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I definitely agree that Namie, for the past 5 years at least, have had work put out that was clearly well-conceptualised and slickly executed. You don't have to be "innovative" or "different" but it should appear that you know what you are doing and how best to do it within the limitations of your abilities. I don't think Ayu has nearly demonstrated that level of craft in the same time, and that's really what separates albums like Love songs (ugh) and RnRC from gems like Duty and Loveppears.
That said, I think Colours is a massive step in the right direction. Can't wait to see what's next for her.
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