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 Just my opinion, but not my favorite December 27, 2005
cmp (Merrimack, NH USA)
8 out of 10 found this review helpful
I love country music - it's about all I listen to. I grew up on it - no fair weather fan here - and I like a range of stars, too - from the Chicks to Mary Chapin Carpenter, to old Dolly and new Loretta. However, I just plain don't enjoy Jennifer Nettles' voice.
I like the lyrics and the instrumentation on a lot of the songs on this CD, but her voice just puts me off. To be honest, lately whenever Sugarland has released a song, I have a hard time deciding if it's theirs, or one from Terri Clark. She's another that I just don't like the sound of. If you do like Terri Clark, I bet you'll love this.
In general, I love groups and harmony over solo artists, too. I recently purchased Little Big Town's album solely on the strength of "Boondocks" and LOVE that whole CD. I'd recommend it highly over this one. Again, just a personal opinion, but if the lead singer's voice hasn't appealed to you from the released radio songs, don't look for anything different at all on the CD - she sounds the same on every track. If you like her voice, though, then great - you'll like this whole CD. I should have known better than to put it on my wish list, as I knew from the radio that I didn't love her sound - but was swayed by the other reviews that I might have been missing something great. I sure don't think that's the case having listened to it start to finish now.
Again, it's just going to be up to you personally. I do like a lot of the songs' messages and sound, except for the vocals themselves. Take a listen to the samples, and choose acoordingly!
 Wow!!! May 30, 2005
John F. Reed (El Paso, Texas)
7 out of 8 found this review helpful
What I love about this cd is that it is fresh! It is something different and a hoot to listen to!! I agree with the others, these guys are going to be HUGE!
Isn't it sweet! October 31, 2004
Stacey R. Wells (Savannah, GA)
6 out of 6 found this review helpful
Sugarland is hands-down the best thing that has happened to Nashville in a long, long time.Thank you, Mercury Records, for signing this band. The songwriting is amazing, and it's pretty rare in Nashville for the stars to write their own music. Sugarland doesn't just "help" write the music, or write one song on the album, THEY WROTE THE WHOLE THING. Every single song on this album could be a best selling single. Jennifer Nettles has the most amazing voice, and her stage presence is captivating. The trio makes wonderful music together, and already, I can't wait for the next album! Do yourself a favor and BUY THIS RECORD. And then do yourself another favor and see Sugarland in concert.
 Great CD March 26, 2005
W. Dunn (Philadelphia)
6 out of 6 found this review helpful
This is a great CD. For those reviewers who can't stand the twang, let me remind you that this is a COUNTRY cd and that Jennifer is from Georgia. Southern accents just make the music more real and less processed. Her voice is very strong and makes everything sound upbeat. There are way too many female artists singing "sad" songs, so Sugarland is a great new alternative to this. Something More, Tennessee, Down In MS, and Baby Girl are my favorites. I rarely have 4 favorites on one CD. Go out and get it if you are a true country fan. This is one of my top 5 albums along with Mud on the Tires, Long Black Train, Julie Roberts, and When the Sun Goes Down.
Awesome debut! June 28, 2005
David W. Wildeboer (Lacombe, Alberta Canada)
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
"Baby Girl," Sugarland's first single, and first hit, rocketed up the charts after it came out heralding the arrival of a new group of country stars. With the hook of how paying your dues may pay off, the song plays as an autobiography of the group. Deservedly, it went to the top of the charts and the video too was a hit.The second single, "Something More," shows that Sugarland is not a one hit wonder. It shows off the writing and composing skills of the group along with their musical skills. Jennifer Nettles has a unique voice and backed up by Kristen and Kristian, they make great harmonies. The rest of the album is just as tight and flows well. There are more hits here but it isn't just a collection of singles. The variety of songs and instruments used says a lot about the future of country music. With groups like Sugarland coming, the future is secure.
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