Madge's Disco Fused Dance Pop Masterpiece
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Confessions On A Dance Floor (2005)
1. "Hung Up"
What a superb start to this album! Madonna came back on a scene with a new sound (thank god!) by looking to the past and drawing from groups like ABBA and the BeeGees to create this awesome post-modern disco/club track. It's all produced so well, sounds so lush and current even for 2005. Through a timeless dancefloor beat, Madonna sings about her being so into a guy she literally counting the time and everything he does just draws her closer to him. The beat grows, repeats, changes a bit without sounding overproduced or annoying. It's really a stellar dance song and a great single. A really awesome start truly!
(A+)
What a superb start to this album! Madonna came back on a scene with a new sound (thank god!) by looking to the past and drawing from groups like ABBA and the BeeGees to create this awesome post-modern disco/club track. It's all produced so well, sounds so lush and current even for 2005. Through a timeless dancefloor beat, Madonna sings about her being so into a guy she literally counting the time and everything he does just draws her closer to him. The beat grows, repeats, changes a bit without sounding overproduced or annoying. It's really a stellar dance song and a great single. A really awesome start truly!
(A+)
2. "Get Together"
With great techno/electronic beat, "Get Together" is an almost euphoric dance track that sees Madonna singing desperately to a guy she wants to be with. It's dancefloor heaven as once again the beat just takes on a variety of forms that just all sounds so lovely. It's an awesome dance track all around to be honest.
(A-)
With great techno/electronic beat, "Get Together" is an almost euphoric dance track that sees Madonna singing desperately to a guy she wants to be with. It's dancefloor heaven as once again the beat just takes on a variety of forms that just all sounds so lovely. It's an awesome dance track all around to be honest.
(A-)
3. "Sorry"
Opening up with what sounds like Spanish/Italian?? before that great beat echoes in, "Sorry" is another dance blazer which sees Madonna singing about being fed up with a lover who has seriously wrong her. I like how once again the song is arranged, from semi-robotic chants of "I heard it all before" and "Sorry". It's infectious from a production point of view and the lyrics are quite empowering. Shame this wasn't even a moderate hit when it was released as it's easily one of the best songs on the album...maybe even of Madonna's career. I really love this! [yes]
(A+)
Opening up with what sounds like Spanish/Italian?? before that great beat echoes in, "Sorry" is another dance blazer which sees Madonna singing about being fed up with a lover who has seriously wrong her. I like how once again the song is arranged, from semi-robotic chants of "I heard it all before" and "Sorry". It's infectious from a production point of view and the lyrics are quite empowering. Shame this wasn't even a moderate hit when it was released as it's easily one of the best songs on the album...maybe even of Madonna's career. I really love this! [yes]
(A+)
4. "Future Lovers"
Opening with Madonna wanting to tell her listeners about love, "Future Lovers" starts with a rapid, hypnotic beat before more beats are incorporated into it. Not many lyrics are sung, it's more repeated chants and Madonna delivering quotes yet it really works. It reminds tracks from "Erotica" and if it's reminding me of that brilliant yet underrated album, than it must be good! The beat never over stays its welcome and really takes you on a journey. Really well done!
(A-)
Opening with Madonna wanting to tell her listeners about love, "Future Lovers" starts with a rapid, hypnotic beat before more beats are incorporated into it. Not many lyrics are sung, it's more repeated chants and Madonna delivering quotes yet it really works. It reminds tracks from "Erotica" and if it's reminding me of that brilliant yet underrated album, than it must be good! The beat never over stays its welcome and really takes you on a journey. Really well done!
(A-)
5. "I Love New York"
"I Love New York" is pretty fun and I'm surprised Madonna hasn't made a song about the city where she made her big break after all these years! The beat is cool as Madonna sings about why the Big Apple is so much better than all the other cities in world. Though, "LA is for people who sleep"? Really, Madge?! [laugh] Not really a significant song or a standout, but pretty good none the less and enjoyable for what it is.
(C+)
"I Love New York" is pretty fun and I'm surprised Madonna hasn't made a song about the city where she made her big break after all these years! The beat is cool as Madonna sings about why the Big Apple is so much better than all the other cities in world. Though, "LA is for people who sleep"? Really, Madge?! [laugh] Not really a significant song or a standout, but pretty good none the less and enjoyable for what it is.
