GUILTY PLEASURE by Ashley Tisdale
Rating: 5/5
Reviewer: Jared Orlin
The High School Musical star has traded in her blonde locks and Disney image for a grown-up look and sound on her second album. The result is a mostly up-tempo and fast-paced pop album. The 14 songs will appeal to pop-lovers - stand-out singles are It’s Alright, It’s OK, Hot Mess and the rocking Acting Out. Highly listenable.
ULTIMATE R&B: THE LOVE COLLECTION by various artists
Rating: 4/5
Reviewer: Jared Orlin
These 19 gems are hits from the past two years. A few are slightly older and no longer played regularly on radio such as Fergie’s Big Girls Don’t Cry and Tears Dry on Their Own by Amy Winehouse. Newer R&B tracks include the Pussycat Dolls singing I Hate This Part.
FANTASY RIDE by Ciara
Rating: 3/5
Reviewer: Golda van Schalkwyk
The sexy Super C (as she now calls herself) has returned with an amazingly produced third album. There are plenty of potential hits on this 16-track disc and after a few listens you’ll realise it’s because of the great collaborations and skilful production. Thankfully Ciara hasn’t changed her original hip-hop style. Love Sex Magic, Work and the opening track, Ciara to the Stage, will soar up the charts.
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