Passenger | 
| Artist: Tara Maclean
Label: Capitol
Category: Music
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Rating:  69 reviews
Sales Rank: 95574
Media: Audio CD
Discs: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 5.6 x 5 x 0.5
MPN: 97306
UPC: 724349730625
EAN: 0724349730625
ASIN: B00004LMKS
Release Date: February 29, 2000
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| Tracks:
| • | Jericho | | • | Divided | | • | If I Fall | | • | Reach | | • | Dry Land | | • | Jordan | | • | Passenger | | • | Settling | | • | Poor Boy | | • | La Tempete | | • | Blinded | | • | Higher |
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Amazon.com
The name Tara MacLean might give cause to wonder if she is some sort of Sarah McLachlan parody. The truth is not too far off. They are both singer-songwriters-pianists from eastern Canada and MacLean enjoyed some left-of-the-limelight attention during the Lilith Fair. But beyond these immediate factoids, the comparisons to McLachlan end. Musically, Passenger has more in common with Jewel's albums. While Jewel turned her street-musician urchin experience into lyrical source material, MacLean turns to her survival of a rather unusual and not entirely pleasant upbringing by her Wiccan-turned-born-again-Christian parents for inspiration. Just as Jewel's lyrical triteness alienates the pragmatic, the New Age undercurrents in MacLean's album, charged with velvety-soft synths and the obligatory trip-hop rhythms, runs the same risk of leaving a syrupy taste. However, some people like their music with a cherry on top, even when the subject matter is bitter; for those, this album will satisfy. For a truly impressive collection in this arena, Kendall Payne's debut cannot be recommended enough. --Beth Massa
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 She's Amazing! March 29, 2000
18 out of 21 found this review helpful
Well, where do I begin? Tara Maclean is an amazing artist and there's no two ways about it. You can't compare her to anyone else. The song "If I fall" is the first song I fell in love with on this CD. I walked into a downtown cafe and heard her singing this song and I was enchanted by her beautiful voice. After her show I got the opportunity to talk with her, now how often do you go to a performance and get to chat with the artist. I've never had that experience until I met Tara. Back to the album, the songs "Passenger", "La Tempete", and "Settling" are divine. I highly recommend this album to anyone who is longing for a singer with true lyrics and a great heart. I also would urge you to see her live if you get a chance. Her cafe tour was all free shows, what a bargain for such a talented woman!
A truly wonderful artist who's underestimated May 25, 2000
Sara (New York, NY)
8 out of 8 found this review helpful
I never thought there would be a slow song that would get my heart beating like a dance tune, but 'Settling' by Tara MacLean, featured on this CD, is one of the most amazing songs I've ever heard. But it's not the only song on this CD that is truly a treat to listen to. I first heard some songs by her on soundtracks and on some episodes of 'Dawson's Creek' and it kept me interested in her work. Her voice is lovely and dramatic, like Jewel's but different. I was a little reluctant to buy it when a magazine criticized her for being a little 'too religious' with two songs titled after bible events. But I went with my instincts and I truly enjoyed it. It is one of the best CDs in my collection and not a day goes by that I don't listen to it! Buy it, it's wonderful!
A pleased passanger March 11, 2002
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
When I first listened, I was sort of regretful on buying this album--it just didn't do anything for me. I wasn't impressed. But I kept it, and then a few months later I listened again--and again and again. And now I play Tara MacLean more than I play Sarah MacLachlan or Dido. She's very beautiful--her voice, her beautiful lyrics, her sound. She's not unusual--(except for maybe her last two songs) but she's good. I like and respect her work, and I often fall asleep with it playing in my cd player. Like most good albums this one takes time to love. And like most good albums, once you love it you'll always love it--it's not a flighting fancy. Buy this one and "Silence" You will not regret it, I promise. (Say Britney?)Noted songs: (Ones to download to test drive this CD)
*Blinded
*If I Fall
*Passanger
*Jordan And from "Silence"
*Silence
*Evidence
*For you
*Let her feel the rain Enjoy
Amazing August 14, 2000
ankh fire (USA)
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
I first heard of Tara MacLean when, by chance, I heard her song "If I Fall." I almost immediately fell in love with it, but was reluctant to buy her album; as in past experiences with other artists, sometimes the only song you've heard is the only good song. I finally broke down and bought Passenger-- and it is now one of my favorite cd's. Tara has a very beautiful voice-- an excellent tone and moving expression. Her lyrics, most of which she wrote herself, are stirring and often even spiritual. One track is in French-- a very beautiful song loosely translated as "The Storm." If I listed my favorite songs I would have to list at least half of them, but to be a bit more helpful, I'd have to say that "Jericho," "If I Fall," and "Passenger" are my favorites. I love her music so much that I bought her first album, Silence, as soon as I could. I hope she comes out with many more just as beautiful.
MAGIC ! March 20, 2000
Martin Lash (Chicago, Il United States)
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
Once in a while I come across a CD that captures my imagination and thoughts. For me its rare that I like just about very cut on a CD and its even rarer that the music seeps into my consciousness. This is that CD. There have been references to Sarah McLaughlan and I suppose that fits. But Tara Maclean stands on her own as a performer who weaves beautiful images with her band and amazing voice. After this CD won me over I ran out and bought Silence, her first CD. I must admit that like Passenger better. There is something about her music that is hard to describe but I knew almost right away that the music she creates is personal and from the heart without being sentimental. There are truths here in her words. If you want an extraordinary listening voyage I urge everybody who reads this to get this truly miraculous CD. You will not be disappointed.
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