Two years ago I posted a blog, ranting about Vh-1's show about the 00's. It was another installment of their I love the Decade series. I thought, "it's too soon, it is fall 2007." Now, it is time, the exigence it's here. Vh-1 rollout the 00's. With all the discussion on blogs about the top selling albums of the decade, (Billboard just reported that NYSNC - No Strings Attached is the top selling album of the decade-10million) I thought I would devote a blog to some of the albums that didn't get the radio attention or acclaim they deserved.
En Vogue- Masterpiece Theatre- released May 2000
If you're scratching your head, you're probably not alone. En Vogue? En Vogue reached the height of there popularity in the early to mid 90s. They started as a 4-member girl group, Dawn Robinson left the group in 1996 before they dropped their 3rd album, EV3. In 2000, the remaining members released, Masterpiece Theatre. The first single 'Riddle' gained some airplay, but by industry standards the album was a failure. The album was some of the groups best work, showcasing a rich depth lyrically. And vocally,Cindy, Maxine, and Terry hit their stride on this disk. Their harmonies were powerful . Each voice, distinctive (you know who is singing) which for a girl group is quite refreshing. Were there no Destiny's Child, En Vogue may have done better in 2000. Go grab this album, or download these singles- 'Riddle', 'Love U Crazy,' 'Que Sera, Sera', and 'Those Dogs'.
Lamya- Learning From Falling- 2002
You may really scratch you head on this artist. Lamya found minimal success with two singles, 'Empires' and 'Black Mona Lisa', both were remixed and faired will on the Billboard dance charts. Sleek production and poetic lyrics color this album. Lamya was one of those introspective artist that don't come along often enough in pop music. Her voice was refined, yet unique. In the vain of Sade and Dido, Lamya was definitely a chanteuse worth consideration, unfortunately she passed away in January 2009, yet her music still lives. Download- 'Empires' , 'Never Enough', 'Judas Kiss', and 'Full Frontal Fridays.'
Little Jackie- The Stoop- 2008- This is just a really fantastic pop album. Imman Coppolla and Adam Pallin make up this duo. Live instruments, funny, catchy, and relevant lyrics make this album a gem.
Cyndi Lauper- Bring Ya the Brink- 2008- 80s infused pop flair, with that classic Cyndi sound sketched into each song.
Roisin Murphy- Overpowered- 2008- Eclectic and stylistically quirky, electric dance music at it's best
Jody Watley- Midnight Lounge- 2001- Seductive and mellow, a perfect blend of disco and electronic
Robin Thicke- A Beautiful World- 2003- charismatic Blue eyed soul , rich and bold, retro meets hip-hop.
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