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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best New Album of 2009
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Great lyrics and music. The best album since the '70's. I haven't seen this kind of creativity and great sound in decades!
I just want to say that when I first listened to Adam's album, I didn't hear rock and roll because I was listening for the old-fashioned stuff. I listened again, and now I can't NOT hear rock and roll and I LOVE the new sound. It's a fresh, new sound that actually makes the old-fashioned rock and roll sound, well, old-fashioned. (and I was a real Seger fan!) I keep listening to the album because it makes me feel good and I LOVE the sound. I LOVE the music. It's so creative and fantastic that I can listen again and again and still want more. It's so good and so different that I really think this sound will be the future/current genre of R&R.
I haven't loved almost every song on an album since Fleetwood Mac's Rumours.
The ballads are beautiful, too. "Soaked" is unbelievably beautiful. His voice sounds like a cross between Freddie Mercury and the singer I heard singing the lead at the Phantom of the Opera. Beautiful, like rock opera ballad. He changes up the tempo on the second verse. Just beautiful, beautiful sound. Great lyrics.
I can't listen to "Broken Open" enough. It is such a healing song. So beautiful. Spirtually healing.
"Fever" starts off like a pop song but then turns into a hard rock song at the chorus. Makes you sing and dance your heart out. He changes it up, like he does all his songs. So creative and fun.
"Sure Fire Winners", Music Again", "If I had You", and "Strut" are great rock songs with a nod to the 70's rock but also a current, unique sound. Nothing like it. Sure Fire Winners is rock, but man, it makes you want to dance! Love it!!! Catchy, Catchy. Can't listen to it enough. "If I Had You" makes you rock and dance. So unique! The music changes up- nothing boring about any of this music. Amazing!!!
"Pick You Up" makes you want to dance- has a harder rock chorus. Unique, fun.
"Strut" is just amazing. Rock and roll. So different. Great, great, unique.
"Time For Miracles" the movie soundtrack, is a classic rock song with beautiful vocals.
"Sleepwalker" nods to classic rock, and it too, has a fresh current sound. It's beautiful! Very cool!
"Loaded Smile" is a dreamy ballad about conflicting thoughts and feelings as a beautiful relationship perhaps coming to the end of its time. The sound,again, is unique.
"What do you want from me" is a rock/pop/ballad. Just beautiful and heart felt.
"For Your Entertainment" is a pop song. The lyrics have double meaning. One describes the relationship between performer and audience- Adam commanded and mesmerized his audiences on his AI tour.
Enjoying this like crazy. Listening to this album over and over and over. He's number one in my book of music out there. Right up with the other greats- Freddie, Queen.
And this is his FIRST album?!
THANK YOU, Adam!!!
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best debut album of 2009
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One of the most anticipated albums of the year, Lambert delivers exactly what he promised; a fusion of pop, rock, glam, dance, and techno with a couple of great power ballads mixed in. Vocally, he is in tip-top shape. This album is sassy, sweet, sexy and just plain fun... all the way through. The quirky club/dance numbers make me move to the beat even when I'm sitting down and the slower, more emotional songs make me cry. No clunkers here, folks! When I first heard the 30 second snippets of the songs, I was concerned that I wouldn't like it. You really have to hear the full songs to enable you to determine if it it's your thing as the snippets do it no justice. I was pleasantly surprised that an album this good was created in less than six months with a good deal of the recording process taking place during a summer tour. Of course, Lambert had some powerhouse writers and producers, like Max Martin, Lady Gaga, Pink, and Matthew Bellamy lend their talents to the project and those influences are unmistakeable. After listening to all the tracks several times, I have to say that Lambert deserves all the acclaim he is receiving from listeners and critics alike.
Favorite tracks: Music Again, Fever, Sleepwalker, What Do You Want From Me?, A Loaded Smile, For Your Entertainment, Broken Open, Strut (but I really love them all!)
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
FABULOUS CD
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Every song is amazing. On the first listen, you think "ok, it's good - after all, it is Adam Lambert" but the more you listen, the more you want to hear it.
The uniqueness of each song is what makes this a great CD. Every song has it's own vibe but they are all great songs. I like the lyrics, the beat, the voice and the mixes on all of the songs. Each time I listen, I find a new "favorite" although "What do you want from me" is by far my favorite. I think it should have been the first single.
I pre-ordered months before anyone even had a clue about what would be on the album, and I knew I would like it, but I can't stop listening to the entire CD over and over.
And lest you think I am an adoring teenager, I am not - I am a 53 year old woman who has listened to some amazing music over the course of her life and I can honestly say that this is one of my favorites. If you haven't purchased it yet or listened to any of the songs, do yourself a favor and do it today.
Adams' voice is like velvet on some songs, hot and sultry on others and plain old fabulous on the rest.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Adam Lambert CD"For Your Entertainment"
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This is the best Adam Lambert cd yet. I mean I also have the other cd he released of his own songs but this one rocks. It doesn't matter if it is a rockin song or slow song he stil draws you in and keeps you in supspense. He has a voice that no one else has. I like his style and song lyrics. He stayed true to himself and made a cd of his kind of music. I loved him when he was on American Idol and knew he was the true winner. He has already outdone the winner already. Love Adam Lambert.
