This Christmas Day
Label: Republic Records / UMG Recordings
Release Date: October 26th 2018 (Amazon mp3/iTunes)
This Christmas Day
Label: Republic Records / UMG Recordings
Release Date: October 26th 2018 (Amazon mp3/iTunes)
Republic Records
Release Date: June 24th 2022
Reviewed by: Joshua Andre
Taylor Swift– Carolina (From The Motion Picture “Where The Crawdads Sing”) – Single (Amazon mp3/iTunes)
Republic Records
Release Date: November 12th 2021
Reviewed by: Joshua Andre
Taylor Swift– RED (Taylor’s Version) (Amazon mp3/iTunes)
Apart from death and taxes, I reckon there’s at least one other thing that is true in the world, no matter what. And it is that Taylor Swift is one of the most prolific, though-provoking, skilful, confronting, and inspiring songwriters of the modern music era. Her vocals as an artist are great too, compelling, stirring and quite heavenly really; but I believe that it is Taylor’s nuanced, level-headed, honest, personal, emotional, and empathetic narrative storytelling… that really cements her place in this list of influential artists of all time. It is the song-writing in my opinion that also lands her as one of the most relatable people in the world at the moment. There seriously isn’t anything to dislike about Taylor Swift (name me one thing- with evidence! I’ll keep waiting!), and her songs throughout her discography has received widespread listener, critical and commercial acclaim. Taylor has broken a lot of Guinness World Records for her music, and she is one of the best-selling artists of today. With Taylor being prominent throughout her career in the genres of country, pop and folk; it is her down-to-earth nature, her humbleness and her kindness that seems to win fans over. And as for me and my listening experience to Taylor’s discography over the past couple of weeks; can I say that I am now a bona-fide fan of hers? Of her song writing and of her singing? Taylor has accomplished a lot in her 15 years in the spotlight, and she has grown up immensely. Granted, she’s grown up primarily in the spotlight and in the public eye, however I reckon that the way that she has handled criticism and haters has been full of professionalism, poise, and grace. The way she tackled the masters’ controversy in 2019 was quite mature, firm, and assertive, and made me respect her all the more. But for me my love for Taylor’s music and her storytelling, is embedded in her songs and how deep she dives. Every Taylor Swift song means something to someone- and that is what I reckon is so profound, special and beautiful about everything that Taylor releases.
Continue reading MOMENTOUS MONDAYS: INFLUENTIAL ARTISTS OF ALL TIME – WEEK 97: TAYLOR SWIFT
Republic Records
Release Date: April 9th 2021
Reviewed by: Joshua Andre
Taylor Swift– Fearless (Taylor’s Version) (Amazon mp3/iTunes)
Republic Records
Release Date: June 11th 2021
Reviewed by: Joshua Andre
Jessie J– I Want Love (Single) (Amazon mp3/iTunes)
Republic Records
Release Date: April 30th 2021
Reviewed by: Joshua Andre
Julia Michaels– Not In Chronological Order (Amazon mp3/iTunes)
Continue reading Julia Michaels – Not In Chronological Order
Republic Records
Release Date: May 8th 2020
Reviewed by: Joshua Andre
Hailee Steinfeld– Half Written Story EP (Amazon mp3/iTunes)
Do you think a song is just great because it is? Because of the original artist’s recording, maybe the song stands tall on its own. Or maybe a song is just good simply because of the number of covers that have been recorded of aforementioned track. And once we’ve figured out that the song it good, maybe even awesome, then should the song promote the message inside or the original artist, or shudder to think the cover artist? Perhaps the cover version is just as good or maybe even better than the original, and in that case- well the ‘newer’ artist is just simply lucky and blessed to have their stardom fast-tracked by covering such a well known and timeless sung. What about artists who cover several songs and then showcase their voice that way? Does any of you know what I’m subtly alluding to? Of course I’m speaking about singing competitions and how covers of famous songs gone by essentially can propel a literal nobody to global stardom. How do any of these guys thrust into the spotlight deal with the instant pressure? Well judging from the calibre of the small sample size that is only two studio albums and one Christmas album- up and coming powerful vocalist Jordan Smith has handled the pressure quite well. And no doubt he will be, if not already, influential in his own right, as he inspires and encourages us all to live life to the fullest, and to in turn provide light and hope to others who need it.