When I first picked up "Northern Star" I didn't think Melanie could do a finer job. But then I got a taste of "Reason" and I was really impressed. I'll be the first to admit that I had to listen to the whole album all the way through a couple of times, but I realize now that "Reason" is one of my favorite albums of all time. Melanie's voice has really improved since the last album. In "Northern Star" her voice was sometimes drowned out by the music and in "Reason" it is at the front of every track. I can really hear each and every emotion that she is trying to relay in her songs. What really makes the album stand out is the fact that there isn't as much diversity in this album as in "Northern Star". It seems that she has really found her true place. Highlights of this album include "Here It Comes Again", "On The Horizon", "Positively Somewhere", "Melt", and "Home".
This special import of "Reason" includes "Love To You" and "Independence Day". This version is a little more pricey, but these bonus tracks make it well worth the cost!
I can't wait for her next album and I hope that it arrives soon!
Melanie, you have some very devoted fans here in the states, please don't forget about us! Come visit!
