9
by: Damien Rice
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Not quite as endearing as his raw and seductive 2002 debut, O, the second full-length album by Irish troubadour Damien Rice finds him taking a more slapdash approach to his lyrics and arrangements, with balmy tracks like "Rootless Tree," "Coconut Skins," and "Me, My Yoke, and I" seemingly made up and recorded on the spot. Strange then that it took so long for 9 to actually arrive, with just a handful of odd collaborations (Tori Amos, Herbie Hancock) and one promising benefit single ("Unplayed Piano") to hold fans over during the four-year delay. Nothing here quite achieves the lush poetry on display there, although Rice and his singing companion Lisa Hannigan come close with the creepy opening track "9 Crimes" and the damaged whisper-to-a-scream ballad, "Elephant."--Aidin Vaziri
Album Description:
9 is the extraordinary follow-up to young Irishsinger-songwriter Damien Rice's critically acclaimed 2003 debut albumO-which sold more than 2 million copies worldwide, including more than onemillion in the U.K. The single "9 Crimes" will have its network televisiondebut on the hit ABC show Grey's Anatomy in the November 23rd episode.
Album Description:
9 is the extraordinary follow-up to young Irish singer-songwriter Damien Rice's critically acclaimed 2003 debut album which sold more than 2 million copies worldwide, including more than 1 million in the U.K. Touring this country and making a masterful television premiere on the Late Show with David Letterman, Rice entered the U.S. music consciousness. Considering the overwhelming response to these new songs, which Rice performed on tour this summer, 9 is set to take him even higher.Wrote Rolling Stone of 9: ''Songs that, for all their quietness, leave a dark, lasting impression.'' Newsweek: ''An out-and-out gorgeous CD, so full of undiluted, unfalsified emotions that it verges on open-heart surgery.'' The New Yorker: ''An album of understated gems.''
Not quite as endearing as his raw and seductive 2002 debut, O, the second full-length album by Irish troubadour Damien Rice finds him taking a more slapdash approach to his lyrics and arrangements, with balmy tracks like "Rootless Tree," "Coconut Skins," and "Me, My Yoke, and I" seemingly made up and recorded on the spot. Strange then that it took so long for 9 to actually arrive, with just a handful of odd collaborations (Tori Amos, Herbie Hancock) and one promising benefit single ("Unplayed Piano") to hold fans over during the four-year delay. Nothing here quite achieves the lush poetry on display there, although Rice and his singing companion Lisa Hannigan come close with the creepy opening track "9 Crimes" and the damaged whisper-to-a-scream ballad, "Elephant."--Aidin Vaziri
Album Description:
9 is the extraordinary follow-up to young Irishsinger-songwriter Damien Rice's critically acclaimed 2003 debut albumO-which sold more than 2 million copies worldwide, including more than onemillion in the U.K. The single "9 Crimes" will have its network televisiondebut on the hit ABC show Grey's Anatomy in the November 23rd episode.
Album Description:
9 is the extraordinary follow-up to young Irish singer-songwriter Damien Rice's critically acclaimed 2003 debut album which sold more than 2 million copies worldwide, including more than 1 million in the U.K. Touring this country and making a masterful television premiere on the Late Show with David Letterman, Rice entered the U.S. music consciousness. Considering the overwhelming response to these new songs, which Rice performed on tour this summer, 9 is set to take him even higher.Wrote Rolling Stone of 9: ''Songs that, for all their quietness, leave a dark, lasting impression.'' Newsweek: ''An out-and-out gorgeous CD, so full of undiluted, unfalsified emotions that it verges on open-heart surgery.'' The New Yorker: ''An album of understated gems.''
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- Damien Rice
Best album I own! Beautiful songs. Helps me unwind after a long day. This product says "9" by Damien Rice, but the one I bought is "0".
Rating: - Amazing
If you ever get a chance to see Damien live, do so.He is an amazing lyricist.His writing is passionate and heartbreaking.Not everyone's style, but it is a release for me and connects me to my emotions.
Although I am disappointed that Damien is no longer (professionally?) associated with Lisa Hanniagn anymore, and I am worried about his future viability, this album is beautiful in its rawness and vulnerablity.
"Accidential Babies" is my favorite.Live, Damien started ... Read More
Rating: - High contrast to "O" that renews my interest in artist
It was with a bit of trepidation that I purchased this CD, since I had heard mixed reviews from friends and read several negative reviews from critics. I fell in love with a couple of songs on "O" and found many of the others simply okay. But I decided to purchase "9" after listening to short sound clips from a couple of songs.
It definitely did not disappoint. Haunting, moving, rousing, heart-breaking...these are some of the words I would use to describe the songs. I think this CD is a bit ... Read More
Rating: - Great CD
While I do prefer "O" to "9", this CD is still very remarkable. Damien Rice was bold with this CD, especially with his "Rootless Tree" where he swears "F*** you, f*** you, f*** you, and all we've been through. Leave it, leave it, leave it. It's nothing to you. And if you hate me, hate me, hate me, then hate me so good that you can let me out." Although the swearing is definitely loud and bold, it is sung in a remarkable, breathtaking way that just makes you want to scream it at the top of your lungs. This ... Read More
Rating: - Stark Contrast to 0
Damien Rice's sophomore album is a stark contrast to 0. Whereas 0 featured soft lyrics and light melodies, 9 features faster beats and lyrics, including my favorite, "Rootless Tree" which has the F word frequently.
Unlike 0, 9 demands your attention and doesn't let it go until the last second of the last song. I strongly suggest this CD to everyone who likes Damien Rice and even those who don't.
- Damien RiceBest album I own! Beautiful songs. Helps me unwind after a long day. This product says "9" by Damien Rice, but the one I bought is "0".
- AmazingIf you ever get a chance to see Damien live, do so.He is an amazing lyricist.His writing is passionate and heartbreaking.Not everyone's style, but it is a release for me and connects me to my emotions.
Although I am disappointed that Damien is no longer (professionally?) associated with Lisa Hanniagn anymore, and I am worried about his future viability, this album is beautiful in its rawness and vulnerablity.
"Accidential Babies" is my favorite.Live, Damien started ... Read More
- High contrast to "O" that renews my interest in artistIt was with a bit of trepidation that I purchased this CD, since I had heard mixed reviews from friends and read several negative reviews from critics. I fell in love with a couple of songs on "O" and found many of the others simply okay. But I decided to purchase "9" after listening to short sound clips from a couple of songs.
It definitely did not disappoint. Haunting, moving, rousing, heart-breaking...these are some of the words I would use to describe the songs. I think this CD is a bit ... Read More
- Great CDWhile I do prefer "O" to "9", this CD is still very remarkable. Damien Rice was bold with this CD, especially with his "Rootless Tree" where he swears "F*** you, f*** you, f*** you, and all we've been through. Leave it, leave it, leave it. It's nothing to you. And if you hate me, hate me, hate me, then hate me so good that you can let me out." Although the swearing is definitely loud and bold, it is sung in a remarkable, breathtaking way that just makes you want to scream it at the top of your lungs. This ... Read More
- Stark Contrast to 0Damien Rice's sophomore album is a stark contrast to 0. Whereas 0 featured soft lyrics and light melodies, 9 features faster beats and lyrics, including my favorite, "Rootless Tree" which has the F word frequently.
Unlike 0, 9 demands your attention and doesn't let it go until the last second of the last song. I strongly suggest this CD to everyone who likes Damien Rice and even those who don't.
