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Brand: SHAKIRA EAN: 0777496032821 Label: Sony Manufacturer: Sony Number Of Discs: 1 Publisher: Sony Release Date: November 13, 2001 Sales Rank: 3169 Studio: Sony Disc 1:
Editorial Review: Product Description: No Description Available No Track Information Available Media Type: CD Artist: SHAKIRA Title: LAUNDRY SERVICE Street Release Date: 11/13/2001 Genre: LATIN POP/ROCK Amazon.com: Colombian superstar Shakira's first English-language disc, Laundry Service, carries the pointed credit 'Entire Album Produced by Shakira.' That might be a signal to U.S. fans who helped two of her previous discs go platinum under the media radar--a sign that this planned breakthrough has more to offer than the input of a score of image makers and outside writers. And it does; even the occasional clunky lyric comes directly from her overflowing heart. Laundry Service's meld of danceable pop and rockier ideas and textures follows the similar path of the singer-songwriter's previous work. Indeed, for all its high-end production values, the record is ultimately one of the least glossy crossover vehicles imaginable. Despite an occasional lean toward Celine Dion territory ('Underneath Your Clothes'), it has a freshness that's sure to win over new listeners even after the first single, the sly 'Whenever, Wherever,' has reached the saturation point. While still not fully formed as an artist, she's getting close to something of her own--something that may flower after she dumps the vocal Alanis-isms. For now, it's still a pleasure to watch her grow. --Rickey Wright Average Rating:
 Rating:  - Shakira's not going anywhere (but up).With all due respect, Ms. Arnold couldn't be more wrong. Voices don't come with much more power, control, or range than Shakira. Absolutely incredible vibrato. I'd suggest you listen to more than "Laundry Service" before making such judgements. She can make sounds with her voice you'll swear came from a synthesizer. And she makes the same sounds live as well - this isn't studio gloss. Quite and gentle as mouse or roaring like a lion. From low and guttural like "Se Quiere, Se Mata" to high ... Read More Rating: - hauntingI know, I'm behind the times. I have listened to Shakira since she broke into the American music scene but only just now got around to buying this album. I've heard and read about tons of people who complain she's too commercial on this album. Fine, it's pop. Meaning popular. Still, even if you're distracted by that there's no doubt that her voice is haunting. Just freaking awesome. She stands out. I plan on getting most her other albums over time. This one ... Read More Rating: - She will be forever known as one of the most unique voices in history...but unfortunately, Shakira will not be around for the long-haul. She simply is unable to get outside of her niche and find a new voice. Her market was established with her unique break between her vocal registers, and since that is the only sound she is able to sing with, her popularity is virtually dead. Even if she were to change her style, there would be little hope for her, since her voice is not outstanding. However, she will be remembered as one that helped to open the doors ... Read More Rating: - 1st us tracksA great intro to Shakira's voice and muscial style. It also shows her growth compared to where she is today. Rating: - May I present the birth of La Shaki Rubia! [translation: Blonde Shakira]When I first heard this album, it took me a while to adjust to Shakira's distinctive bent, edgy intonation and raw yowling, along with pure, unbridled passion. The year was 2001. Shakira Mebarek had already spent years as a well-known singer/songwriter in Mexico, Central and South America. It was time that the Yanquis get acquainted with her [i.e. music lovers in the United States]. So, Shakira penned her English-language debut, LAUNDRY SERVICE [later released as SERVICIO DE LAVANDERIA, to her Spanish ... Read More |
