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  1. Sep 21, 2010
    10
    This is my favorite Madonna ALbum. My favorite song on the album is "Get Together". The album is something you can put on and enjoy anytime. I totally reccomend checking it out. Key Tracks: "Get Together" "Hung Up" "Jump" and "Sorry"
  2. Aug 24, 2010
    9
    This album is one of those albums that feels like a story, meaning that the songs barely differ in quality. Although some such as "Push" and "How High" slightly dampen the feeling of, just well-made music, there's no saying that this woman isn't something of a prodigy.
    Selling in its truckloads, Madonna still has it; the ability to create more of what made her originally famous. Her music.
    This album is one of those albums that feels like a story, meaning that the songs barely differ in quality. Although some such as "Push" and "How High" slightly dampen the feeling of, just well-made music, there's no saying that this woman isn't something of a prodigy.
    Selling in its truckloads, Madonna still has it; the ability to create more of what made her originally famous. Her music. She is still talented, is looking just as great as ever in the music videos, and has topped up her talent on dancing. We are forced to ask ourselves, is there anything this woman can't do?
    Still topping the charts almost 30 years on, every song has its catchiness and feel. A must-have for any fan of the legendary woman, a necessity in the form of a nice, old school Madonna album.
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  3. SantixR.
    Jun 11, 2010
    10
    I must say that I never really paid attention to Madonna until this album. I became a fan when i heard Confessions on a Dance floor. It's great for parties and for just a person dancing in the room. For me, it's the best Madonna album to date.
  4. Jack
    Jun 8, 2010
    10
    Madonna at her absolute best! A faultless album from the Queen of Pop. Easily up there with her best.
  5. tonyp.
    Dec 20, 2009
    10
    Something you can listen from start to finish without skipping.
  6. maks.
    Dec 15, 2009
    10
    Teach people to stunning original Madonna's music can still be so cool.
  7. yoyox
    Sep 28, 2009
    3
    Unbelievably repetitive. It's like hearing the SAME song over and over again for an hour. I guess she's just a singles artist to me. Hung up is a good song.
  8. MichaelH.
    Aug 19, 2009
    10
    Absolutely amazing. Makes you move and want to get up and dance. Such an amazing album from an already exceptional and influential musician. Madonna blows the competition away with her synth pop/dance album.
  9. JensO
    Aug 1, 2009
    10
    This album is dance music par excellence.
  10. VictorC
    Apr 5, 2009
    10
    A great Madonna album, and you can "Like It Or Not."
  11. MikD.
    Mar 13, 2009
    10
    One's of the best album the last 10 years!
  12. RuanH
    Feb 5, 2009
    10
    The album Madonna fans have been waiting for!
  13. JoshP
    Jan 3, 2009
    10
    Madonna at her exhilarating best,love the future disco,Confessions is a timeless album.
  14. AnnA
    Nov 21, 2008
    10
    This album is amazing.It contains great songs like "Sorry" & "Get Together".
  15. DannyW
    Nov 14, 2008
    10
    Still love this after 3 years. Great album by Madonna. It doesn't miss a beat!!
  16. ClifC
    Jul 21, 2008
    9
    Yeah, this album is definitly one of the greatest Electronica/Dance albums of the 2000's. Only "Jump" and "Sorry" are a little "out of key" for me. The rest is excellent. Why the fu** did she change her co-producers and chosed Timbaland for "Hard Candy"?!
  17. SimonB
    May 14, 2008
    7
    Madonna's an artist I've discovered in the recent years. I'd heard her in Snatch's soundtrack. Also saw her older hits on TV every now and then. I found she had a very lively spirit. I don't like her much nowadays, because she acts way too much like she's meant to be treated like a royalty. True reflexion of what celebrity does to you. Except yeah, the Madonna's an artist I've discovered in the recent years. I'd heard her in Snatch's soundtrack. Also saw her older hits on TV every now and then. I found she had a very lively spirit. I don't like her much nowadays, because she acts way too much like she's meant to be treated like a royalty. True reflexion of what celebrity does to you. Except yeah, the album's solid! I found a good bunch of songs actually good to listen to, for an artist such as Madonna. Letdowns were the Americanisation song such as New York. As smart as Madonna claims to be, that song just reeked idiocy. Overall, the songs have really good melodies and Madonna shows political tolerance by using many different styles of harmonies in her songs. I think Mirwais probably helped her out on this CD, but Mirwais is a good artist anyways, so props. Buy it, it's worth it. Especially if you like to dance. Expand
  18. GeorgeF
    Apr 14, 2008
    10
    Love the album as a whole...I love New Yok and HUUng UP wake me up every time!
