In Music: Sia - We Are Born Album Review

This is Sia's fifth studio album that was just released today.  Let me start by saying that Sia is probably my favorite artist ever, which is saying a lot coming from me.  The best way I can review this album is to say it's not as great as I wish it was, but not as bad as I thought it would be.  Sia had released a few tracks a few months ago and I was underwhelmed.  The whole album however, is actually fairly good.  I'm surprised by the songs that are becoming my favorites. They're not the huge vocal ballads like "Breathe Me" or "Soon We'll Be Found" but more uptempo 80's reminiscent tracks.  So even though I'm disappointed by some of the songs, there are a few hidden gems and there's no denying the genius that is Sia.  I have a feeling that after listening a few more times, I may grow to love this album.  Listen to "Be Good to Me," my favorite track, below and click "read more" for a full review of each song.

 

★★★★☆

In Gadgets: iOS 4 is Available

Apple's revolutionary new operating system, iOS 4 is available for download and installation.  New long-awaited features like multi-tasking, iBooks and folders are now able to be utilized on your iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad.  The best part...it's FREE!

Mancandy Monday: Brock Yurich

Another Monday another piece of mancandy.  Working a 17 hour shift today, I may need a little inspiration.  Thank you Brock!

In Film: Four Christmases

I never really had any desire to see this movie.  I heard from a few people that it was surprisingly good, so I DVR'd it and watched it this morning.  Snoozefest.  Vince Vaughn had some funny quips, but it really wasn't as funny as it could have been.  Overall I'm pretty disappointed and will definitely not watch it again by choice.

The Good: Vince Vaughn did have some funny little moments.

The Bad: The Christmases themselves could have been more extreme and played up to be more entertaining.

The Ugly: Predictable.  They turned it into a sappy love story, boy loses girl, realizes he wants her and says all the right things to win her back.  Hope I didn't ruin the ending for you.

★☆☆☆☆

In Music: VV Brown - Shark in the Water

VV Brown is a singer, songwriter and producer from England who has become one of the artists to watch for in 2010.  It's just been released that she is opening for Pink's new tour.  VV has one of those throwback voices like Amy Winehouse and Duffy, but her style is eclectic and more indie-pop which she likes to say is "Musical Mashed Potatoes".  This song is her third and highest ranking single.  It's catchy, it's fun and I can't help but get it stuck in my head for days at a time.

Artist: VV Brown

Song: Shark in the Water

Album: Travelling Like the Light

Writer: VV Brown, Tommy Tysper, Marcus Sepehrmanesh

Label: Island Records

★★★☆☆