Billboard review of "Stronger Woman": "Jewel is a precious gem in the country crown"

nostromo59 · 01-25-2008, 11:49 PM

The review:

The notion of Jewel crossing to country is as organic as a bale of hay. Her music, lifestyle and live shows have always been tinted with more than a twinge of twang. And with adult top 40 leaning ever younger and more rock-based, mainstream radio's loss is country's privileged gain. "Stronger Woman" is by no means a departure vocally or lyrically; it simply adorns steel guitar and other Nashville-friendly production elements into the mix. The message, admittedly, is target-marketed: "I'm gonna love myself more than anyone else, believe in me, even if someone can't see/ There's a stronger woman in me." Then, to ensure added female-friendly punch, she adds, "The kind of woman I want my daughter to be." With the format already ushering in the Eagles, Huey Lewis and Miley Cyrus —while top 40 remains mired in age-old rap novelties —country is becoming the new melodic mainstream. With female superstars in short supply, Jewel is a precious gem in the country crown. —Chuck Taylor

R*Philippines · 01-26-2008, 05:17 AM

Who wouldn't agree with this kind of review?
Absolutely refreshing. Finally, the spotlight is coming back to Jewel.
I love it!!!

fabiojj · 01-26-2008, 12:34 PM

Chuck Taylor ALWAYS gives Jewel the best reviews. Love it!

DreamsLast · 01-28-2008, 11:17 PM

Fabulous!!!! Go Jewel!!!!!

01-25-2008, 11:49 PM	#1
nostromo59 JKF Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 22 Rep Power: 216	Billboard review of "Stronger Woman": "Jewel is a precious gem in the country crown" The review: The notion of Jewel crossing to country is as organic as a bale of hay. Her music, lifestyle and live shows have always been tinted with more than a twinge of twang. And with adult top 40 leaning ever younger and more rock-based, mainstream radio's loss is country's privileged gain. "Stronger Woman" is by no means a departure vocally or lyrically; it simply adorns steel guitar and other Nashville-friendly production elements into the mix. The message, admittedly, is target-marketed: "I'm gonna love myself more than anyone else, believe in me, even if someone can't see/ There's a stronger woman in me." Then, to ensure added female-friendly punch, she adds, "The kind of woman I want my daughter to be." With the format already ushering in the Eagles, Huey Lewis and Miley Cyrus —while top 40 remains mired in age-old rap novelties —country is becoming the new melodic mainstream. With female superstars in short supply, Jewel is a precious gem in the country crown. —Chuck Taylor

01-26-2008, 05:17 AM	#2
R*Philippines I jewel everyday. Join Date: May 2005 Location: MANILA,PHILIPPINES Posts: 900 Rep Power: 0	Who wouldn't agree with this kind of review? Absolutely refreshing. Finally, the spotlight is coming back to Jewel. I love it!!! __________________ Stay COOL !!! RY

01-28-2008, 11:17 PM	#4
DreamsLast ~~Moderator~~ Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Florida, USA Posts: 1,635 Rep Power: 232	Fabulous!!!! Go Jewel!!!!! __________________ "We are loved beyond our capacity to comprehend..." -Jewel Kilcher, Acoustic Goddess Of Song & Modern Day Troubador

01-26-2008, 12:34 PM	#3
fabiojj Super JKF Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Posts: 293 Rep Power: 0	Chuck Taylor ALWAYS gives Jewel the best reviews. Love it!