  19. NadeemG.
    Feb 8, 2008
    2
    My favorite singer is Maddona and her song confessions on a dance floor.
  20. BrianB.
    Jan 11, 2008
    9
    The songs are amazing! The album is best enjoyed in its entirety. And the lyrics, if paid attention to, is really good.
  21. RuanH.
    Aug 12, 2007
    10
    Madonna returns to form with "Confessions". Next to "Ray of Light" this is her best work.
  22. AhmedR.
    Jun 29, 2007
    10
    Madonna never ceases to amaze me. Ever since 1983, I have thought that the day of Madonna was past, that her next album wouldn't sell, that the next tour would be boring, that she is too old and too rich to be able to reach out to listeners, has tried too many different fads, has pushed every button possible...and every single time, I am wrong. When I listen to her new single, or see Madonna never ceases to amaze me. Ever since 1983, I have thought that the day of Madonna was past, that her next album wouldn't sell, that the next tour would be boring, that she is too old and too rich to be able to reach out to listeners, has tried too many different fads, has pushed every button possible...and every single time, I am wrong. When I listen to her new single, or see her new video, I am speechless at her ability to change and present different personas successfully. After 17 official album releases, Madonna is still going stronger than ever with her latest release, Confessions on a Dance Floor. Expand
  23. BenK
    May 11, 2007
    7
    It seems like a strong effort on Madonna's part at fisrt, but the album gradually gets really old. It's decent and the songs are fun to dance to but that's about it. After a while, it's just kind of boring and dull.
  24. syaremans
    Apr 30, 2007
    10
    I like this album very much. This is the best album i ever heard. Fantastic!
  25. kaiwens
    Apr 28, 2007
    10
    Best album of her's yet. COADF simply grooves!!!
  26. ixata
    Apr 18, 2007
    6
    its basically okay.. the tunes are catchy, andsometimes experimental(push) but the problem is bout 90% of the album sounds the same.. fthermore the album flows continuously.. bcuz of that, ii sometms dun know that im actually listening to the next song
  27. JoeyK
    Apr 7, 2007
    3
    About as repetitive, unoriginal, nonsensical, repetitive as most of Madonna's songs in recent history. A lot of the lyrics are just dumb, everything is incredibly repetitive, and all the songs sound pretty much the same, only barely reaching distinguishable. Also, it's repetitive.
  28. nazg
    Mar 26, 2007
    10
    AMAZING!!! This album had me dancing from the minute I put it on until it was finished.Lets not even get into what an amazing artist and entertainer she is. MADONNA is the greatest and anything she creates is a masterpiece.
  29. AlexS
    Feb 1, 2007
    10
    Her best work yet. Really, one of the best pure pop records of all-time. Destined to be a classic.
  30. Sean
    Jan 19, 2007
    10
    Madonna's finest effort since Ray of Light, truly inspiring and a beautiful, fun listen.
  31. EliasA
    Dec 7, 2006
    10
    The best pop - dance album of the latest years and definitely one of her best. (I am a fan since 1983) I had many years to enjoy a pop - dance album so much. It can be heard for months!
  32. morgann
    Nov 18, 2006
    10
    fantastico album
  33. jaycenter
    Oct 29, 2006
    10
    with Jump as single and Confessions Tour this summer, I can say that this album is my all time favorite! can not have enough of it
  34. Nathan
    Oct 21, 2006
    8
    Love the way the songs link to one another. Far better than American Life.
  35. PP
    Sep 23, 2006
    10
    One of the best of her 13 so far!! Cannot stop listening to it!!
