The pop diva who charmed audiences on TV's "American Idol" and faced down Simon Cowell about true beauty wows listeners with her debut album, which features her powerful voice lifted in praise to the Lord. A mix of pop ballads and R&B rhythms, this album will not only entertain, but lead your heart to worship.
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Using the word eclectic to describe Mandisa’s foray into studio recording would be an under-statement. Although the tunes jump from power ballads to R&B to Gospel to Hip-Hop and beyond, they do showcase her wide range of talent. One thing’s for sure: This girl can sing. Her voice can fill any genre. However, the downfall is it’s hard to decipher her niche. No need to listen to the radio if it’s variety you want just play
True Beauty, and you’ll think you have your iPod on “shuffle.”
The album begins with the singable hit single, “Only The World,” one of the only songs with a more modern feel musically. From there, the quirky title track features pointed lyrics that boast, “Don’t know much about Dolce & Gabbana/Seems like a lot of drama to me/And you can keep all your red high heels and open-toed shoes—I’m good in my bare feet.” Mandisa follows through with the same boldness in singing about her faith that sparked controversy and perhaps led to her widely-reported termination from “American Idol.”
Stylistically, there’s everything from the striking Vanessa Williams-esque “God Speaking” to the Diverse City-stamped “Love Somebody” (with tobyMac) to the negro spiritual sounds of “Oh My Lord” to the ’90s throwback “Steal My Joy,” whose rhythm track immediately brings Amy Grant’s “Every Heartbeat” to mind.
Some friendly advice: Download the hit single. Variety is the name of the game, but hopefully, next time around, Mandisa will have more time to develop her own style and create an album that is fluid from front to back.
LINDSAY WILLIAMS- CCMMagazine.com
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Reviewed by Jennica Kwiecien (Frankford, DE), November 10, 2009
I love, love, love this CD! Every woman in my family and close friend of mine is getting this CD for Christmas this year! Mandisa's songs are not only positive and inspiring, they help my heart to worship God. This CD will make you jump up and dance and praise the Lord.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Kelly Hall (Goldsboro, MD), September 11, 2009
This CD is just as good as the Freedom CD. I love listening to her sing about our Lord.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Erica Johnston (Oceanside, CA), April 23, 2009
I think this CD is awesome. Really upbeat music that inspire you to worship God and dance at the same time! My daughter is 9 and purchased it for her so she can see that you can listen to fun music and worship at the same time. Well we both listen to it and sing in the car everywhere we go.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Kathleen (Houston,Tx), January 22, 2009
Love the CD and Love Mandisa.....you go girl. The Lord shines all the way through you and all can see your love of him.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Jo An Thornton Owens (New York), December 15, 2008
I cannot get enough of the beauty and the signficance of this CD. Mandisa's voice is wondrously beautiful, and her inner beauty shines through. The songs, "God Speaking", and "Voice of a Savior" really speak to the soul.
4 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Michelle Wagner (Fort Pierce, FL), November 03, 2008
I enjoy this CD very much. In fact two songs have moved me very much and I might actually incorporate them into my flag ministry.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Kelly (US), October 16, 2008
Wow!! Amazing cd. This cd is a blessing to hear. Highly recommended it to anyone, Mandisa is a amazing singer and her music has touched a lot of people.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Emma (Springfield ,Mo), September 13, 2008
WOW!!!!! Mandisa she has a angel voice,I love the song Voice Of A Savior!I can't wait to buy her CD.As long you have that beautiful voice Worship and Praise our Savior!
GOOD JOB GIRL! GOD BLESS YOU!
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