Mini Review - Con Ốc Bươu (Phương Thanh)

Phương Thanh new CD Con Ốc Bươu really should have never seen the light of day because it's horrible. Her voice is like nails on a chalkboard to use the old cliché again, coupled with bad arrangements this CD failed on so many levels. I dare anyone to listen to it and be able to contain oneself from cursing out loud at her singing. This CD should be in the trash, where it belong.

Verdict - Don't waste your hard-earned cash or time on this CD, even if you can get it for free.

Mini Review - The Evolution of Thanh Hà Vol.1

I'm not sure why Thanh Hà named her new album The Evolution of Thanh Hà Vol.1 because the musical direction and songs choices did not evolve enough if at all to warrant the use of the word "evolution". The songs list is the same as most of her other albums, a handful of translated songs, some old songs, an "exclusive" song or two. The only thing new here is the arrangements which is good in a way.

I'm not sure what's going on with the cover. She wore an all black ensembles of thigh-high boots, skintight bodysuit with sheer panels and matching fingerless opera length gloves with two belts. I'm convinced that the belt she wore actually spelled d.e.s.p.e.r.a.t.i.o.n instead of her name.

Verdict - If you must have this CD, buy it on sale.