  36. nicka
    Sep 16, 2006
    9
    This is such a fun album and a long way from the introspection of Ray of Light and American Life. Okay not everything works but still she manages to teach the younger wanabees a thing or two. Still going strong after over twenty years, will we ever see another like her, IMO definitely not. I absolutely love madonna not because I've loved everythings shes done but because of her This is such a fun album and a long way from the introspection of Ray of Light and American Life. Okay not everything works but still she manages to teach the younger wanabees a thing or two. Still going strong after over twenty years, will we ever see another like her, IMO definitely not. I absolutely love madonna not because I've loved everythings shes done but because of her continual re-invention and change of musical styles. This album is one long disco night, full of fun, at times cheesy, at times a bit euro trash but just such an enjoyable ride.This makes you want to get up and dance and so delivers big time. Expand
  37. SyaremanA
    Sep 8, 2006
    9
    I really enjoy this album. I can repeat it many time which mean this album is not boring. Madonna, just released second album......i will be waiting.
  38. BrianB
    Aug 20, 2006
    9
    Tracks 11 and 12 aren't so good, but everything else is excellent. "Jump" and "Sorry" are superb, just about as good as anything she's ever done. Much better than the overrated Ray of Light. Actually as good as any disc she's ever put out.
  39. BorisZ
    Aug 13, 2006
    9
    It is ok but not her best work,sometimes cold and distenced
  40. WadeT
    Aug 11, 2006
    8
    I really like this album, even if at times some tracks appear to be thrown together with DJ mixes to "sound good." I don't think it's her best, that would be Ray of Light. However, the effort put forth into this album as compared to American Life, or Bedtime Stories, certainly proves that it's not all about her image.
  41. JamesD
    Jun 18, 2006
    10
    There's irony in damning Madonna in the name of Jesus
  42. seank
    May 24, 2006
    10
    This is not nonstop, it falls flat on "I Love New York" and "Issac." I do like the similarities between "Frozen" and the latter. The rest of the album is why I gave it a ten. From the catchy-non stop-move-it-ness of Hung Up, the ryhtms of Get Together, the techno beats on Sorry, the ambience of Future Lovers, the street feel of Like it or Not, the get-readiness of Jump, the cascade of Let This is not nonstop, it falls flat on "I Love New York" and "Issac." I do like the similarities between "Frozen" and the latter. The rest of the album is why I gave it a ten. From the catchy-non stop-move-it-ness of Hung Up, the ryhtms of Get Together, the techno beats on Sorry, the ambience of Future Lovers, the street feel of Like it or Not, the get-readiness of Jump, the cascade of Let it will be and Forbidden Loves to the song that moved my soul like no song ever has before-Push. I love her voice, its never sound better, she has such strength in combining love, motives, religion, etc on the Future Disco album "Confessions on a Dance Floor." It blends the past with the present better than anybody could. Expand
  43. migueld
    May 10, 2006
    9
    absolutly her best cd in almost a decade since ray of light, a pop album in its maximum expresion, with a twist of techno and disco. Enjoyable and give the old fans a new vibe to put their attention back to madonna and to the yonger crowds to follow her.
  44. AdrianoC
    May 10, 2006
    5
    These are words from a huge fan of Madonna, a man who owns all of her albums: this is the worst thing she's ever done. What a shame.
  45. PhilippeG
    May 1, 2006
    10
    Her best EVER !!!
  46. SefroniaS
    Mar 12, 2006
    1
    Instead of pushing the envelope, Madonna seems to have put herself in one and sent herself to 1976. Unfortunately, the best disco was in that era and Madonna is no match for Ms Summer or even Abba. A sad state of affairs.
  47. GonzaloB
    Mar 5, 2006
    9
    Really enoyable record.
  48. JKaltz
    Mar 3, 2006
    9
    This is one of madonna"s best albums ever
  49. yori
    Feb 20, 2006
    8
    I wish people would just give up with whole "hate" thing they have for Maddy...so much energy waisted....if you dont like dancing or fun then just DON'T listen to the album...stick to enya and the rest....in the meantime i'll get into her groove and hit the dancefloor....
  50. JGarrett
    Feb 11, 2006
    9
    I can listen to this album over and over again. Our favorite 70s disco songs with an electronica overlay and lyrics. If you like Disco or even club music, this is a must have.
  51. Rycardo
    Feb 10, 2006
    0
    I prefer Enya to this ....... thing,because its have her own style,never changed,and have talent. Enya is the real music.