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Amazing Vocals
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I'm not an American Idol fan and never saw Adam Lambert perform prior to the Music Awards show. I thought his performance was over the top and not in a good way. I was not a big fan. THEN I saw him perform on Ellen DeGeneras' show and was amazed. I enjoyed his performance so much that I bought this CD. I was not disappointed. In fact I am truly impressed with Adam's vocal strength. His ballards were especially a surprise as I had never heard him sing ballards before. You can really appreciate the fact that he is a "Broadway" talent and I can just imagine how good he was in "Wicked". I don't think any one will be disappointed with this CD.
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Adam is yummy!
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I absolutely love this cd! It is so Adam. Some songs are sexy, some are just pretty. He puts himself and his feelings into the songs. The lyrics are great, the music is great. I especially love that we hear his laugh at the end of one of the songs. I can't say enough about this cd and this wonderfully talented, very sexy, sweet young man. There is nothing wrong with his song "For Your Entertainment". It is time the gay community starts singing about "he" as their lover in songs. I enjoyed the performance on AMA's and have not stopped listening to this cd since I have received it. Can't wait for Adam to tour! Please come to Indianapolis!
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Beautiful everything
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This has to be one of the best cds ever. Every song is just amazing. His voice is like none that I ever heard before. The pictures are so beautiful. I like that the lyrics are written inside a gorgeous color booklet. I asked my daughter to do my eye makeup the way his is done. She agreed and I can't wait. I did get her hooked on him and will now have to get her a copy of his cd and maybe one for the car. This is one of the very few cds that I will never get tired of listening to. I can't wait until he puts out another and a dvd. Thank you.
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
My Wife Loves This CD!!!
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Bought this CD for my wife because she was a HUGE!! Adam fan on American Idol. I was impressed and occasionally amazed by his performances on AI myself. However, this CD lacks the ingredients I was looking for, so this is her review. Overall she LOVED every track on this CD. The music is catchy, the lyrics make her feel happy and dance-y. She says "If I Had You" is the most awesome song on the album and the kids love to sing along with it.
We want to see more strong rock tracks on his sophmore CD!!
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
love him!
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I have been waiting for his album since American Idol wrapped up. He's definitely unique and stuck to his word when he said he would make music in his taste. This might not appeal to everyone, only to people who are open minded to all music. It's got good beats and keeps you moving. His vocal ability is amazing. He could do no wrong by me!
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Absolutely Fabulous
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I was anxiously anticipating the release of Adam's first CD. I was blown away. I heard music that reminded me of Queen. I heard a range that was so off the chart that I had chill bumps. It was more than I ever expected. I bought several as Christmas gifts and everyone was very happy with the selection. I look forward to the next one. Here is the kicker. I am in my 50's. This CD has something for everyone to enjoy.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Incredible Debut Album
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Adam breaks the AI mold with this album, but then he was always unique on that program. He has an incredible vocal range and, if you don't like the dance and rock numbers, has included three "mad world" beautiful ballads. You can really dance to these---even the Argentine Tango (try it with Broken Open) or pop it in your car player and roll on down the road--it will keep you awake, but try not to speed.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Glam Rock/Pop is back!
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I am not very into Idol but this year one contestant made me take notice and that was Adam Lambert. I loved his insane vocals and loved his stage presence and charisma. I am pleased to say that this album has far exceeded my expectations. The music is fun and sassy and the perfect thing to listen to before going out on a Friday night. Would definitely buy this again!
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Love this CD
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I have loved Adam's music since American Idol I think this album is awesome, it has different styles of music on it. I like that he is not afraid to go outside the box and he does this so well. I love him and his music he rox it out like no one else.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
A favorite!
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I bought this CD almost right after it came out and I love it! I enjoy listening to every song on this album. The CD is really worth buying.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Adam is Amazing!!!
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I've been a fan of Adam since I saw him on American Idol and I knew he would go far on the show and now here he is with a amazing album out and I just cannot wait to see him in concert!! Pick up a copy and you will not regret it!
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
I Want To Listen To Music Again
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This album makes me want to listen to music again. It is definitely for your entertainment. Lambert's vocals are incredible. The songs bring a variety of tempo and style together for one of the best albums of the past 20 years.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Not Bad at All from an AI Alumni
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Mostly dancey-disco type music.
Attempt to sound modern made the voice sound tinny and processed in 8 of the 14 tracks. Moreover the volume of the instruments and drums sometimes overpower the beautiful voice that has earned a lot of fans.
4 tracks in my opinion sound good to very good when played in a home system.
A keeper but not ground-breaking.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
ADAM'S ALBUM, FOR YOUR ENTERTAINMENT IS FABULOUS!!
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ADAM COULDN'T HAVE DONE A BETTER FIRST ALBUM. IT IS FABULOUS, THE VOCALS, THE MUSIC, THE VARIETY OF MUSIC. WHAT MORE CAN I SAY EXCEPT GET OUT THERE AND BUY ADAM'S ALBUM. ADAM IS ON A WILD RIDE TO THE TOP.
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
GREAT SINGER
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I am a 56 year old and have heard a lot of great singers in my time but "ADAM" is one of the greatest singers to come along in a long time !!!!!!!!! My wife has only one word......AWESOME !!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Love For Your Entertainment!
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Adam has the best voice I have heard for years! I listen to his album everyday and love all the songs! Usually I only play a few songs from the albums I buy! Hope Adam is around for many years to come!