nostromo59
01-26-2008, 12:49 AM
The review:
The notion of Jewel crossing to country is as organic as a bale of hay. Her music, lifestyle and live shows have always been tinted with more than a twinge of twang. And with adult top 40 leaning ever younger and more rock-based, mainstream radio's loss is country's privileged gain. "Stronger Woman" is by no means a departure vocally or lyrically; it simply adorns steel guitar and other Nashville-friendly production elements into the mix. The message, admittedly, is target-marketed: "I'm gonna love myself more than anyone else, believe in me, even if someone can't see/ There's a stronger woman in me." Then, to ensure added female-friendly punch, she adds, "The kind of woman I want my daughter to be." With the format already ushering in the Eagles, Huey Lewis and Miley Cyrus —while top 40 remains mired in age-old rap novelties —country is becoming the new melodic mainstream. With female superstars in short supply, Jewel is a precious gem in the country crown. —Chuck Taylor
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The notion of Jewel crossing to country is as organic as a bale of hay. Her music, lifestyle and live shows have always been tinted with more than a twinge of twang. And with adult top 40 leaning ever younger and more rock-based, mainstream radio's loss is country's privileged gain. "Stronger Woman" is by no means a departure vocally or lyrically; it simply adorns steel guitar and other Nashville-friendly production elements into the mix. The message, admittedly, is target-marketed: "I'm gonna love myself more than anyone else, believe in me, even if someone can't see/ There's a stronger woman in me." Then, to ensure added female-friendly punch, she adds, "The kind of woman I want my daughter to be." With the format already ushering in the Eagles, Huey Lewis and Miley Cyrus —while top 40 remains mired in age-old rap novelties —country is becoming the new melodic mainstream. With female superstars in short supply, Jewel is a precious gem in the country crown. —Chuck Taylor
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