  52. Adamastor
    Feb 10, 2006
    1
    I like artists that never use the music of others,this shows that Madonna can't make her own sound never,she is always changing it to get success,what a pity,it shows also that she dont have creativity and talent for compose.
  53. KurtC
    Feb 8, 2006
    5
    There are only a few highlights, such as the single "Hung Up," and overwhelmingly the songs mesh into one repetitive whole, leaving you bored and feeling cheated. Vision and uniqueness are heavily lacking on "Confessions..." I would recommend only buying the single if it's peaking your interest.
  54. ToddR
    Feb 7, 2006
    7
    Aside from the brilliant lead single and a few other tracks, the album is pretty generic, icy dance pop.
  55. adamk
    Feb 1, 2006
    0
    They were playing this the other night when I was at the gyn. I thought about just letting the bar crush my skull. Awful, awful "music"
  56. PeterF
    Jan 23, 2006
    2
    Oh dear. How UNDERWHELMED am I with this album...? Uninspired, soul-less and what is it with those lame lyrics ? Churning out yet another commercially glib collection of crap, I yearn for the Madge days of RAY OF LIGHT or BEDTIME STORIES. Just Hang Up why dontcha...?
  57. PranavD
    Jan 22, 2006
    10
    One of her best works till date. As each song segues into the next and grows on you, you just cannot stop listening to the whole album once you sit down with Hung Up. Each track is amazing, from the 80's love beats in Forbidden Love to the hyperactive Jump. Brilliant stuff!
  58. georgie
    Jan 21, 2006
    10
    this album is amazing! i highly highly recommend it
  59. Tada-maddyman
    Jan 21, 2006
    10
    Confessions made another surprise when it debuted at No.1 in nearly 40 various country. Album managed to a massive improvement fro latest album effort American Life. So we oughta wish Madonna this huge success because when U R 47 year-old this is amazing´.
  60. robh
    Jan 19, 2006
    4
    I have to disagree with Henry T when he suggests that Madonna has 'never borken any ground artistically" See Like A Prayer and Ray of Light in particular...The reason this album is so disappointing is that Madonna no longer seems to want to push herself artistically and his happy to settle for commercial, lyrically weak dance music that will satisfy her finances rather than her I have to disagree with Henry T when he suggests that Madonna has 'never borken any ground artistically" See Like A Prayer and Ray of Light in particular...The reason this album is so disappointing is that Madonna no longer seems to want to push herself artistically and his happy to settle for commercial, lyrically weak dance music that will satisfy her finances rather than her creative energy. Expand
  61. DigitalContradiction
    Jan 17, 2006
    9
    Confessions on a Dance Floor is being billed by mainstream critics as a fluffy, care-free, exuberant disc, which to an extent, is true. However, club-hopping purists and disco/dance fanatics should be warned: This is not the same Madonna from 20 years ago rolling around on-stage in a wedding dress. The style of this album while very much clubby in feel, also demonstrates Madonna's Confessions on a Dance Floor is being billed by mainstream critics as a fluffy, care-free, exuberant disc, which to an extent, is true. However, club-hopping purists and disco/dance fanatics should be warned: This is not the same Madonna from 20 years ago rolling around on-stage in a wedding dress. The style of this album while very much clubby in feel, also demonstrates Madonna's maturity not only as an artist, but as a woman who can masterfully craft a dance-oriented disc that appeals to discerning adult listeners. My official review is here: http://www.digitalcontradiction.net/misc/confessions.html Expand
  62. FrankD
    Jan 15, 2006
    1
    To be honest, I have never been much of a Madonna fan, but for whatever reason, I assumed I would love this record. Wrong! I was shocked after one listen how I had little or no interest in listening to it again. Her vocals never leave the ground. To make dance music exciting, the vocalist must soar into the disco rafters. She simply hasn't got the pipes. (The same reason the film of To be honest, I have never been much of a Madonna fan, but for whatever reason, I assumed I would love this record. Wrong! I was shocked after one listen how I had little or no interest in listening to it again. Her vocals never leave the ground. To make dance music exciting, the vocalist must soar into the disco rafters. She simply hasn't got the pipes. (The same reason the film of "Evita" was so flat.) And the lyrics! Sometimes (as in the New York number) they are downright embarrassing! A supreme disapointment! Let's allow Madonna to settle into motherhood, and let's all move on to something more interesting... Byebye, Mrs. Ritchie! Expand
  63. BelovedB
    Jan 15, 2006
    10
    Nomatter what she did, she always a leader not follower!
