Well after listening to the album twice, I cannot deny that I expected more of her first album on the second. No Mark Ronson production on this one. Heavy bass lines, terrific brass and catchy hooks with lyrics made me a fan of her first one. Her crazy personality, awesome style and good looks made me a fan for life. After hearing about her beginning work on the second album I began to guess what the album would sound like. At the time I think she was dating Ed Simons of the Chemical Brother so I predicted a more electro pop album and I was right. Many will say that a consistent tracks on a album is what makes it a success while others believe that an album more eclectic brings out the many different ways an artist can express itself. On the sophomore effort, Allen choose consistency. The whole album has similar instrumental tracks and expresses a more laid back Allen. Less goofy and more preachy, but again her song lyrics say it all and are well written. The album is good, but I was hoping for more jump and songs that make me want to put my middle finger up and stick my tongue out at people. Favorite tracks include "Never Gonna Happen" "Not Fair" "Fear". The album releases 02/09 in the UK, 02/10 in the US.
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