Katharine McPhee’s New Album Is Not To Be Missed

There are times in life you act against your head and in this case, I am glad that I did just that.

Friends of mine know that I am a huge fan of American Idol’s runner-up Katherine McPhee. I took leave on that day to watch the final live ready for a celebration when my dream was crushed by you-know-who. But that was then. As I was about to sample McPhee’s debut album, I really did not know what to expect. Honestly speaking, I would have given this album a pass after the first 2 songs if she was someone else.

The album has a wide collection of upbeat R&B and slow ballads and is easily one of my most listened to album of 2007 so far. Her slow ballads remind me of Christina Aguilera and Mariah Carey such as “Home” (track 4), “Ordinary World” (track 8), “Better Off Alone” (track 10), “Neglected” (track 11), and “Everywhere I Go” (track 12). Her upbeat numbers remind me of Beyoncé. Most notable tracks are “Open Toes” (track 3 – the fun kicks in at 2.30 mins when the beat changes), “Not Ur Girl” (track 5), “Dangerous” (track 7), and “Do What You Do” (track 9).

Katherine McPhee has a warm and gifted voice and does not sound overpowering. The music arrangement of the songs are addictive to listen to. Overall, this album is pleasant to the ears. If you have time constraint, sample “Open Toes”, “Home”, and “Not Ur Girl” from Amazon.com. They are my favourites. By the way, did you know that Katherine is only 23 this year? I thought her voice and outlook looks more mature than that.

Related Links: Katherine McPhee’s Official Site, Katherine McPhee at Wikipedia.