Jann Arden - Blood Red Cherry

 Truly Canadian
Jann Arden is by far my favorite singer/songwriter from Canada. This album is so bare, and so beautiful that it's hard to put down. "Cherry Popsicle" is my personal favorite because it completely taps into the emotion of what its like to be completely consumed by love. I also like the way Jann brings to light many social, and political issues through her songs, "Another Human Being" and "Into The Sun." It shows her creativeness and her knowledge going far beyond her own experiences. The best song on this album i would have to say is "Piece of It All." I think she left it as the last song for a a reason. Everyone is going to relate to this song, and i mean everyone, and it's food for thought. We're so indulged in our own misery sometimes that we don't stop to think that we are truly special.
This album is golden, and so pure. Jann is amazing. She is simply just amazing. July 1, 2005

 Jann's back!
you're a fool for not having this albumn, go get it!
she's sooo underated.... June 3, 2004

 Magical
This is the cd that I go back to time and time again. It is my favorite! My personal favorite is 'Mend". It's a celebration of how love and a relationship can survive given the careless way we treat each other and our emotions. There is not a single song on this album that I do not like. It gives me countless hours of enjoyment. The music and the words are meant to touch your inner heart and stimulate your mind. Who could ask for more? October 1, 2003

 Just when you think you know her!
We don't hear Jann on USA radio stations so I have to keep tabs on her releases. I heard Jann sing on "Live With Regis" about a year ago and she sang "Cherry Popsicle". Although it wasn't a great live performance even by the reaction on the show--I knew Jann's work and knew I'd get the album eventually.

The songs that grabbed me on this one are: "Sleepless", "Into the Sun", "Another Human Being", "Janeen", "Taste of This" and "Mend". This album has a different sound both musically and vocally. The vocals are more restrictive on "Blood Red Cherry" as they do not 'showcase' Jann's powerful range as we heard on "Living Under June" and "Happy". We only get brief glimpses on such songs as "Another Human Being", "Janeen", and "Taste of This". This album's synthesized instrumentation partially overwhelmed her vocals, and the emotive lyrics sometimes came across as a whiny country twang.

Overall I did enjoy the album. Many reviews from those who disliked "Living Under June" have raved about this album. The only way to make a decision is to buy them both. Jann Arden has proven to be versatile and just when you think you got a hold on her style she sings "Best Dressed" and you think it could be a Dolly Parton song. Looking forward to her next album as always. December 15, 2002

 Great CD
You won't regret buying this CD. This artist has appeared with her music on Felicity, thats where I first heard her. This is a great CD, I love it! July 2, 2002

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