Title: Disappointing debut from an outstanding performer
Product review: After being enthralled with Fantasia's outstanding performances on American Idol, I had high hopes for her debut album. Her TV performances were marked by originality, authenticity and her incredible voice. The CD on the hand suffers from over-production and too much polish that makes so many tracks sound like too many other artists whose names you can't quite remember. What's with the overpowering backing vocals? The live rendition of "Summertime" for example was breathtaking, the studio rendition on "Free Yourself" just sounds like the best take of a so-so bunch. The single "I Believe" really shows what Fantasia is all about, but still suffers from over production.All in all, a very disappointing debut from a performer that has so much more to offer. I look forward to her second album with enthusiasm hoping that a production team with as much talent and originality as Fantasia herself are involved.
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