There's a love between us still
But something's changed and I don't know why
And all I want to do is go home with you
But I know I'm out of my mind
I...
Nothing’s Real, the finished product in question, is imbued with the type of honesty that lends credence to the former [effacing, tongue-in-cheek hubris].
Nothing’s Real is proof that Shura has carved out a name for herself in a distinctly oversaturated market. Here is a pop star that has undoubtedly arrived.
An absolutely flawless debut, and one of the (if not the) best release of 2016 so far. Listening to a debut album you usually find that theyAn absolutely flawless debut, and one of the (if not the) best release of 2016 so far. Listening to a debut album you usually find that they sound a bit messy, a bit all over the place, but this is not the case with Nothing's Real. Every track stands on it's own as a memorable song, and yet they are all expertly crafted together in a way that makes the album one of the most consistent body of work in year. The transition between the tracks "Kidz 'n' Stuff" and "Indecision" being the best example of this.
From Shura's 80's sound, and even early-Madonna reminiscent vocals, to her seamless production you can tell her music is beyond her years, and would expect an album of this caliber to come from someone who has a lot more experience within the industry.
Each of Shura's singles from this album (namely "Touch", "What's It Gonna Be?", "2shy" etc.) have been so standout, that you couldn't imagine any other tracks from the album being quite so good, but you would be wrong. Each song, including her vocal free interludes, are fantastic in their own right and will make any music lover keep playing the album on repeat.
An absolutely fantastic album, and an extraordinary debut, I cannot wait to see what Shura comes up with next. 10/10.…Expand
An absolutely flawless debut, and one of the (if not the) best release of 2016 so far. Listening to a debut album you usually find that theyAn absolutely flawless debut, and one of the (if not the) best release of 2016 so far. Listening to a debut album you usually find that they sound a bit messy, a bit all over the place, but this is not the case with Nothing's Real. Every track stands on it's own as a memorable song, and yet they are all expertly crafted together in a way that makes the album one of the most consistent body of work in year. The transition between the tracks "Kidz 'n' Stuff" and "Indecision" being the best example of this.…Expand
A debut album heavily reminiscent of the 80s, Shura has made a remarkable effort to bring out her best in each of her songs. The BBC Sound ofA debut album heavily reminiscent of the 80s, Shura has made a remarkable effort to bring out her best in each of her songs. The BBC Sound of 2015 nominee mixes electronic, indie pop, new wave, and alternative R&B elements and combines them into one that makes Nothing's Real a reality.…Expand
One of the most cohesive and original releases of the year, this girl really enlightened something in me I didn't know was there for thisOne of the most cohesive and original releases of the year, this girl really enlightened something in me I didn't know was there for this style of music! I'll have my eyes open for her career from now on, she's just got herself a new loving and dedicated fan.
Keep doing what you're doing!…Expand
Nothing's Real is the rare album that is both cohesive and diverse, emotional and fun, nostalgic and fresh. A pop album of a new caliber,Nothing's Real is the rare album that is both cohesive and diverse, emotional and fun, nostalgic and fresh. A pop album of a new caliber, Shura delivers on every front.…Expand
Whilst more 80's inspired than its counterparts, Nothing's Real still has all the qualities of a terrific synthpop album. Much of this recordWhilst more 80's inspired than its counterparts, Nothing's Real still has all the qualities of a terrific synthpop album. Much of this record is very dreamlike. This gives us a lot of blissful and atmospheric beats. Shura's vocals have an airy and haunting quality to them. And for the purposes of the tracks here, they work really well. However, the 80's styled production really steals the show. The atmosphere blended with a mix of 80's as well as modern synths make this the first truly great synthpop album of 2016.…Expand
