Jessica Andrews Album: “Who I Am”
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This is an Enhanced audio CD which contains regular audio tracks and multimedia computer files.
<p>Personnel: Jessica Andrews (vocals); Biff Watson (acoustic guitar); Brent Mason, B. James Lowry, Michael Landau, Jerry McPherson (electric guitar); Paul Franklin (steel guitar, dobro); Aubrey Haynie (mandolin, fiddle); Steve Nathan (piano, organ); Glenn Worf, Mike Brignardello (bass); Lonnie Wilson (drums); Gene Miller, Kim Parent, Chris Rodriguez, Bekka Bramlett (background vocals).
<p>This is an Enhanced CD, which contains both regular audio tracks and multimedia computer files.
<p>In case you've been wondering what ever happened to New Wave one-hit wonder Martin "The Salt in My Tears" Briley, here's an album that answers the question. He's alive and well in Nashville and writing songs ("I Don't Like Anyone") for 17-year old Jessica Andrews, country music's overdue answer to Britney Spears.
<p>Actually, Andrews' sophomore album is only nominally country. The occasional twang in the vocals (which are wise beyond the singer's tender years) or mandolin lick notwithstanding, WHO I AM is distinguishable from Spears-style pop only by the lack of a certain level of lyrical double entendre sexual innuendo. Good clean fun, in other words, and first rate commercial radio fare--the kind of music that gives bubblegum a good name.
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UPC:600445024823
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Format:CD
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Type:Performer
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Genre:Rock & Pop - Country Rock
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Artist:Jessica Andrews
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Producer:Byron Gallimore
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Label:Dreamworks Nashville
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Distributed:Universal Distribution
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Release Date:2001/02/27
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Original Release Year:2001
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Discs:1
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Mono / Stereo:Stereo
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Studio / Live:Studio
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
- A warm pop/country sound
And I do say pop/country, not country pop, because she has gone a bit stronger on the pop side than the country which is too bad.
Whatever, she still has a mature, masterful voice, and yet young enough to have fun with such songs as "Karma".
"Who I Am" is deservedly the hit song from this CD, and she does utilize the natural sounding warmth of her voice to the utmost here.
"Helplessly, Hopelessly" is a beautiful song, a bit more countrified than others. This is truly an honest, sincere musical statement she makes.
"These Wings" is my favorite, and I can't really tell you why. It's just a song that I find myself wrapped up in. Really, I would've thought that this would be more of a hit.
And the final song, "Show Me To Heaven", is a good windup to a good CD...and I don't even watch DAWSON 'S CREEK! LOL
13 of 15 people found the following review helpful:
- "The spitting image of my father, Rosemary's granddaughter�.
"Who I Am" is an excellent song with lyrics that show the power of heritage. It is a statement about who made Jessica Andrews what she is, including her own talent. This song will be around for a long time because people can identify with it and think about their own lineage. "Who I Am" is the reason I bought the album. If you have not heard this song, do not despair. Although there is no link to just listen to this song on Amazon, they provide a downloadable version.
Andrews has a beautiful, mature voice. She flexes her tones from alto to high soprano, as they were butterflies riding on a breeze. It always surprises me when a teenager sings such majestic music, and Jessica maintains this beautiful quality throughout the CD. A strong and consistent band that follows the rise and fall of her voice with ease and professionalism backs her.
Other outstanding pieces of music on this Pop-Country album are: Karma; I Don't Like Anyone; Helplessly, Hopelessly (which is another favorite of mine).
Variety is a spice, and that is where I think the music could have been more diversified. The rhythm throughout the CD is too similar in most of the songs.
Victoria Tarrani
Ashley (The Land of Oz) - May 28, 2002
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
- *~ Jessica Andrews impresses yet again*~
I love Jessica Andrews. I think she has a fantastic voice and I know she'll go far! She's young and very talented. I loved her first CD~ I play it without skipping literally! So I thought I should buy this one too. And I was not disapointed~
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1. Now I Know- This song is GREAT! She shows such a mature sound in this song and it's very catchy! You'll get addicted to this song!
2. Every Time- It has a nice chorus and this song is more of a story-type song. Its not my favorite but I like it and listen to it~
3. I Don't Like Anyone- I really like this song! Jessica does a great job of singing it! Dream a pop sensation group also sang this. Both Dream and Jessica do a great job of singing this song! It's a really fun song~
4. Karma- A song about the "golden rule." The chorus is very catchy! K-K-K-Karma!! It has a good message about what goes around comes around!
5. Helplessly, Hopelessly- The most beautifully sang song on the album! Its a very meaningful song about a strong woman who shows her softer side when shes with the guy shes in love with.
6. Who I Am- This song is my personal favorite! I love how Jessica talks about knowing herself. I think this song could have personal meaning for many people! Its also her biggest hit on this album! It was also her first hit on this album.
7. These Wings- This song is about finding the right one and being able to have a whole new part of yourself come out!
8. Never Had It So Good- This song is about finding the right one. Its about true love. Its also about that feeling of nothing being better than being together!
9. Make Me Love You- Have you ever wondered "why this guy in love with me? Of all people in the world why are we together?" Thats what this song is about~ Its a great song!
10. Wishing Well- This is about being in love and hoping its always gonna stay that way. And also believing in a little bit of luck.
11. Good Friend To Me- Its about having to be a friend first before being a lover. Pretty good sonG!
12. Show Me Heaven- This song was made for the show "Dawson's Creek." Its a very pretty song that you'll listen to alot!
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This is a definite must have for any Jessica Andrews fan or country/pop music lover!
Buddy (Dallas, Texas) - March 19, 2001
6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
- Elevator Music
Decidedly the best cut was Who I Am. I was disappointed with this CD and found the music sounding senthesised and spacy. The drums sounded like a drum machine. Also, her vocals were unemotional and boring. In a number of instances instead of going for the higher range, she wimped out and sang the lower note. I don't think she used more than one octave on anything but Who I Am. Although I enjoy Jessica Andrew's voice, I found she went plastic and safe with no maturing from the first album. In all, totally a waste of money. Too bad you can't return a "bad" CD. 2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
- wondeful
jessica andrews's songs are great for anyone even if u don't like country music, it's such a change from the "i hate my life, nobody loves me, i'm so alone" music its just refreshing to hear songs that have a positive outlook on life and love |
