting the sales.
3. No itunes banner until after the release.
4. Xtina is going to perform "Make The World Move" on The Voice tonight, yet "Just A Fool" is currently slaying on iTunes.
I understand she doesn't care about sales, but it seems like she is trying to sabotage herself.
This must be a test of my faith.
I simply remembered that horrid movie and wondered if any other gaffer saw it nothing else.
Keep trying with your grammar tho.
Wafflecakes
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I dunno sis, I'm still thinking MTWM might be a good move for The Voice.Let me count the ways the Lotus debut has been botched by RCA (and Xtina, I guess.)
1. Not putting the Lotus snippets up until after the album released.
2. Having 3 versions of Lotus on itunes, 2 of those copies being exactly the same... splitting the sales.
3. No itunes banner until after the release.
4. Xtina is going to perform "Make The World Move" on The Voice tonight, yet "Just A Fool" is currently slaying on iTunes.
I understand she doesn't care about sales, but it seems like she is trying to sabotage herself.
This must be a test of my faith.
I agree about Just A Fool, though. It is the undeniable front-runner for the single treatment.
Word is she's scheduled to perform it with Blake in December, hopefully they'll make JAF a single with a video before then.
FJTK was just ahead of its time. Too experimental, maybe. Real movie lovers will come to enjoy it soon enough.
Dat Xtina Bionic shade was almost too stealth for me to detect. Good work.
Crumpet Trumpet
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THE:MILKMAN
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Paloma slaying it!: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UtJND0eM64Y
Just in case that is too off-topic: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5DySvpyQ8jY (slightly NSFW)
Is America ready for Paloma?
Just in case that is too off-topic: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5DySvpyQ8jY (slightly NSFW)
Is America ready for Paloma?
Yeah, it's a country song.
It has no flaws.
Your post just made me go check iTunes.
Holy shit, Just a Fool is at #39 and CLIMBING.
Shit.
This needed to be a single, like, yesterday.
lol so THATS what it comes to?
Bring it.
that's
Wafflecakes go home, you're drunk. So lame I dont even use gifs on you.
Crumpet Trumpet
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Souldriver
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Rumor: Perra is going to STAIN the year of ARTPOP with an album.
Aaawww yeah.
Teenage dream had like 7 good songs on it. I'm looking forward to this.
Wafflecakes
Member
kiii Little Things is coming to kick Rihfill out of #1 on iTunes
Already is. (at least in raw number....no clue why Itunes still counts the versions separately..... been an issue for years)
0.8125+0.2875=1.1
Both will count towards billboard sales chart.
She tried tho.
Aaawww yeah.
Teenage dream had like 7 good songs on it. I'm looking forward to this.
Indeed. I thought the album was very solid.
Souldriver
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Some random thoughts:
I always thought that Lady Gaga was the biggest pop sensation of the last 5 years. She's such an phenomena, had sold so many albums/singles, has been in the media all the time, is probably really well recognized even under older people ("that crazy costume woman", ...), has been dubbed the successor to Madonna, and she's pretty much the current queen of the gay community.
....However... I recently noticed that Rihanna might actually take the crown as far as the biggest pop sensation of the last 5 years goes. It dawned on me that when I'm out partying, but not in a gay or pop-music setting, Rihanna is the only pop artist that will get played. Even on non-popmusic parties (funk, house, disco, dubstep, rock, ...) the dj might actually slip in a(n altered) version of a Rihanna song. Most of the times it's Rude Boy, Man Down or We Found Love. Also, if I think of my friends who don't like pop music, I can't think of anyone who'd like a Lady Gaga song. But I know of at least 4 friends who have said on occassion that they like "that Rihanna song that's playing now", even when they otherwise exclusively listen to heavy metal, or dubstep, or whatever.
Conclusion: I though that Lady Gaga was the biggest pop sensation in the past 5 years. And she might still be the biggest sensation. But pop-musically speaking, Rihanna seems bigger and attracting a wider audience.
N.B.: Katy Perry somehow also seems to cross-over to the rock/hiphop/... fans in my friend circle. I guess her songs have that catchy harmless fun to them that gets people hooked. You know in an "it's so silly that I don't even feel ashamed to sing along to it in the car" kinda way.
I always thought that Lady Gaga was the biggest pop sensation of the last 5 years. She's such an phenomena, had sold so many albums/singles, has been in the media all the time, is probably really well recognized even under older people ("that crazy costume woman", ...), has been dubbed the successor to Madonna, and she's pretty much the current queen of the gay community.
....However... I recently noticed that Rihanna might actually take the crown as far as the biggest pop sensation of the last 5 years goes. It dawned on me that when I'm out partying, but not in a gay or pop-music setting, Rihanna is the only pop artist that will get played. Even on non-popmusic parties (funk, house, disco, dubstep, rock, ...) the dj might actually slip in a(n altered) version of a Rihanna song. Most of the times it's Rude Boy, Man Down or We Found Love. Also, if I think of my friends who don't like pop music, I can't think of anyone who'd like a Lady Gaga song. But I know of at least 4 friends who have said on occassion that they like "that Rihanna song that's playing now", even when they otherwise exclusively listen to heavy metal, or dubstep, or whatever.
Conclusion: I though that Lady Gaga was the biggest pop sensation in the past 5 years. And she might still be the biggest sensation. But pop-musically speaking, Rihanna seems bigger and attracting a wider audience.
N.B.: Katy Perry somehow also seems to cross-over to the rock/hiphop/... fans in my friend circle. I guess her songs have that catchy harmless fun to them that gets people hooked. You know in an "it's so silly that I don't even feel ashamed to sing along to it in the car" kinda way.
Thats cause Gaga chased all the straights away with Born This Way and her last recognizable hit was TEOG(summer 2011), while Rihanna has been consistently releasing music and staying on the radio waves.
Dont worry ARTPOP is coming
Souldriver
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I would disagree .. being that they are both my faves but I prefer Gaga more but I actually kind of have to agree?
Gaga is a Queen tho
Oh I'm not making a personal statement here.
It just dawned on me that Rihanna has much more cross-over appeal to the "outsiders", the ones who wouldn't visit popgaf. I first took notice when on parties with really, wel, boring and monotone music, suddenly a remix of a Rihanna song is swooped in for variety. The day that happens to a Gaga song still has to occur.
I guess in that regard maybe, but Rihanna's music is party and club friendly, most of Gaga's isn't outside remixes.
Xtina is performing, and is absolutely iconic.
It's not like we expected it to be bad.
she is coming to bring EDM to the frontlines, all gays and straights will dance to it
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