Disco de Amber: “Anyway [Single]”

This is the 3rd single from the newest cd from mega dance act Amber. This song is one of clever observations and I think for the first time a noticable accent vocally. The release of the cd single proves that Tommy Boy knows she will sell well so that is a good show of support for her. The cd features 3 radio mixes and 3 full 12" mixes. The dance mixes range from nrg to underground house. The radio mixes are very well done but the selling point is the Al B. Rich Club mix(10:17) which is a mixture of nrg with a nice house mixture . I like this mix the best because it basically is what Amber mixes should sound like.Intelligent and straightforward. The DJ Encore Club Mix(7:23) I had to listen to several times in order to like it. The vocals are mixed down a bit and to me not the Amber we know and love. The mix is good but not as good VOCALLY as the Al B. Rich mix. The That Kid Chris Dub Mix(9:13) is what is it says--a dub. This is the most aggressive mix on the cd and no doubt what most dj's are spinning. This just shows Amber growing as an artist when she can release a song like this and still go huge on the dance chart.The front cover reminded me of Kristine W!

Amber releases "Anyway (Men Are From Mars)" as her 3rd single uplifted from her Naked CD. The song represents a mixture of dance and pop at it's best with sexy, lustful lyrics. The single is pacted with 6 mixes (3 edits, 2 full lengths + a dub) what a treat!

1. Men Are From Mars [Chris Cox Radio Mix] 4:02 - This is the closest to the album version that the single gets. Beginning with a country guitaristic beat with her singing a cappella style. The beats from the album version are present but transformed into a dance BPM rhythm kind of thing. It's a pretty laid back dance mix. Very well done. *****

2. Men Are From Mars [Al.B. Rich Radio Edit] 3:51 - This is an more upbeat remix than the Chris Cox Mix. From the beginning you get hard impulses of dance beats sounding like an anthem. The slick techno factory sounds are present, helping to enhance the mix (it really, really does!) This is more heavier and more danceable than track 1. I prefer this track because it perfectly fits in the club scene. *****

3. Men Are From Mars [DJ Encore Radio Edit] 4:09 - This mix is has more rave and sound effects more so than the others. Her voice is vocoded (sounding like she's in space traveling effect.) The lyrics are re-arranged and remixed. This remix presents trance/rave. The best remix that's present on this album. The mixes just keeps getting better and better! *****+

4. Men Are From Mars [Al.B. Rich Club Mix] 10:17 - Basically this is the full mix to the radio edit from track 1. Longer, harder impulses, newly added beats (sounds like tribal at the beginning) released and full vocal lyrics. *****

5. Men Are From Mars [DJ Encore Club Mix] 7:23 - The shortest full length mix on the single. Again the trance/techno beats are present and longer. The only downfall in my opinion about this remix is that it could of been an 10 minute remix. If you love hard trance/techno this track is for you. ****+

6. Men Are From Mars [That Kid Chris Dub Mix] 9:13 - This track is a weird remix. Completlely different from the radio edit, If you're familiar with Junior Vasquez Factory Mixes, you know what I'm talking about. The only lyric that is present "free yourself" & "can't be myself". This is way more better than the radio edit. I was just looking forward to the radio edit dub. But listening to this, this is the one track that will make you dance and changes the quiet room atmosphere to the go-go dancing club scene. Excellent Mix Chris! *****++

This is a great single release for it's price. What makes this single different from other artists singles are the mixes. Even thoug they're remixed by only 3 well known DJ's, they all have their own significant difference. Nothing plain here! I highly that you recommend this to your collection!

Amber's new c.d. "Yes", is by far her best to date. It is so hot it would melt the platter mat on your turntable. I only wish that the entire album was available on vinyl instead of only on c.d. Not only is Amber drop-dead gorgeous, her voice is like a fine cognac with a camembert appetizer. This is some of the best "techno" I've heard in years, it is pop without the "hit factory" approach of Amber's previous albums. Personally, I like everything Amber has done. "Sexual" was so hot it deserved a warning label. Amber has outdone herself with this record, as she has proven herself a true diva.

If you haven't bought this record you owe it to yourself to snag a copy. After the single was released, I waited impatiently for 9 months for the full c.d.release. It was worth the wait.

There aren't many artists that I follow so closely. Amber is actually only 1 of 2. Her lyrics and her voice are amazing, and this song gives me chills (good chills). Why this woman isn't a superstar is beyond me. But this song may change that!!! I never regret the purchase of an Amber CD and this one is no exception!!!

I loved it! The song evolves around going through difficulties in relationships and overcoming them. I especially liked the Anyway - (DJ Encore club mix), and in all, all six tracks are delicious.

The dance rythm enchants the listener combined with the incredible and mezmerising voice of Amber. Great buy for this Holiday season.