  64. SeanC
    Jan 14, 2006
    1
    Madonna just put out one of the worst albums of her career. I really not feeling anything she does. I wish she would just go away!!!!
  65. henryt
    Jan 12, 2006
    2
    I'm starting to realise Madonna is a brand that's been overhyped from day one. She's never broken any ground artistically and her vocals and lyrics aren't up too much. A weak album from a weak artist trying very very hard to stay on the scene,
  66. PeterO
    Jan 11, 2006
    6
    It's great to see Madonna bangin' on the dancefloor again but on a dance/house music point of view, there's much better stuff out there. Think Mylo, Starsailor, Deep Dish, van Dyk and such.
  67. robertor
    Jan 8, 2006
    9
    Exciting cd from Madonna My favourite songs are Get together and Forbidden lovers. I do not know why many people do not like I love new York: the lyrics can be horrible but the music is absolutely wonderful
  68. MarciaL
    Jan 6, 2006
    10
    I would like to give 12!
  69. sivamkk
    Jan 6, 2006
    9
    Pros: - Great and extremely dancable music! - Music is consistently good Cons: - Some samples sound suspiciously similar to stuff from recent popular dance hits!
  70. MonicaL
    Jan 5, 2006
    4
    There are only a few good things on this album, and it's nothing she or anyone else hasn't done before. Formulaic, but sometimes fun in spite of it. This should be the last we hear from this woman, ever. Please!
  71. jyotirmayad
    Dec 27, 2005
    7
    Suprisingly good. The material mom has gone full circle and come home to her roots (uh, the original brunette one's hahaha).
  72. DimitriC
    Dec 22, 2005
    5
    I don't get it. If any other artist released this, it would have been mildly praised for the studio work and criticized for the mediocre lyrics and vocals. Confessions fails to break any new creative ground, but it will please her die-hard legions of loyal fans. My advice? Move along... nothing to see here.
  73. riot
    Dec 20, 2005
    10
    very goooooood
  74. Jason
    Dec 18, 2005
    10
    Her best album ever!!! It brings her old school dance with her updated lyrics. Absolutely beautiful!!!
  75. RobertMas
    Dec 17, 2005
    10
    No Doubt the best album that has hit all year.
  76. seanf
    Dec 13, 2005
    10
    amazing album with a great beat that grabs hold and lets up only to baptize you in the spirit, you will hear angels
  77. ElleB
    Dec 11, 2005
    5
    Not great, not bad. Average. This latest effort from Madonna is a bit bleak in some areas, though there are some uber- funky dance mega hits packed in this pop CD. Its not classic Madonna, but hey, at least she doesn't sing for Britain about kaballah and how fabulous her life is.
  78. MikeW
    Dec 7, 2005
    10
    Great album from start to finish! Congratulations Madonna.
  79. zhasan
    Dec 7, 2005
    10
    Simply Amazing. A feast for the ears!
  80. AlfreoE
    Dec 6, 2005
    10
    I needed an album like this for christmas!
  81. OscarB
    Dec 5, 2005
    0
    ewww....I though she was better then this.
  82. AntonioB
    Dec 5, 2005
    10
    After a dismal attempt in American Life, Confessions brings us back to who Madonna is, the maker of great music. I have listened to his album over a hundred times and still cannot get bored. Each time I listen I hear something new. The music is magical and gets me moving. She proves that she can once again defy the odds by making a great album.
  83. Lennylu
    Dec 4, 2005
    10
    Yet another masterpiece from the unstoppable Madonna!
  84. catacombA
    Dec 3, 2005
    10
    Album Of the Year!!!
  85. hagop
    Dec 3, 2005
    10
    BEst album of year
  86. Hugop
    Dec 3, 2005
    10
    A rcih sounding album amzim tracks and diverse will please anyone!!!!
  87. MrNihilism
    Dec 2, 2005
    9
    Great music.
  88. NickAlliNick
    Nov 30, 2005
    10
    Madonna simply the best!