(C+)
6. "Let It Will Be"
This song really captures the glory of the album's concept: 70's disco meets modern dance music. The beat is so glorious, with some electronic touches here and there (luckily, not over used, thank God!) I mean this is such a great club banger that Madonna's chants of "Won't You Let It Be" is all the song needs and once again it works. You will be getting a workout to this one people as it's energetic and intoxicating.
(B+)
This song really captures the glory of the album's concept: 70's disco meets modern dance music. The beat is so glorious, with some electronic touches here and there (luckily, not over used, thank God!) I mean this is such a great club banger that Madonna's chants of "Won't You Let It Be" is all the song needs and once again it works. You will be getting a workout to this one people as it's energetic and intoxicating.
(B+)
7. "Forbidden Love"
Never has the frustration of two people's unconsummated love sounded so... refreshing! The beat is a soothing dance groove that just rides until the end and it never feels dull or boring during its duration. It's kinda of a somber dance track, which is very unique. Since when has dance music ever been so melancholy? I'm sure there have been others like it in the genre, but I like that this song goes against the joys of the carefree, upbeat dance song by having a saddening message as people dance to it. Very good!
(A-)
Never has the frustration of two people's unconsummated love sounded so... refreshing! The beat is a soothing dance groove that just rides until the end and it never feels dull or boring during its duration. It's kinda of a somber dance track, which is very unique. Since when has dance music ever been so melancholy? I'm sure there have been others like it in the genre, but I like that this song goes against the joys of the carefree, upbeat dance song by having a saddening message as people dance to it. Very good!
(A-)
8. "Jump"
"Jump" musically, is a Euro-pop track with its beat being pretty typical for it's genre. Lyrically, the song is pretty inspiring. Madonna chants of "get ready to jump/don't ever look back". It seems to be a song taking that next step or "jump" in life by having the strength to do it with no regrets. Madonna even sings "I'm ready to jump/Just take my hand". It seems she's saying she will be there for the people who need assistance. It's very uplifting stuff and I enjoy it more with each listen. Madonna isn't usually the artist one looks to for inspiration but it's rare and riveting track honestly.
(A)
"Jump" musically, is a Euro-pop track with its beat being pretty typical for it's genre. Lyrically, the song is pretty inspiring. Madonna chants of "get ready to jump/don't ever look back". It seems to be a song taking that next step or "jump" in life by having the strength to do it with no regrets. Madonna even sings "I'm ready to jump/Just take my hand". It seems she's saying she will be there for the people who need assistance. It's very uplifting stuff and I enjoy it more with each listen. Madonna isn't usually the artist one looks to for inspiration but it's rare and riveting track honestly.
(A)
9. "How High"
"How High", hmmmm, this is a track that leaves me pondered about it's subject matter. It seems Madonna is talking about the price of fame and fortune by saying in the end "does it really matter"? "How high" can you go before it does? Does it really change anything because it could very well end abruptly. A pretty thought-provoking little track. I enjoy immensely even for the little time we have with it. Very true philosophy is being sung here, over a cool if not sometimes erratic beat.
(A)
"How High", hmmmm, this is a track that leaves me pondered about it's subject matter. It seems Madonna is talking about the price of fame and fortune by saying in the end "does it really matter"? "How high" can you go before it does? Does it really change anything because it could very well end abruptly. A pretty thought-provoking little track. I enjoy immensely even for the little time we have with it. Very true philosophy is being sung here, over a cool if not sometimes erratic beat.
(A)
10. "Isaac"
I love this track! The looping chants of an Indian man and the fast-paced beat make for a heavenly, epic sounding song. It really shows the beauty of the Indian language and gave me some "Ray of Light" flashbacks which is always a great thing! [yes] The beautiful humming harmonies are back and the track just gets more stunning as it goes on. Just...perfect! When looking into the history and biblical origins of the name "Isaac", the song carries even more meaning and is quite compelling. Probably my favorite track on the album and one I will be replaying endlessly.
