Girl Groups seem to be on the rise today, and even tho everyone's favorite groups like Danity Kane and Pussycat Dolls (did you hear Ashley is going solo?) are falling apart, there are so many up and coming groups just waiting in line to take their place.
One group that's caught my attention over these past few months is The Saturdays.
The colorful 5-some have made quite a splash in their native UK with a handful of hits (If This Is Love","Up","Issues","Just Can't Get Enough") and a successful debut album "Chasing Lights".
As you can see in the video above, the girls bring a different brand of sass and appeal to the game that's all their own, somewhat reminiscent of the Spice Girls but with a little more polish, and ALOT more talent.
This has proven to be a winning combo for them and they're currently working on their highly anticipated sophomore album set to drop later this year.
I'm loving what they bring to the table, and although its obvious these girls are talented and different, do you think they have what it takes to cross over into the U.S market? Or are they just an overseas sensation??
Now everyone knows im a fair dude and i give everyone a chance. People also know that imma sucker for a pretty girl with a big voice. With that said, when i first heard about singer Alexandra Burke doing her thing over in the UK on Popular show X-Factor, i was excited. We are talking about the same show that gave the world Leona Lewis, and the same t.v producers responsible for all the amazing voices that have found success via American Idol (Kelly Clarkson, Jennifer Hudson, Carrie Underwood, etc)
So like most artist im curious about, i went and did research. I wanted to see what all the fuss was about. I mean she is a staple on several popular UK blogs; she was getting compared to the likes of Whitney Houston and Toni Braxton; and the all mighty Beyonce even performed with her on her winning night. So i headed over to youtube, typed her name, and watch the first video that popped up.
She's beautiful, she can sing, but it's nothing new. Better singers have LOST American Idol. I just don't see all the fuss...
Don't Kill me, im trying here...but something about her voice bothers me. Truth be told, she's just not that special. Technically she right on point, most of the notes are good, and when she does nail her runs they sound good. But her voice lacks the kinda personality it takes to make it in today's industry as JUST a singer.
I do see the potential, but right now i feel like all the hype around her is not worth it. I feel Leona's success the season before put pressure on the shows producers to deliver an artist on the same level, which is why they have put so much spotlight on Burke, or could she perhapes be that much better than i am seeing??
She's currently working on her debut project with the likes of Akon, Pharell, Timberland, and Red One, and her debut single "Hallelujah" is the biggest selling single in the UK, not to mention her record deal is worth £1 million...so she's not off to a bad start.
Until the album drops, i'll save my verdict and add her to the list of "Artist i want to like". And i'm hoping she proves me wrong, cause she seems like a great girl. Like i said, i see potential, but somethings off....
Check out one of the performances i actually enjoyed.
So last night, while i discovered the 8th wonder of the world aka Twitter, my itunes (on shuffle as usual) began to play the track "So Good" from The-Dream's girl group Electrik Red. So i started doing my usual googling and youtubing, and i gotta say i feel in love with the ladies.
Electrik Red is an all-girl ensemble comprising of Kyndra "Binkie" Reevey, Lesley Lewis, Naomi Allen and Sarah Rosete. Think EnVogue meets TLC. These girls got a swagger all their own, and bring an energy to the screen that is...well Electrik (lol).
All four ladies got their start in the industry as back-up dancers and video models. After meeting in 2004 the ladies formed Electrik Red the next year and have worked hard for the past few years to secure a record deal.
The ladies got their big break in 2008 when they got signed to Def Jam Records and later met The-Dream and Tricky Stewart, who executive produced their debut album entitled "How to Be a Lady: Vol. 1".
The girls are 3 singles in on the promo front, and although they have yet to score a big hit, their latest single "So Good" and the remix which features Lil Wayne have been gaining quite a buzz on the internet.
Just got on the computer and ran across this chick named Zarif from London. She's being branded as Amy Winehouse meets Madonna, and i gotta admit she's kinda interesting. I'm not fully convinced she's any good, but she's worth a listen. Check out her debut video below for the song "Let Me Back" below.
I see where the Amy/Madonna comparisons come from, but those are some BIG shoes to fill...and it's a little early to be comparing her to big acts like that.
Either way i will be keeping an eye on her, and if you wanna learn more about her check out this artist profile on Bebo.com
