I was lucky enough to catch Nikka Costa performing at the Roxy in L.A. a few
weeks ago. She was amazing! I haven't heard the whole CD yet, but her live
show was full of raw energy --along the lines of a Lenny Kravitz type of
thing. She's the first artist since Maxwell that's made me really stand up
and pay attention.
Suubi
In a message dated 6/3/01 4:12:25 AM Eastern Daylight Time,
johnbook@yadig.com writes:
> >Ok, so I just picked up the debut CD by Nikka Costa, and I've been
> listening to it for a week now. I really like it. In spirit, it reminds
> me of the first Mary J. Blige album, where the imperative was a seamless
> blending of hip hop and soul. In execution, I am reminded of the first
> Maxwell album because of diversity of vocal styles, off-kilter pop
> songwriting, and funky grooves. This is much better than that really
> disappointing Anastacia LP.<
>
> I agree here. I had hope for Anastacia. Great voice, but the songs go
> nowhere.
>
> Apparently this is Nikka Costa's 4th album, she released two as a kid, and
> one a few years ago in Australia. eBay has been popping up with a number
> of her early singles and whatnot.
>
>
> p.e.a.c.e.
> -John Book
>
>
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