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Fan Base: Carrie Underwood
Member Since: 10/4/2005
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Originally posted by gagacasanova
We all basically hate her.
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I feel she throws Carrie off, which is why her performances have been so pitchy of late. She sounds dreadful ):
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Member Since: 10/4/2005
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Originally posted by BlueMoon77
Like, wtf. They need to fire ha asap. She doesn't even sing good.
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Not to be mean, but they really need to. She's not doing a very good job :/
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Member Since: 1/3/2014
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Originally posted by Rylary
I feel she throws Carrie off, which is why her performances have been so pitchy of late. She sounds dreadful ):
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Find performances for Little Toy Guns and you'll definitely want to stab your ear drums.
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Member Since: 1/3/2014
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So for a few days I've been indecisive on what my favorite from ST is. So I held a poll on my Twitter to see if my favorite should be RR or CDS (my top 2).37 votes and 49% said RR and 51% said CDS. What doesn't help is I'm still indecisive about it.
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Member Since: 10/4/2005
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Originally posted by gagacasanova
Find performances for Little Toy Guns and you'll definitely want to stab your ear drums.
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I have, i've not liked her since the first performance of little toy guns at the CMTs i think? Carrie's first official return after giving birth.
And in response, its tough, RR and CDS are both pretty great. Im still not sure which song is my fave either. I dont think i can choose.
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Member Since: 1/3/2014
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Originally posted by Rylary
I have, i've not liked her since the first performance of little toy guns at the CMTs i think? Carrie's first official return after giving birth.
And in response, its tough, RR and CDS are both pretty great. Im still not sure which song is my fave either. I dont think i can choose.
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Unfortunately we'll have suffer hearing her at the tour.
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Member Since: 3/26/2012
Posts: 37,592
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Originally posted by Rocky
Relapse is already 40 plays in my iTunes.
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Same
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Originally posted by Cupid
I posted the YT link for Church Bells on my Facebook. 0 likes yet, but i'm holding out hope.
Single-handedly making ha global.
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Get her that top 10 album!
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Originally posted by Cupid
Potential singles:
Heartbeat
Relapse
Church Bells
Clock Don't Stop
Dirty Laundry
Mexico
Any of these please!
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Your taste
I wouldn't mind Like I'll Never Love You Again or Chaser either.
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Member Since: 3/26/2012
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Originally posted by gagacasanova
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I'd never seen this performance before, but wow Carrie sounds just like the studio version Literally flawless.
The backup singer is annoying and flat though.
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Member Since: 1/3/2014
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Originally posted by Tylerbv
I'd never seen this performance before, but wow Carrie sounds just like the studio version Literally flawless.
The backup singer is annoying and flat though.
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That backup literally pisses me off.
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Member Since: 3/26/2012
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Originally posted by gagacasanova
That backup literally pisses me off.
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Same. I'm amazed at how good Carrie sounds there good. She struggles with midtempos/uptempos a lot.
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Member Since: 1/3/2014
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Originally posted by Tylerbv
Same. I'm amazed at how good Carrie sounds there good. She struggles with midtempos/uptempos a lot.
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I actually never notice that
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Member Since: 5/22/2011
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Mezik's Music Review ♪♫
Carrie Underwood
Storyteller
It has been three full years since Carrie's last full length album of all new material has been released and it could not have felt any longer for those who routinely listen to her music. When it seemed like Carrie was getting the album finally started in mid 2014 she had other plans when she became pregnant for her first child, Isaiah, and postponed the album all together until after his birth. With three years to reflect on all her previous albums and take time to write, and find, the best material possible for her fifth album 'Storyteller' could not be any more grand in terms of cohesiveness--lyrically and sonically. Changing it up and finally working with new producers on this album, Zach Crowell and Jay Joyce, there is almost a different atmosphere and dimension to this album compared to her previous ones due to the simple fact that these two producers brought different elements to Carrie's recording. Where Mark sometimes drowned Carrie's vocals with layers of massive production, Zach and Jay were able to strip back the production and showcase Carrie in a much more clear and pure form. Furthermore, 'Storyteller' incorporates elements of R&B, Delta-blues and rock to make it an interesting listening from start to finish. In regards to lyrics, the 13 tracks on the album introduces the listeners to various mythical characters that you cannot help but feel anger, sorrow, displeasure and happiness for. Although one may be looking for deeper, more personal lyrics that are a reflection of Carrie's life, Carrie has never filled that role and always showed her strengths when telling stories which is another reason this album is such a strong artistic growth compared to her previous efforts. Not to be scared though, Carrie does offer more personal songs for those looking for something more intimate by her that can be relatable to anyone in the situations. Overall, with a fresh sound and engaging, and clever, lyrics 'Storyteller' is an album everyone should learn to love, understand and appreciate for it's worth.
