Rachel Stevens Album: “Come and Get It”

The second solo disc from former S-Clubber Rachel Stevens finds the singer revisiting the electro-pop currents of UK smash "Some Girls"(reprised here)with genuinely stupendous results. While debut album FUNKY DORY had its' moments, COME AND GET IT betrays its' admittedly generic title and utterly blows away that first set on all levels. The Euro-glitz genius comes fast and furious--"So Good" is aptly titled, then comes the stunning Eurotrash rock stomper "I Said Never Again(But Here We Are)", followed by a Richard X reunion on the "Some Girls" companion "Crazy Boys". Stevens breathy vocals will never be confused for those of a true vocal diva, but they get the job done admirably. Combining all the elements that have made Kylie a pop icon(great looks, genius songs, great production), it's an utter travesty that the could-they-actually-be-more-fickle-than-the-US UK record buyers have completely overlooked this fantastic album and its' accompanying singles. With any justice, this won't be the last we hear from this smart little UK pop tart.

I heard a few of these songs online and bought the CD out of curiosity. It's not the sort of pop music on which I would normally spend my money. It was a worthwhile investment. The CD is a lot of fun, with great electro-pop music. "Some Girls" and "I said never" and "Crazy Boys" are great songs with catchy, danceable and sexy arrangements. "Secret Garden" was a surprise with its midtempo beat and sensua imagery. "Dumb Dumb" sounded like it would be a dumb song, but it's great, with a chorus that sticks in memory. "Nothing good about this goodbye" is a lovely little song, heartfelt and simple. It also has an irresistible chorus, and evokes the kind of emotion you might have felt as a teen when your heart was broken for the first time, or you were separated from your significant other for the first time. In my opinion there is one track that doesn't fit, and that is "I will be there." It's generic, with nothing special in song, lyric or arrangement, although it does start nicely and builds up into a pleasantly interesting wall of sound. Even "Je m'appelle" with its almost generic R&B beats packs a surprise. I highly recommend this CD. If you're looking for something that is fun and light thematically, but still sonically interesting, this is a great option. There are no sappy ballads here! The deluxe version of the CD has a DVD with some clips, and those are fun to watch. Rachel can be a real femme fatale. Great effort! Here's hoping for more!

I'm a married female in my mid-30's. I'm way past my "pop prime". And I'm not even an audiophile wannabe's wannabe assistant. But my music tastes are definitely diverse, and I know a good sound when I hear it.

I stumbled upon Rachel's music completely by accident and ended up purchasing an imported copy of this CD approximately two months ago because I loved what I heard. Frankly, when you consider what's being played on pop stations here, I'm shocked that Rachel is not (yet) big in the U.S. The CD is well-produced, and Rachel is both beautiful and sexy. She certainly has what it takes to be a household name.

I Said Never Again and Some Girls are my two favorite songs from this CD. Give it a shot. It's great. Really!

Some of the best dance songs from the last 10 years!

1.So Good A+ (just like the title suggests)

2.I Said Never Again (but here we are)A+ (great finish)

3.Crazy Boys B- ( catchy, not as strong as two tracks before it)

4.I Will Be There C- (weak)

5.Negotiate With Love A+ (hypnotic)

6.All About Me D+ (least favorite track)

7.Secret Garden C+ (eh)

8.Nothing Good About This Goodbye A+ (this one has a medley that will stick in your head)

9.Some Girls A (a little of a slow groove song still a dance record but, adds spice between the Hi-NRG)

10.Je M'Appelle A- (I like it! the hypnotic pulsating beats are addictive at this point)

11.Funny How A+ (amazing, best song that was not a hit!)

12.Every Little Thing B+ (good)

13.Dumb Dumb B+ (too upbeat to end the cd on!)

very few electro-synth cd's are this good,and free of annoying rap breaks! forget about Funky Dory this is a modern classic!

Rachel was always said to be the prettiest of S club, and she's nice and can sing. Perfect girl? Maybe. Most of these songs I feel like its good but in S club, her voice had more of a range. I do enjoy listening to this album. Its really good.