Amel Larrieux - Bravebird (CD)

Fly like a "bird."

By Nubian ∑agle ©™  Jan 29, 2007

Pros: Must-own second CD from Amel.

Cons: None.

Go ahead. Run and get the latest by any of the corporate-manufactured pop stars in the Billboard Hot 100. If you want to blend in with the rest of the crowd, get any of their CDs. But if your tastebuds savor for something a little more complex, origi...nal, and refreshing, then you'll be in good hands with Amel Larrieux. "Bravebird, her second solo album, is a bold step forward from "Infinite Possibilities" and incorporates a wide range of genres that make it difficult to categorize the onetime Groove Theory singer. From the soulful swagger of the opener "For Real," to the killer piano-flavored ballad "Beyond," the gritty "Givin' Something Up," and the bass-heavy standout "Congo," Larrieux makes a great display of her talents as singer, songwriter, and producer. It's a shame that Sony parted ways from her after the disappointing sales of her debut, "Infinite Possibilities," for they truly left behind a very talented artist. "Bravebird" was the first great album released in 2004. You can't give this CD less than five stars and NOT look stupid. Read more Less