The album opens up with the fiery 'Renegade Runaway' that showcases Carrie's power vocals with a more rock-leaning production. Although it is similar to previous album openers 'Cowboy Casanova' and 'Good Girl' in production, lyrically the song talks about a strong women (another common theme among the album) who can never be caught because she is always on the run. However how can it be a Carrie Underwood album without the uptempo opener that gets us on our feet anticipating what's to come next? Following the opener is the sharply written 'Dirty Laundry' that tells the story of a women discovering her husband has been cheating on her. Her twangy voice as she sings the hook is what makes the song what it is. Next up is the power ballad 'Church Bells' which is about hope in difficult situations. From the opening banjos, to the huge chorus, to the lyrics being so descriptive, yet concise, that they can make a two hour movie about the song alone makes it one of Carrie's best recordings in her career. Very few artists get a song that is at the calibre of 'Church Bells', and even fewer artists are able to perform the song so majestically that you can visualize the whole song perfectly in your head. With three huge, fast paced, songs in a row the album slows down a little bit with 'Heartbeat', a sweet song that is relatable for anyone that has ever been in love, that has additional harmonies from Sam Hunt. It is one of the few crossover potentials the album has that would satisfy the pop listeners in Carrie's fanbase. Next the albums lead single 'Smoke Break' comes up that is much more appreciated when listening to the album in whole. After, the Bobbie Gentry inspired 'Choctaw County Affair' showcases delta blues in a more modernistic form in one undeniably unique recording. Carrie tells the story of a love triangle gone bad that results in, what appears to be Carrie's favourite theme, murder. The hums that open the song creates an atmosphere of suspense, Carrie's sexy, and sassy, delivery of the lyrics makes it entirely her own and hard for the listener to think of anyone else who can pull it off. Love junkie penned 'Like I'll Never Love You Again' is one of only three ballads on the album and serves it's role of making you feel giddy and nostalgic, sung in Carrie's beautiful soft tone. 'Chaser' and 'Relapse' are perfectly, and strategically, listed that seem as if they can be a two part song overall. 'Chaser' has Carrie singing about the heartbreak that accompanies knowing the person you love is not into you, whereas 'Relapse' has Carrie pleading how she keeps going back, not for good, but because she keeps breaking down and only wants the moment of intimacy - no love or commitment. While both songs contrast each other they serve as the albums best songs on the album with 'Chaser' being easily the best song she's written since 'Wine After Whiskey'. Although it isn't necessarily bad 'Clock Don't Stop' really does not provide anything special or important to the album and serves as the albums only skip ahead song. 'The Girl You Think I Am' is a beautiful testament to what every girl wants, to keep making their dad proud no matter what happens or situation they are in. Carrie's vocals soft and somber, with a light production that compliments the emotion in Carrie's voice makes it hard for the listener not to tear up as the song progresses. 'Mexico' is really the albums only song that showcases the belts that Carrie is known for, and is a fun track that really can do well as a single or just as an album track. Lastly, the album closes with the elegant and emotional 'What I Never Knew I Always Wanted' which has Carrie admiring the revelation that some of life's greatest moments are things that are unplanned and what we may not have considered as something we wanted. With an album full of strong characters, explosive storylines and personal reflection, ending the album on the soft track that deals with the story of life concludes the album perfectly.
In conclusion, 'Storyteller' is such a step up from 'Blown Away' that it sets a new foundation for what is an excellent Carrie Underwood album. Although she always release solid work, 'Storyteller' is truly an exceptional piece of art that proves to the world Carrie is evolving constantly as an artist, vocalist, songwriter and interpreter. With so much strength and emotion, and personal ties one cannot help but truly be amazed by the album. Lyrics are strong, themes are consistent and risks were made to produce what is not only the best album to be released this year, but an album that will go down in history as being a country classic and a turning point in females not being afraid to sing what they want in the genre.
Mezik's Score
10 / 10
^^My review for ATRL Critic on Storyteller.
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Member Since: 1/1/2014
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Curious to know what she'll perform on New Years.
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^I'll probably miss that since my family is indecisive on what channel to watch some ball(s)[ ] drop.
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Member Since: 3/26/2012
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I'll probably miss it too. Oops.
Little Girl Don't Grow Up Too Fast is so cute. It sounds like it should be in a Disney movie.
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Member Since: 12/28/2011
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Haven't gotten around to posting about the album yet but I like a handful of songs. Can we talk about how AWFUL Choctaw County Affair is though? And how flawless Dirty Laundry and Church Bells are?
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Member Since: 5/22/2011
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Originally posted by MJ Boston
Haven't gotten around to posting about the album yet but I like a handful of songs. Can we talk about how AWFUL Choctaw County Affair is though? And how flawless Dirty Laundry and Church Bells are?
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Excuse you? Choctaw County Affair is amazing. It's one of a kind. :O
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Member Since: 5/22/2011
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Originally posted by MJ Boston
Haven't gotten around to posting about the album yet but I like a handful of songs. Can we talk about how AWFUL Choctaw County Affair is though? And how flawless Dirty Laundry and Church Bells are?
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Excuse you? Choctaw County Affair is amazing. It's one of a kind.
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reported jeremy for spamming
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