Sneak Peek: David Archuleta to Release Self-Titled Debut November 11th
American Idol Season 7's runner up David Archuleta is about to release his self-titled debut on November 11th, just a week before the winner David Cook will release his. The new album featuring his hit single "Crush" is a combination of his steady calm vocal songs with upbeat beat filled compositions tailored for radio.
Opening with "Crush," this is the current single that's climbing the charts and is only 150,000 copies shy of being a platinum single. He's found himself falling in love for the first time. He would like her to feel the same about him and wants to know if she ever thinks of him. David asks himself if he's in love or is it just a crush but somehow feels like the crush isn't one to cease. He wants to ask her if they're just friends or if there's more. The song was isn't what Idol fans expected to hear at first in terms of arrangements but the song fits his vocal capability.
Making an appearance on the album is David's rendition of Robbie Williams hit "Angel" that was also covered by Jessica Simpson. Of the three who performed the song for a studio album, David Archuleta has the most pleasant vocals laid down. The song will hit radio as soon as "Crush" begins to stall.
"Touch My Hand" takes some drum programming and twists it with pop elements. The song sounds to take place on a dance floor where he notices someone beautiful on the stage surrounded by many people. He only sees her and didn't understand what the song playing meant, but all of a sudden gets it. He wants to touch his hand out to her and doesn't want the music to stop because once it's over he knows he'll never see her again. This is one of the unique songs included on the self-titled debut.
David Archuleta channels a darker vibe on "Desperate." "Desperate" is a cry for help and no one can hear. Hope is gone and solitude overrules the person being sung to. They're just desperate for the light hoping to see it soon. The lyrics are generic however and production isn't as strong as it could be and somehow seems to capture some electric guitars and synth backing sounds.
Opening with "Crush," this is the current single that's climbing the charts and is only 150,000 copies shy of being a platinum single. He's found himself falling in love for the first time. He would like her to feel the same about him and wants to know if she ever thinks of him. David asks himself if he's in love or is it just a crush but somehow feels like the crush isn't one to cease. He wants to ask her if they're just friends or if there's more. The song was isn't what Idol fans expected to hear at first in terms of arrangements but the song fits his vocal capability.
Making an appearance on the album is David's rendition of Robbie Williams hit "Angel" that was also covered by Jessica Simpson. Of the three who performed the song for a studio album, David Archuleta has the most pleasant vocals laid down. The song will hit radio as soon as "Crush" begins to stall.
"Touch My Hand" takes some drum programming and twists it with pop elements. The song sounds to take place on a dance floor where he notices someone beautiful on the stage surrounded by many people. He only sees her and didn't understand what the song playing meant, but all of a sudden gets it. He wants to touch his hand out to her and doesn't want the music to stop because once it's over he knows he'll never see her again. This is one of the unique songs included on the self-titled debut.
David Archuleta channels a darker vibe on "Desperate." "Desperate" is a cry for help and no one can hear. Hope is gone and solitude overrules the person being sung to. They're just desperate for the light hoping to see it soon. The lyrics are generic however and production isn't as strong as it could be and somehow seems to capture some electric guitars and synth backing sounds.
Comments
Well. David is new to the business and has yet to see what it can really do to oneself. Look at other Idols and the things they have had to endure. He had writing credits on his first album, as did Kelly, Carrie, Daughtry, etc. The filler songs are filler songs. Theyre good but theyre filler because theyre not strong enough to make a lasting impression. I loved Kelly Clarkson's Breakaway, but a song like "You Found Me" is a filler. Great song though. I wish David the best of luck as he seems to be doing better than Cook right now.
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11/09/2008
Nice review. I'm looking forward to getting the album.
Robert
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11/07/2008
Thank you for your review. Considering the limitations on his first album and time constraints this is an amazing accomplishment. I disagree with your assessment of songs being filler. David himself understands the business and has given something for everyone. I honestly am blown away by anything this young man sings. Bravo!!
Todd
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11/07/2008
My take on the meaning of the "Touch My Hand" lyrics is a little different. To me it's DAVID who's on the stage (a concert stage, not a dance floor) and he's singing to a girl he see in his audience. I pretty much quit reading your review at that point since I could tell you haven't listened to the CD that much.
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11/07/2008
I haven't listened to the whole thing yet but so far I love everything I've listened to so far - My Hands, Running, A Little Too Not Over You, Barriers. It's amazing that this album was made in about 6 weeks plus a few scattered days during the tour. I'm going to listen to one more each day until the 11th. I can't wait to hear all of the bonus tracks (Walmart 1, Itunes 3 plus a 4th if you preorder). I am loving it!
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11/06/2008
Tks for the thoughtful review. I agree this is a solid pop album while I'm sure we've only just begun to know David's music and where he wants to go with it. He said it himself on various occasions by stating he didn't want to limit himself but rather experiment with differentes styles. David will be delivering amazing music in the future and this debut album is a great start.
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11/06/2008
Is the writer serious when he said " his debut album is solid, but not strong enough to maintain an even stronger career?" David has the most amazing voice and is obviously very talented. We hoped his first album would allow David's voice to shine but still reflect his personality and youth. Ffrom the sneak previews we heard, the album is even better than we expected. Not only will I buy this album, I will buy every album this young man makes. He has an amazing career ahead of him and millions of fans who will support him.
DA the best!
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11/06/2008
David Archuleta is very talented and his has an amazing, unique voice. It is incredible to know that he has such an amazing vocals knowing that he had vocal chord paralysis. He is amazing.
I love David Archuleta's first album. Each song is very special. It has a little bit of everything. It is an album that people of all ages can enjoy.
David Archuleta is going to have an amazing, successful music career. No doubt about that.
Mathew
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11/06/2008
I heard the entire 12 songs. I think as a debut album, this is a very solid pop album. Many songs are catchy with contemporary beat. Some songs are more powerful than others. Personally, I like the soft love songs, "To be with you" and "You can". His voice is like no other. It is hard to find such a pure and unique voice. He changes the texture of his voice for each song and is in a complete control. He will go far in this business. He will decide which path he will go (to me, he should go to soulful R&B), but his vocal is capable of covering various areas, and he will continue experimenting various paths. BTW, ANGELS may not be his second single.
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11/06/2008
I have to disagree with you, Crush is the best single done after AI, just look how much is selling. The rest of the songs are amazing, some more than others. I'm glad jive decided to have some songs David co-wrote and like that he can have the experience he needs for future albums.
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