AOTW [16] : FAME
A reinvention of the original Oscar-winning hit film, Fame ! This a remake of the original musical & soundtrack made popular in the 80’s. The album features stunning tracks by the cast and other popular songs from the incredible film. After taking a listen to it (courtesy of the nice people at Universal Music), here’s what I think of it!
Tracklist :
- 1.Welcome To P.A. – Raney Shockne
- 2.Fame – Naturi Naughton
- 3.Big Things – Anjulie
- 4.Ordinary People – Asher Book
- 5.This Is My Life – Hopsin, Ak’Sent, Tynisha Keli & Donte “Burger” Winston
- 6.Out Here On My Own – Naturi Naughton
- 7.Street Hustlin’ – Raney Shockne featuring Stella Moon
- 8.You’ll Find A Way (Switch & Sinden Remix) – Santigold
- 9.Can’t Hide From Love – Naturi Naughton & Collins Pennie
- 10.Black & Gold – Sam Sparro
- 11.Back To Back – Collins Pennie featuring Ashleigh Haney
- 12.I Put A Spell On You – Raney Shockne featuring Eddie Wakes
- 13.Get On The Floor – Naturi Naughton & Collins Pennie
- 14.Try – Asher Book
- 15.You Took Advantage Of Me – Megan Mullally
- 16.Too Many Women (Damon Elliott Remix) – Rachael Sage
- 17.Someone To Watch Over Me – Asher Book
- 18.You Made Me Love You – Raney Shockne featuring Oren Waters
- 19.Hold Your Dream – Naturi Naughton, Asher Book, Kay Panabaker
Quite a well-balanced list of up-tempo numbers and a few ballards, though it was almost like Naturi Naughton EP because you can see the name in almost every other song ! Voice isn’t too bad and I thought “Out here on my own” was quite a nice track. Then again, I’m biased since I like Asher Book (featured here as my last AOTW with his song “Try”) alot more ! Love his cover of John Legend’s “Ordinary People” as well !
In my opinion, kids from the Drama/Dance Club will love this OST because of the upbeat songs and if you’ve caught the movie, you’ll know what it is all about. The strong dance-pop influenced album is more of a crowd-pleaser rather than focusing on the original soulful music. Still worth listening if you enjoyed the movie or just need something easy to listen to while working !
The movie is already screening in cinemas since 25th Sept (I know I’m pretty SLOW at this, catch it NOW if you have not) ! The soundtrack is also available out in stores, check out getmusic.com.sg for more information.
[GIVEAWAY]
I have FAME OST CD and goodie to give away as well !
Just drop me an ONE email (exit18 [at] gmail [dot] com) before 15th Oct 2009 2359 hrs with your contact details (name/email/blog if any! *Singapore residents ONLY*)
To win, answer 2 simple questions :
- why do you want win this ?
- Which is your favourite track and why ?
(Winner will be notified via email)
AOTW [15] : Asher Book
Asher Book is probably quite a fresh face to the Hollywood scene, he’s one of the cast (Marco) for the movie “Fame“. Thought this song was really sweet and his voice isn’t too bad. Found out that he belongs to one of the latest boyband out there “V Factory” that is produced by Tommy Page (Warner Brothers Records) ! I wonder how long this boyband will take to become the next Backstreet Boys or Westlife back in my days (I know, I sound like I’m freaking old already.)
Keeping my entries short, midterms for the upcoming week so pardon the lack of updates !
Asher Book -Try
If I walk would you run
if I stop would you come
if I say you’re the one would you believe me
If I ask you to stay would you show me the way
tell me what to say so you don’t need me
The world is catching up to you
while you’re running away to chase your dream
its time for us to make a move
cause we are askin’ one another to change but maybe I’m not ready
But i’ll try for your love
I can hide up above
I will try for your love
we’ve been hiding enough
If I sing you a song would you sing along
I’ll wait till I’m gone
oh how we’re pushing through
If I give you my heart would you just play the part
Tell me it’s the start of something beautiful
Am i catching up to you while you’re runnin’ away
to chase your dreams
It’s time for us to face the truth
cause we are coming to each other to change
but maybe I’m not ready
But I’ll try for your love
I can hide up above
I’ll try for your love
we’ve been hiding enough
I’ll try for your love
I can hide up above
hide above
I’ll hide
If I walk would you run
If I start would you come
If I say you’re the one will you believe me
