Linda Eder - It's No Secret Anymore

The marvelous voice of Linda Eder takes center stage in her fourth solo album, recorded when the singer was seven months pregnant. Frequently compared to Barbra Streisand for her combination of vocal power and sensitivity, Eder swings ("You Never Remind Me"), is torchy ("Romancin' the Blues"), and even does a good impression of Celine Dion ("Even Now"). Unlike Streisand, however, Eder is strongly associated with a single composer--her husband, pop-Broadway man Frank Wildhorn, whose songs with lyricist Jack Murphy continue to dominate Eder's repertoire on It's No Secret Anymore. Of particular interest here are four songs from the yet-to-be-produced show Havana--a not-surprising combination of bombast, balladry, and Latin dance-pop. Wildhorn's work usually receives mixed reviews, but no question it sounds best when sung by Eder. For unconvinced critics, there is also one non-Wildhorn song on this album, the Arlen-Mercer classic "One for My Baby," that proves that Linda Eder can sing just about anything. --David Horiuchi Amazon.com

Linda is Superb!

Everyone has said everything that could be said about the superb Linda Eder. I have only just received and listened to this, my first Linda Eder CD, and I am on an absolute high. Every song is sung from the heart. I just had to add my few words of support for this lady. Do buy this CD, it is wonderful. Yes, there are 14 cuts but you wish it could go on and on. This will not be my last Linda Eder CD. Well done Linda - may you always be remembered in years to come - you are superb. May 4, 2006

Very Good

This album is great! I love almost all of the songs on here. I think "Vienna" is my favorite. Linda's voice is so full of feeling. It is remarkable! I definitely recommend it. February 6, 2005

Linda Is Great - No Secret Anymore

Linda Eder has everything to be a singer who is proud of her own voice and career. She has the voice of clarity, captiveness, commerciality, wiseness, and most importantly, beauty. Besides, she has Barbra Streisand's range. She also has a pretty face (her face ALWAYS reminds me of Shannen Doherty). It was no wonder that when I came across her at Amazon.com I was totally taken. I still remember the time when I was brought to her magical world by a list that put her in. I clicked on this album and simply play the sound sample. And `do you hear what I hear'? I hear a voice which (I know Julie's fan will disagree) even surpasses Julie Andrews' (which is one of the most timeless voice ever). You know, I'm a newbie in Broadway (all I know are Andrew Lloyd Webber's musical theatres and "The Sound Of Music"), but I know that Linda's voice travels and surpasses all genres. So I'm not surprised that at last I bought "It's No Secret Anymore".

At first, I need to adapt from my usual musical liking, pop, alternative, classical, to these Broadway or Swing like songs. But the adaptation doesn't need too much time as Linda's voice make me fall in love with this genre. I'm crazy in love with this album since then and this album stays in my CD player (though it's not only this one. Clay Aiken's "Measure Of A Man" and Sarah McLachlan's "Afterglow" are on my CD player too). All songs are perfectly perfect and the lyrics are far from `cheesy' cathegory.

1. It's No Secret Anymore = The song transforms from a slow song to a fast tempoed Swing song. The lyrics are truly creative and the music is catchy, things that almost all songs here have.

2. You Never Remind Me = In the booklet, Linda says it's her favorite swing cut on the CD. At first I think this one's so-so, but later I labeled this as my favorite too. The lyrics are clever (again) and the music is simple, but captive. This song doesn't really take broad range or ability to sing real fast, but that's the reason that this song is very likeable.

3. Romancin' The Blues = One of the jazziest song in the album. Linda sings `lazily' and the song is very chillin'. The back cover of the album describes this song :-)

4. Havana = One of the hippiest song in the album (NOT the hippiest). HAVANA showcases Linda's hobby, to scream. She screams great, no wonder she loves to scream.

5. Why Do People Fall In Love = This is the first ballad in this album. These kinds of songs really make Linda sounds best.

6. I Guess I Love You = This song can only be written by a genious. The lyrics are truly captive and the music is wonderful. Linda's last line is great. "Just guess !!!"

7. This Time Around = The music is very ballad-like. Well, the lyrics are so-so but Linda always makes it to this song.

8. Looks Like You Started Something = This song talks about everything. From George Washington to Adam and Eve. You may think that it heard strange, but it helps creating the great foundation for the `looks like you started something' stuffs. The best song lyrically.

9. Little Things = The piano and rain-like drum intro makes this song very special. Each little thing makes this song great. "It's the little things...."

10. Even Now = This is the `Barbra Streisand track'. She sings real high notes here (with no head voice, as usual). There are also several parts where the background vocals are really beautiful.

11. Never Dance = The (as they called it) `Ricky Martin track'. Always (want to) dance when it comes to this song.

12. Vienna = This song is the remake of one of her hit from her 1st album. This one also shows her `Barbra Streisand side'. Quite touching.

13. Anything Can Happen = Yeah, great lyrics.....

14. One For My Baby = I always like Mercier's lyrics. No exception for this one.

Linda Eder has `the female voice of the century' so this album worth each track. Listening to Linda's voice is one of the most beautiful and worthy experience I've had. Her voice is God's gift. February 18, 2004

Linda's Brilliance Shines Bright

Linda Eder's vocal brilliance shines in this CD. She sings the classic pop songs like no other female artist alive today. Her song "Even Now" is a full force anthem. The lively salsa number "Havana" will transport you right into Cuba's 50's hey-day. "Vienna" is a rich, gorgeous tribute to Linda's homeland. This gifted vocalist sweeps you into a wonderfully orchestrated trip on every cut on this CD. Don't miss this one for your collection. October 13, 2003

I LOVE LINDA EDER! Linda is AMAZING

This is the first Linda Eder CD I have and I can not stop listening to it. Her voice is wonderful, and and range is amazing. I recommend this CD to everyone. She has one of the most beautiful voices in the world. She has become my all time favorite singer. If you want to hear great music by the most amazing singer BUY THIS CD! You won't regret it! She is awesome. I hope one day I'll be able to see her in concert! April 6, 2003

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