White Lilies Island

by

Natalie Imbruglia

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I couldn't believe my eyes when I first saw the video for "Wrong Impression". The voice sounded so familiar yet I couldn't put a name to the face. I was even late to school because I had to catch the name. She's done a complete turnaround on her sophmore release and I give her a thousand props for it. This is truly a remarkable comback after the unexpected success of her first album, Left Of The Middle, which dims in comparison to this. She hasn't just matured with her features but her music has definitely grown as well. I was especially impressed with the Cardigan-esque "Goodbye" and "Do You Love Me?" where her voice resembles that of Nina Persson, particularly on the verses. This is hands down one of the best Pop Rock albums (so far) of 2002. Never before has Natalie Imbruglia sounded so spectacular. "Hurricane" evokes deep emotions with incredible lyrics that were obviously thought-provoking while "Sunlight" is absolutely splendid with its altering from piercing guitar to sometimes subtle rhythms. I especially like the part where she briefly laughs. Another personal favorite, though, would have to be "Talk In Tongues" where she croons softer than usual without the drowning of instruments. So if you're reading this right now than I advise you to give me a helpful vote and then to buy the record if you haven't already. It's honestly that good . . . I promise.