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- Summary: The 'Basics' in the title of this double-disc set are the jazzy blues and soul sounds of the 1920s, 30s and 40s, which Aguilera tackles with the help of Linda Perry and DJ Premier.
- Record Label: RCA
- Genre(s): Pop
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Score distribution:
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Positive: 9 out of 17
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Mixed: 8 out of 17
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Negative: 0 out of 17
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It may be all about style, it may be a little crass and self-centered, but it's also catchy, exciting, and unique.
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She's found herself artistically.
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Ultimately, Aguilera's the only one of her peers with the vocal prowess to pull it off.
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It's too much.
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Rolling StoneAt one disc, this would have been nothing short of masterful. [24 Aug 2006, p.96]
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Paste MagazineThe album carries a slight-but-distinct theatrical odor. [Apr 2007, p.56]
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This rather bloated record should be regarded as a disappointment - an interesting one, but a disappointment none the less.
Score distribution:
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Positive: 183 out of 212
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Mixed: 13 out of 212
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Negative: 16 out of 212
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JeffJAug 15, 2006
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Nov 21, 2011
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TerraCAug 18, 2006Glad she's back. Loves it!
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May 14, 2018This review contains spoilers, click expand to view.
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Jan 6, 2015
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May 8, 2011
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MandyDAug 14, 2006Isn't even worthy of being released. She's so fake.
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