Artist: Sia
Album: Some People Have Real Problems
Release date: 14/01/2008
Sia is an artist that has been around for some time, building on and gaining adoration and respect from her loyal fanbase.
She first came to light after singing on all three Zero7 albums with her most notable performances on the hit singles "Destiny" and "distractions"
Some People have real problems is Sia's 4th album and is a charming and 'real' creation
Little black Sandals is an excellent opening song, traditional downtempo tune featuring a solid yet unintrusive drum beat coupled with an extremely catchy melody that is reminiscent of pop songs. Dont let the term pop fool you as there is nothing shallow about this song and the lyrics are example of that.You will find yourself singing "These Little black sandals....." all day
Lentil is a smooth and flowing song that will draw you in with its moving melody and unbeleivebly strong vocal performance. The vocal in particular oozes emotion and i defy anyone to not have the hair on their arms stand on end.
The ballads are perfectly contrasted with uptempo songs like "Girl you lost to cocaine" and "Academia", the latter having cleverly constructed lyrics matched with a playful verse vocal melody that pulls you through the song until an epic and floating chorus.
Over all this album has a fine balance of heartfelt emotional songs, that cant help touch some part of the listeners spirit and is matched with uptempo bouncy songs that lift and cheer.
Every song on this album has a strong back bone and defined sound from solid bass and ryhthm to unmistakable vocal hooks that are by no means predictable.
If this album is not nominated for at least one award it will be an injustice.
5 star rating *****