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Post by Libby on Nov 4, 2014 5:38:34 GMT
Don't get me started on Jackie Evancho. She's from the state I live in and I can't even stand her. But I like Jackie Evancho...  But back on topic, I agree with Katherine recycling material. Her style is not my favorite, but she's not untalented (not that I'm insinuating anyone here would or would not say that). But Hayley I think overall is the superior artist, especially in terms of uniqueness and adventurousness. Willingness to push boundaries. I think we'll see that with this next album. From my personal perspective, Hayley seems to be A) writing quite a bit for this album, and B) approaching it with great care. I don't know exactly what it will be, I can't pretend to, but judging by the efforts Hayley has decided to show us, I know it will be something she will be a part of, something she will be proud of, and definitely something worth enjoying. -Taylor  You're right, Taylor, I was not trying to insinuate that Katherine is not talented. She sings opera much better than I could, certainly. I think lots of singers/performers have talent, but that doesn't mean one's talent will be enjoyed by everyone. Yes, I believe Hayley is superior to KJ as far as originality goes. But since Hayley is not an opera singer, you can't really compare their vocal talents, because that's all a matter of taste, I think. But then again, as I touched on above, Sarah Brightman is superior to KJ as far as vocal ability and originality. Much stronger and more versatile. And especially when you use the words "uniqueness and adventurousness", that also describes Sarah Brightman perfectly, and I would say she's done a lot more unique and adventurous than Hayley has, too. But then, I think she's done adventurous more than any other CC artist you can think of. If you can think of someone that can compare with Sarah on that level, I'd like to know who that is. I don't really expect Hayley to do anything that resembles Sarah, mind you; that's not her style. But going by history, Hayley's own material is always exceptional, nearly always my favorite songs out of all her other ones. So, the adventurousness and uniqueness I hope to see in her is more beautiful, original songs.  And, maybe, just maybe, a Hayley Sings Taiwanese Songs album!  |
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Post by susieverity on Nov 17, 2014 18:38:40 GMT
Hi everyone
Personally I am a bit annoyed that Katherine has recorded The Moon Represents My Heart and has a version on an album before Hayley. I've wanted to download a Hayley version of that song for years and the KJ version sounds ok, but her voice is not right for the song at all. I don"t intended to get the new KJ album as it looks very boring and the same as all her others and as you all say it adds noting to the genre. I think with Hayley and KJ it is the difference between being a singer and being an artist, KJ is talented and had a good voice, but that is it and loads of people have great voices, but Hayley is a real artist because she can do something different and really create music worth listening to and worth spending money on. So it looks like I will have to wait for a Hayley version of TMRMH and of course a new Hayley album.
Susie
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Post by comet on Nov 17, 2014 18:49:17 GMT
Might buy it for the father in law for Christmas, wouldn't dream of making a copy of it before I give it to him  |
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Post by martindn on Nov 17, 2014 19:30:53 GMT
I won't be buying it either. I already have several KJ albums, and this one doesn't seem to have much that is different enough to make it worthwhile. I can't imagine I'll enjoy listening to her version of TMRMH anything like as much as I enjoy Hayley's duet with Shin at the World Games. It so lovely to hear the great reception Hayley gets from the audience. I doubt I would enjoy anyone else singing it.
Martin D
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Post by Libby on Nov 17, 2014 21:23:23 GMT
I won't be buying it either. I already have several KJ albums, and this one doesn't seem to have much that is different enough to make it worthwhile. I can't imagine I'll enjoy listening to her version of TMRMH anything like as much as I enjoy Hayley's duet with Shin at the World Games. It so lovely to hear the great reception Hayley gets from the audience. I doubt I would enjoy anyone else singing it. Martin D Yes, Martin, despite some people's complaints about Shin's less-than-amazing voice, I also prefer this version more than any other because of the reason you describe. It was just so exciting watching it those first few times, and it still gives me chills to hear the audience's enthusiastic response (enthusiastic seems like an understatement). I actually thought Shin sounded just fine, maybe not spot on the notes, but certainly not a bad voice. He has a good tone, anyway. I like the other version with that other young guy (Aska Young, or something), but I think Shin added more feeling to it than that other guy did; his was almost too perfect-sounding. Not that I don't mind perfect, but it just didn't have quite as much feeling to it. |
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Post by Dave on Nov 18, 2014 0:31:19 GMT
I just noticed that the deluxe version of Katherine's new album has "The moon represents my heart" on it: www.amazon.com/Home-Sweet-Deluxe-Katherine-Jenkins/dp/B00OEEUDIW/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8I don't know how to feel about this... Even though it has been recorded by many artists before I've kind of always seen it as a Hayley song, I LOVE her version of it! But who knows, Katherine's version might be good too - I was just a bit shocked to see that she had recorded it since I don't think she has sung in an Asian language before... Hasn't made its way onto the UK version of this album though. UK version will sell the most copies. Hayley is based in the UK. Interesting! www.amazon.co.uk/Home-Sweet-Katherine-Jenkins/dp/B00HYOPR44Cheers, Dave  |
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Post by martindn on Nov 18, 2014 8:03:54 GMT
There are probably copyright reasons why it can't bw released in the West. I remember there was an issue like that with Hayley's HSJS albums too.
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Post by Dave on Nov 18, 2014 9:05:55 GMT
But isn't Amazon.com (original post) 'in the West'?. Or have I missed something?
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Post by Richard on Nov 18, 2014 10:04:23 GMT
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Post by martindn on Nov 18, 2014 19:52:44 GMT
Hi Dave,
Hadn't realised you could buy it on Amazon UK.
Martin D
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Post by Bamafan on Nov 18, 2014 21:50:15 GMT
There is a difference between Marketing something for the West and Importing something for the West. For example, a CD may contain a song that is liscensed to be sold in Japan, but not licensed to be sold in the US (so one would never, ever find it on iTunes). However, since the CD was manufactured and marketed in Japan, it is perfectly fine to import it. It all seems very confusing and unnecessary.  -Taylor i.postimg.cc/9fYxy370/smilie-big-grin.gif |
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Post by comet on Nov 18, 2014 23:26:37 GMT
There is a difference between Marketing something for the West and Importing something for the West. For example, a CD may contain a song that is liscensed to be sold in Japan, but not licensed to be sold in the US (so one would never, ever find it on iTunes). However, since the CD was manufactured and marketed in Japan, it is perfectly fine to import it. It all seems very confusing and unnecessary. -Taylor this may explain why I can't get On the wings of time broadcast on a certain radio station. |
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Post by Libby on Nov 19, 2014 6:38:20 GMT
Yes, Dave, I'm pretty sure the US is in the West. And from what I saw, this song was on KJ's regular release in the US. I saw no indication that that was an import. |
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Post by Sing on Nov 19, 2014 9:21:20 GMT
I have bought one of the tracks (Dreaming of the Days) I heard it on the radio and had it stuck in my head for hours, so I bought it haha. I think it was mostly because it's to the tune of one of my most favourite pieces of music of all time, it's pretty good I just wish I could get all of the words lol- it's probably my hearing but I can't seem to get all of the words, my mum says she doesn't think she pronounces them properly lol. I saw KJ sing World in Union on the Alan Titchmarsh show last week, I didn't like that very much- Hayley's version is the best one IMO.
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And, maybe, just maybe, a Hayley Sings Taiwanese Songs album! 