(A+)
I love this track! The looping chants of an Indian man and the fast-paced beat make for a heavenly, epic sounding song. It really shows the beauty of the Indian language and gave me some "Ray of Light" flashbacks which is always a great thing! [yes] The beautiful humming harmonies are back and the track just gets more stunning as it goes on. Just...perfect! When looking into the history and biblical origins of the name "Isaac", the song carries even more meaning and is quite compelling. Probably my favorite track on the album and one I will be replaying endlessly.
(A+)
11. "Push"
Ummm, this one is...ok? It's nice that Madonna has someone who can push her in her life. We all do at some point. Yeah, that's all I got from this song. The beat is pretty cool, if not a little overproduced. I mean it's just nothing special for me.
(C)
Ummm, this one is...ok? It's nice that Madonna has someone who can push her in her life. We all do at some point. Yeah, that's all I got from this song. The beat is pretty cool, if not a little overproduced. I mean it's just nothing special for me.
(C)
12. "Like It Or Not"
Through biblical metaphors and historical references, Madonna cleverly declares you can "Like It or Me"....or more rather "like her or not". The song is really a testament to her unapologetic ways throughout her career. She's always been outspoken, fearless, bold, shocking, etc. This song beautifully details why she was and will forever be who she is. I can't really think of a better way to end the album than making this kind of statement at this point in her career. Well done Madge. :)
(A-)
You know, when you're heading into the 3rd decade of your career and still trying to stay not only relevant in the ever changing musical climate but trying to desperately push it forward, it can't be an easy task! Especially coming off such a mixed and overall divisive album such as 2003's politically slandering "American Life". Between personal and quite riveting acoustic tracks, the overarching theme of the album is anything but pleasant as Madonna boldly questions the Bush administration at the time, parodies the Hollywood lifestyle and tries to so effectively to balance it out in musical cohesion. Unfortunately, it has become since an album either applauded for it's aggressive thematic ambition and stunning stripped down song styles....or seen as one of her worst that while has strong concept at hand, is terribly executed surprisingly compared to Madonna's former boundary pushing pop entries. It didn't help that the controversy over the American Life video and drastic publicity stunts like the infamous 2003 MTV VMA smooch with Britney Spears, it seems the controversial Queen once again had no choice but to reinvent herself...but this time, as a visionary artist once again by evolving her musical sound instead of using shocking subject matter to stir up record sales. For her next record, Madonna decide to go back in time instead of forward with her finding inspiration during a decade she grew up in: the 70s. Heavily sampling such decade defining artists from that era like ABBA and the Bee Gees, Madonna, with the help of Stuart Price, weaved a masterwork of modern day club music with the hypnotic groove and relentless funk of 70s and early 80s disco. Which is funny, considering Madonna herself was one of the pioneers of 80s music who would go on to not only change the direction of the pop genre but help make that decade into a mesmerizing musical time period. What's so refreshing about "Confessions..." is this feels like NO gimmick, which often times her prior studio album felt like. Here, Madonna once again stretches her creative and imaginative melodic muscles to create an album heavy on fun and ambition simultaneously. Honestly, the album is a straight forward work of art as tracks seamlessly bleed into the other; ranging from haunting rave-eqse euphoria of "Get Together" or the emotional Islamic chanting of the sensational "Issac", "Confessions..." to make club goers think heavily while their bodies have no choice but to continue dancing to the intoxicating beats that never seem to end while the lyrics oozes desire, yearning and undeniable pleasure. It's no surprise that the first single, the explosive disco resurgence of "Huge Up", which went on to not only land at #7 on the Billboard Hot 100 but managed to top the charts in 40. countries; becoming the most successful dance record of the 2000s. Another album standout, "Sorry" was soon released and became Madonna's 12th #1 hit in the UK. Debuting at #1 on the US BB 200, the album would go on to sell 10 million copies worldwide and garnering the pop icon's best reviews since her '98 magnum opus, "Ray of Light". Let let her infamous reputation and previous shocking gimmicks fool you. When this legendary female pop innovator is at her best, the visuals are just there but the music is more than impressive; keeping you invested and intrigued for more to come from her. While her next run of albums found the originator quickly becoming the follower, "Confessions On A Dancefloor" was the last time Madonna really was eager to show the world how elaborate and thought provoking her music could be by getting your behind onto the dancefloor for a night of infectious fun. Stunning to say the least! :)
