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David Archuleta
Participated by David Archuleta
Studio : Jive
by Jive
Release Date : 2008-11-11
Publisher : Jive
Availability : Usually ships in 1-2 business days
EAN : 0886973475225
UPC : 886973475225
Avg. Customer Rating: (based on 113 reviews)
List Price : $18.98
Our Price : $9.94
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Album Description |
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American Idol Season 7 fan favorite, David Archuleta has become a household name as he spent his 2008 summer on the nationwide American Idol tour with his fellow contestants. This album includes a sequence of Pop tracks from the industry's most talented writers and producers. Archuleta's first single 'Crush' was produced by Emanuel 'Eman' Kiriakou. |
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Gotta love it! |
I preordered David's CD after downloading 'Angels' from iTunes. I still think that that version of Angels is his best song yet - I went for the AI concert here in Tacoma, Wa - it was mersmerizing to watch him sing it.
Ok! So, as soon as the CD came I couldnt wait to see what he had to offer. I have to admit as I hurriedly skimmed all the songs, I thought they all had the same sound as the stuff thats playing on the radio. Hmmm...I thought just another run-of-the-mill teen crowd pleasing stuff. Then next day I was at work and having a particularly gloomy day with all kinds of dismal news you hear nowadays. Thought I needed a break. SO, I popped in David's CD and put on my headphones...and it was then I feel in love with the album. I was instantly drumming my fingers , tapping my toes and grooving to the songs - they were light, hummable soft pop/rock toones with a heartfelt innocence to them. 'Touch my Hand' is one of my favourites on the album - it just gets you foot tapping right away. I also liked 'Crush', 'Dont let go' which plays up his falsetto, the flirty whistling in 'Your eyes dont lie' , the ballad like 'You Can', 'To be with you'. Every song has something in it that makes you move....I cant explain it - it just made my day right. I was humming to myself at the cooler - I was feeling alright and cheerful by the end of the day and even got some good work done...good music always gives me a high. Just for doing that - making my day everyday- I give this album 5 stars - here's something you need to forget your worries and feel positive again. IMHO. Thanks David! Wish the lyrics were included! |
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Best Album of the Year |
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Forget American Idol David Cook, the runner up is the one that is going to go the farthest. This album has the right amount of everything. It has originals, remakes of classics, and other amazing songs. David Archuleta is the most talented 17 year old on the planet. His voice is phenomenal. I haven't heard anything this sweet in my entire life. I have to strongly recommend that everyone who loves good music buy this album immediately. |
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WOW! David Archuleta delivers! |
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Loved his cover tunes sung on American Idol, and knew it was just a taste of the greatness to come from this talented artist. David's debut CD is such a pleasure, and exposes us to so many different facets of his talent. He did a little song-writing on it too! Amazing! It is almost like his voice can change to suit the type of song he is singing. This guy isn't just about ballads, as some wanted to categorize him. He truly could sing the phone book (as often said on American Idol). David Archuleta is a breath of fresh air in the music industry. |
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"The Voice" |
As someone who primarily listens to anything BUT Top 40, I surprised myself earlier this year when I took notice of the American Idol contestant, David Archuleta. His music was not my style, but something about his voice just grabbed me. Even critics who can't stand him, concede that his vocal skills are extraordinary: he has a good range, excellent timbre, a raspy and yet soothing tone, and a way with phrasing. I don't look for perfect singing in the music that I like, but in this case, it is just so amazing to hear this type of singing.
That being said, I was a little apprehensive about his debut album. A squeaky clean kid trying to sell himself as a pop Idol could be a little tricky. But, after listening to the full album, I am pleasantly surprised. It IS pop fluff at times (oh who am I kidding.. at all times) but it is exactly the right chord that he had to hit, esp. considering his age and public persona. There are some sparks of great music in here, but essentially it is a solid album, produced by a label known for their teen idol hits, sung by a 17 year old with an amazing voice. Here are some of my highlights of the album:
Track 3-Barriers: Very surprised that he was able to pull off this song. A little reggae-ish with David crooning about a relationship that can't be saved. During the bridge, it sounds like he is heartbroken; this is one of the top vocal highlights on the album for me.
Track 5- A Little Too Not Over You: David helped co-write this song and while it's nothing mind-blowing lyrically, the words do flow nicely with the music (set to waltz time). His voice is perfect for this type of melodic tune (and they try to throw in some R&B elements in this one)
Track 6. You Can: The lyrics are fitting for him, talking about meeting `the one'. The line "show me that good things come to those who wait" is so cliché, but brilliant at the same time b/c David actually makes it believable.
Track 9. To Be With You: My favorite track of the album, a simple love song, with limited piano and strings, but a very powerful song in terms of his vocals (which is understated, yet so emotional). The bridge is the top vocal highlight of the whole album for me, when he ends a word with an almost-gasp. Just brilliant.
Bonus tracks:
Works for me!: I guess this song was left off the main album, because it would have stood out too much. The lyrics are only average, but the throwback (semi-Stevie Wonder) vibe and acoustic sound highlights his soulful voice. His falsetto in this one is a joy to hear. I imagine that this type of sound would be the logical next step in his musical career.
All in all, buy this album if you enjoy pure pop (essentially that is what this album aims for) If not, then download a few songs that I mentioned.. if anything, you won't be disappointed with the quality of his voice.
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Best Pop Album of 2008!! |
I must say David Archuleta is a vocal superstar and was meant to record pop music. From the moment I heard CRUSH, I know he on to something--big! Now, that I have heard the whole album I am more blown away by this soon-to-be 18 year old man. Not only does he have the gift to sing well, but write songs well too. One of the songs he wrote is my favorite on the whole CD, ("A little Too Not Over You"). The first time I heard the full track, I could immediately relate to the lyrics. Who hasn't seen their ex lover with someone else and still have strong feelings for that person? I sure have.
"Angels" is another great track, which he sung on AI. It is a beautiful ballad about loving angels when it is hard to love another human being. Everytime I hear this song, I cry. That is how powerful his voice is.
I love this whole record and can't wait to recieve my physical copy for christmas. :) He will be the next big thing in pop music. I can feel it in my bones!! |
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