This CD is definitely the next step if you’re looking for something after Lady GaGa. It has the similar mix of a fast beat, techno sounds, and catchy melodies.
There are a few things that sets Kesha apart from other singers in her genre. She has a very distinctive sound in her voice when she wants it. Some of the sounds on the CD are slightly generic and she sounds pretty normal. But others have this type of sass (for lack of a better word) in her voice which adds originality to her sound. The most poignant and popular example is her current hit song: Tik Tok. It’s track 2 on the CD and the song that gets the most radio time. She puts a great deal of “sass” into her annunciation. Pay attention to the words like “jack” and “down”. This gives her distinction and sets her apart from other musicians who may have some similar sounds.
I could review the CD song by song but I really didn’t feel like getting that deep and dirty into it. There are quite a few on there that I find myself feeling familiar about. Many of the tunes and melodies she incorporates are well known. For instance, there is a song that reminds me of the Egyptian tune that is used in movies for the snake charmers.
The content of the songs are all about sex, drinking, having fun, and living it up. While those aren’t the most wholesome subjects, they do help one jam out and relax after a rough day. I will admit, however, that there were a few moments when she channels a couple singers that are just too “girly”. It brought me back to the days of Aqua and Vengaboys that was almost a turn off.
The CD isn’t as good as either of Lady GaGa’s but there are some fun songs and is a good one to listen to if you’re looking for something different.
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