"With such riveting and inspiring dance tracks such as "Jump" and "How High", "Confessions On A Dancefloor" thrives with endless rhythmic motion and poignant lyricism that would standout from the Material Girl's remarkably strong discography and career longevity. By mixing vintage 70s disco and contemporary uptempo club melodies, Madonna creates one of her most exciting and almost therapeutic releases yet...before unfortunately settling for the trendsetting pop scene she help to reinvent with future albums." :(
(A+)
Through biblical metaphors and historical references, Madonna cleverly declares you can "Like It or Me"....or more rather "like her or not". The song is really a testament to her unapologetic ways throughout her career. She's always been outspoken, fearless, bold, shocking, etc. This song beautifully details why she was and will forever be who she is. I can't really think of a better way to end the album than making this kind of statement at this point in her career. Well done Madge. :)
(A-)
You know, when you're heading into the 3rd decade of your career and still trying to stay not only relevant in the ever changing musical climate but trying to desperately push it forward, it can't be an easy task! Especially coming off such a mixed and overall divisive album such as 2003's politically slandering "American Life". Between personal and quite riveting acoustic tracks, the overarching theme of the album is anything but pleasant as Madonna boldly questions the Bush administration at the time, parodies the Hollywood lifestyle and tries to so effectively to balance it out in musical cohesion. Unfortunately, it has become since an album either applauded for it's aggressive thematic ambition and stunning stripped down song styles....or seen as one of her worst that while has strong concept at hand, is terribly executed surprisingly compared to Madonna's former boundary pushing pop entries. It didn't help that the controversy over the American Life video and drastic publicity stunts like the infamous 2003 MTV VMA smooch with Britney Spears, it seems the controversial Queen once again had no choice but to reinvent herself...but this time, as a visionary artist once again by evolving her musical sound instead of using shocking subject matter to stir up record sales. For her next record, Madonna decide to go back in time instead of forward with her finding inspiration during a decade she grew up in: the 70s. Heavily sampling such decade defining artists from that era like ABBA and the Bee Gees, Madonna, with the help of Stuart Price, weaved a masterwork of modern day club music with the hypnotic groove and relentless funk of 70s and early 80s disco. Which is funny, considering Madonna herself was one of the pioneers of 80s music who would go on to not only change the direction of the pop genre but help make that decade into a mesmerizing musical time period. What's so refreshing about "Confessions..." is this feels like NO gimmick, which often times her prior studio album felt like. Here, Madonna once again stretches her creative and imaginative melodic muscles to create an album heavy on fun and ambition simultaneously. Honestly, the album is a straight forward work of art as tracks seamlessly bleed into the other; ranging from haunting rave-eqse euphoria of "Get Together" or the emotional Islamic chanting of the sensational "Issac", "Confessions..." to make club goers think heavily while their bodies have no choice but to continue dancing to the intoxicating beats that never seem to end while the lyrics oozes desire, yearning and undeniable pleasure. It's no surprise that the first single, the explosive disco resurgence of "Huge Up", which went on to not only land at #7 on the Billboard Hot 100 but managed to top the charts in 40. countries; becoming the most successful dance record of the 2000s. Another album standout, "Sorry" was soon released and became Madonna's 12th #1 hit in the UK. Debuting at #1 on the US BB 200, the album would go on to sell 10 million copies worldwide and garnering the pop icon's best reviews since her '98 magnum opus, "Ray of Light". Let let her infamous reputation and previous shocking gimmicks fool you. When this legendary female pop innovator is at her best, the visuals are just there but the music is more than impressive; keeping you invested and intrigued for more to come from her. While her next run of albums found the originator quickly becoming the follower, "Confessions On A Dancefloor" was the last time Madonna really was eager to show the world how elaborate and thought provoking her music could be by getting your behind onto the dancefloor for a night of infectious fun. Stunning to say the least! :)
"With such riveting and inspiring dance tracks such as "Jump" and "How High", "Confessions On A Dancefloor" thrives with endless rhythmic motion and poignant lyricism that would standout from the Material Girl's remarkably strong discography and career longevity. By mixing vintage 70s disco and contemporary uptempo club melodies, Madonna creates one of her most exciting and almost therapeutic releases yet...before unfortunately settling for the trendsetting pop scene she help to reinvent with future albums." :(
(A+)
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