  89. CB
    Nov 30, 2005
    9
    I was quite happy with it... I love how one song flows into the next. It might not take very long for me to get annoyed by it, but it is nonetheless quite an excellent album. To be honest, I actually really dislike Madonna for various reasons, but this is by far my favorite album.
  90. BrandoZ
    Nov 29, 2005
    9
    I drove three hours... and the music kept me going. Folks, play it loud and you will "feel" its power even better. This work also refers to a notion of artistic coexistence (Merce Cunningham Dance Company does it beautifully). At times it feels like you are listening to tunes from two sources, and they are doing their own thing. I loved it! Beautiful sound texture.
  91. madsl
    Nov 29, 2005
    8
    This is a pleasant surprise! Madonna is back doing what she is supposed to do: entertain! American Life was an ill-judged attempt to educate rather than entertain and madonna has apparently learned that if she wants to maintain her relevance she should make us dance instead of think! Clever choice...and up goes the record sales!
  92. TomP
    Nov 28, 2005
    10
    Great! Catchy! Fun! Dance happy. Everything music should be!!!!
  93. DanielR
    Nov 27, 2005
    9
    This cd has 5 excellent tracks, 3 good, 2 mediocre, and 2 I won't even listen to. I am an avid Madonna Fan. This is not her best, and none of the other tracks will probably be remembered with exception to Hung Up- think "American Life." However, this cd does have commercial potential (remember "Love Profusion" for Esteee Lauder) and I could see some of these songs used in marketing This cd has 5 excellent tracks, 3 good, 2 mediocre, and 2 I won't even listen to. I am an avid Madonna Fan. This is not her best, and none of the other tracks will probably be remembered with exception to Hung Up- think "American Life." However, this cd does have commercial potential (remember "Love Profusion" for Esteee Lauder) and I could see some of these songs used in marketing campaigns. I am still waiting for that GREAT Madonna CD, one that will beat out Ray of Light and (my fave->) Music. Expand
  94. BenS
    Nov 27, 2005
    2
    yes i hold up my hand it IS definately pissing over mariah carey but...................it still bores. Maddona seems crushed under a barrage of seemingly pointless beats and melodies while her pointless lyrics and effects betray the talented voice, not at all a good listen
  95. ByronM
    Nov 27, 2005
    10
    This album is amazing! I love this album. Madonna had made me a big fan. My favorites are Sorry, Push, Jump, Issaac, Future Lovers, Get Together...the whole album...lol.
  96. JasonD
    Nov 27, 2005
    10
    Great album, will make us all forget american life.
  97. Andy
    Nov 27, 2005
    9
    I aint ever heard a full madonna album (1 of the minority!) but this album because of the beats and production has been in the cd player for the last few weeks as it is really, really good. You can put it on and the time flies all the tracks mix into 1 long happy tune. I love New York is the worst song in terms of lyrics but who cares as the beats still work even on this!
  98. garynuman
    Nov 26, 2005
    1
    Could it be any more blatant that she's trying to make up for American Life's critical and commercial failure? Most of the rest of the world has moved on.
  99. Stacey
    Nov 26, 2005
    9
    I just bought this one, and its one of her best... very dancey and upbeat... AWESOME!!!!!!
  100. MILTONAVE
    Nov 25, 2005
    10
    Amazing new work of Madonna, simple, awesome, just fun!!!!! You can dance, for inspiration!!!!
Metascore
80

Generally favorable reviews - based on 28 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 26 out of 28
  2. Negative: 0 out of 28
  1. One of the few pop singers whose albums are best appreciated in their entirety and not lopped off into "hit singles," Madonna... has succeeded at creating a dance-pop odyssey with an emotional, if not necessarily narrative, arc.
  2. It may be a return to core values, but there's still a bravery about Confessions on a Dancefloor. It revels in the delights of wilfully plastic dance pop in an era when lesser dance-pop artists - from Rachel Stevens to Price's protege Juliet - are having a desperately thin time of it.
  3. Los Angeles Times
    75
    Disco with a vengeance, a whomping, unapologetically airheaded engine of stroboscopic beats and succulent textures that exhumes dance music's time-honored values of celebration and affirmation. [13 Nov 2005]