Must hear 5
TRINA - GLAMOREST LIFE
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Adding a new twist to the explicit styles employed by acclaimed female rappers such as Lil’ Kim and Foxy Brown, Trina has become known as the queen of the South. Her regal successes translate into 13 confident tracks for her third studio album.
BEST TRACK
Sexy Gurl, if for no other reason than enlisting the oh-socool old-skool Snoop Dogg himself.
WORST TRACK
It has a catchy tune, but Here We Go featuring Kelly Rowland from Destiny’s Child‚ is unfortunately a clichéd empowerment bore.
ONE FOR THE COLLECTION?
Dubai’s glam-girls are sure to appreciate Trina’s love for the finer things in life, from diamonds and cars to houses and boats. But it’s also a technically proficient album with a good mix of different styles. JF
PET SHOP BOYS - FUDAMENTAL
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They’ve enjoyed a staggering 38 top 40 singles since 1986 and are one of the most consistently successful duos in pop history. Their ninth studio album includes tracks condemning ID cards following Tony Blair’s plans to introduce them in the UK.
BEST TRACK
The much anticipated I’m With Stupid which is inspired by the relationship between Tony Blair and George Bush, with a hilarious accompanying video featuring Little Britain stars David Walliams and Matt Lucas.
WORST TRACK
You’ll only want to endure Psychological’s overbearing, monotonous baseline once.
ONE FOR THE COLLECTION?
Arguably. JF