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- Summary: 'Happenstance' is the first solo LP for the Chicago-based singer-songwriter, who has also recorded with the funk band Bumpus.
- Record Label: RCA
- Genre(s): Adult Alternative, Singer-Songwriter
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Top Track
| Be Be Your Love | |
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| If I could take you away Pretend I was queen What would you say Would you think I'm unreal 'Cause everybody's got their way I should... | See the rest of the song lyrics |
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Positive: 10 out of 15
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Mixed: 5 out of 15
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Negative: 0 out of 15
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Entertainment WeeklyShe proves she can hold her own with the best of the distressed songstresses. [11 Jun 2004, p.123]
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Yamagata's voice is one of those rare gifts, a vocal quality that is instantly recognizable and distinctive, yet somehow classic, with an incredible range that covers both the sensual lows and the tender, melancholy highs.
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Ms. Yamagata has moved beyond the slightly jazzy overtones of her debut EP to grandiose, ready-for-radio singer/songwriter pop for the ages.
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UncutCarried off with an impressive theatricality. [Jul 2005, p.104]
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BlenderIf she lacks [Fiona] Apple's emotional complexity, her lovely and original debut finds the romance in despair. [Jun/Jul 2004, p.149]
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Her writing can be exceptional.
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There's nothing wrong with her performance -- it's just undistinguished.
Score distribution:
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Positive: 8 out of 11
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Mixed: 3 out of 11
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Negative: 0 out of 11
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fdgddfgdfgdgdfgddfJan 22, 2007bloddy good
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AlexisB.May 18, 2007
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ChesterC.Apr 15, 2008
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KenSDec 29, 2005sultry voice, catchy tunes. really enjoyed this album
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DarylLMay 28, 2005Never has sadness sounded so good. Rachael's voice sounds so morose and soulful, yet not boring. amazing.
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MichelleP.Jul 9, 2004Her songs are deep and smoky, and she reveals a simplicity in lyrics and complexity in arrangment that turn out to be an excellent marriage.
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StevePJan 24, 2005
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