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YES totally blew me away and definitely surpassed my high expectations. The previews really don't do the album justice; songs that sounded kind of bland and humdrum as previews are magnificent in their full versions. Yet again, Mika demonstrates her maturity and versatility on the record. Her smooth vocals fit flawlessly with the authentic gospel sound, as expected. It really lives up to Mika's pedigree, and personally I would venture to say it's better than even her masterwork MUSIC. Like its predecessor, virtually every track is single quality, only this time it’s a more cohesive package. Usually I favour variety over coherency, but it’s hard to complain when the album’s heavily Southern-influenced sound works so perfectly with Mika’s voice. Although it’s early to call, I think it could be 2007’s finest album. At least until Ayu’s next one.
I’m a tad disappointed Sunao na Mama’s PV isn’t featured on the DVD, but alas, I’ll survive. I still can’t wait to get my copy. By the way, is the song JOY a cover, it sounds a little familiar? If so, who originally performed it? Sorry if this has been posted before.
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