Back to Basics by Christina Aguilera (CD, Aug-2006, 2 Discs, RCA Records USA)

Its really good to hear Chritina back to her basics shes got such a strong powerful voice.. I just love her.

Hi Christina fans,Just got her new cd back to basics,I'm 62 but just love this girls voice.However i do have mixed feeling about this cd,I think she tried to please everyone with a real mixture of songs.But i do have to say you can't help not to love her you can tell she really poured her heart out on every song she's one of best there is no doubt,I would have to rate this one as very good.No matter what your age, talent is talent,and she's got it all.!!!

As a huge Christina Aguilera fan, I eagerly anticipated the release of her new album and when I heard the album would have a jazz twist I was even more thrilled. However, the album lacks flair and doesn’t really keep me entertained. I was truly disappointed, there are only two songs on the album that I found remotely interesting and that was ‘trouble’ and ‘aint no other man’.

By far one of my favourite EVER albums which I own is STRIPPED (Christina’s first album) maybe I was expecting to much from back to basics, although disappointed I still do admire a artist with the courage to strike up a modern day jazz album.

If you are a big fan of PROPER jazz I wouldn’t recommend this album to you, I would however recommend it to all the POP people out there.

Christina fallows up her 2002 album Stripped with Back to Basics. Although it may be a aquired taste in music there are many tracks like "Slow Down Baby" and "understand" That are more modern. While Tracks like "aint no other" and "candyman" bring us back to a jazz era with a modern twist. No matter what you are looking for you can find it in this C.D. It even has a track called "Oh mother" that is more touching where christina sings about her abusive father. This CD defently is a must buy! No matter what you are into you will not be let down by this CD!

I did not think this cd was as good as her last one. This album is very thematic. Might want to preview each song before you buy.

Christina Aguilera's new record Back to Basics shows an adventurous ambition to produce two albums with different sounds but a common thematic arc.On Disc One, Christina joins forces with DJ Premier, Rich Harrison, Kwame, Mark Ronson, Charles Roane, Big Tank and Tony Reyes & Ben H. Allen for an exciting world of R&B, Soul, Hip Hop and some Blues. The songs are either uptempo or midtempo, but Christina commands every lyric and melody.

On Disc Two, the show is all about Christina and Linda Perry (who is becoming one of the most important female writers/producers of all time).

This is a lot of music to absorb, and despite some tracks better suited to earlier albums or the recycle bin, this is one impressive collection of songs. Aguilera has an ability to reinvent herself from disc to disc, maintaining a freshness few artists have been able to retain. Her voice is as dominating as always, but she is smart enough to tone it down where necessary. Some track editing could have been used here, but there is more than enough to entertain, and fans will be able to mix and match their favorites into one amazing album

I do love Christina's vocals....she is amazing. I enjoyed listening to the album, however, I don't think it is one that will get very much play time for me personally. To me it is an album that has to fit a nostalgic mood or special occasion. It is sexy and would be perfect to set the mood for a romantic evening for two. It also would make a great soundtrack for an old movie or musical. I can see my parents enjoying this album too, which is actually is a great idea. The album definately can span the generations giving the younger croud a new appreciation for this type of music and the older crowd a fresh new voice to spice up an old familiar style.

"Back to Basics" is Christina Aguilera's long awaited third cd and fans will not be disappointed.This is a double disc release with just over 20 songs and a bonus video.Disc one provides some really great performances from Christina."Ain't no other man","Understand","On our way","Without you",and "Still Dirrty" are all potential hit-makers.The only track that was disappointing was the last one entitled "Thank You";because it is a bunch of voice messages to Christina from fans.It just wasn't necessary because everyone knows that she has millions of fans who loves everything about her...I know I'm one.As for disc two Christina is really having fun with these songs."Candy Man" has a great WW2 Swing feeling vibe to it."I got Trouble" is a fantastic blues number and "Nasty Naughty Boy" proves that Christina can be just as sexy with her voice as she is with her looks."Mercy on Me" and "Save me from Myself" are powerful vocal performances.The Cd booklet has alot of photos of Christina in dress up theme from the 20's and 30's era and she still remains to be hotter than ever.Bottom line is that "Back to Basics" is Christina's best artistic work thus far and if you are a fan than you'll will love this cd and if you are not a fan now is a good time to become one with this cd.

I loooove her new cd! it's a 2 disc set and even has her little behind the scenes show on the 2nd CD. I absolutely love the Era shes in now shes beautiful! and her songs are amazing. My favorites are Ain't no Other Man, Candy man, & Nasty Naughty Boy. They are soooo fun & fun to dance to. A lot of the songs shes a little more innocent, but candy man & nasty naughty boy are not so innocent. They are sexy seductive songs and I love them! YOu should definitely buy this cd and listen to it all the time. I play it in my car and rock out and dance all the time! You should too!!!

One of the best double CDS, Not many artists can deliver on 2 disc albums but Christina does 100%, Also get the Concert on DVD, thats why I had to get the CD.

This is a great cd if you like jazz or r&b. This is christina like you've never heard her. She is fantastic on this cd. I heard a cut on the radio and was sold. I had to have this cd. If you buy one of christina's cds buy this one. Excellent...thumbs up!!!

Love it! Very soulful and sexy, this girl can sing. Bought it for "Sorry" but found I love many other songs as well.

Great cd. It is a 2 disc set, i love the music but like the music on cd 2 better than cd 1. It makes you want to get up and dance. My son who is 5 even loves the music which is a plus when listening to it in the car with him.

How refreshing to see someone as young as Christina paying respect and tribute to the soul/jazz/blues legends of yesteryear (even though she appears to be confused about the eras. Most of the songs has influences from the 50s, 60s, and 70s and not just the 20s, 30s, and 40s as she claimed). This confusion does not hurt the beauty of this cd. In fact, it allows Christina to offer something to everyone.

On Disc One, Christina joins forces with DJ Premier, Rich Harrison, Kwame, Mark Ronson, Charles Roane, Big Tank and Tony Reyes & Ben H. Allen for an exciting world of R&B, Soul, Hip Hop and some Blues. The songs are either uptempo or midtempo, but Christina commands every lyric and melody. From the churchy "Makes Me Wanna Pray" to the edgy "Here To Stay", Christina holds your attention. Even when she is all about "me" like on interludes F.U.S.S and Intro (Back to Basic), Christina comes across as being true with her emotions. The only song that suffers is "Thank You" which I find rather pointless.

On Disc Two, the show is all about Christina and Linda Perry (who is becoming one of the most important female writers/producers of all time). Songs like the Andrew Sisters-inspired "Candyman", the sexy "Nasty Naughty Boy, and the bluesy "I Got Trouble" are all throwbacks to another era of time. While songs like the pop ballad "Hurt" and the churchy "Mercy On Me" has a modern day twist. Christina really sells these songs but the biggest surprise is the sweet folky "Save Me From Myself" and the 50s pop style "The Right Man". In both songs, you can tell Christina is singing from the heart and to her new husband.

Disc One and Disc Two are actually two seperate albums because they are both very different in styles, but the quality of both cds are high level. The growth from the last cd is clear because the one thing I also noticed is while 'Stripped' concentrated on sound and structure, 'B2B' focus on songs and structures (two totally different concepts). This is also the cd in which Christina leaves behind Britney, Jessica, Lindsey and that crew and join Alicia and Beyonce as the most talented pop female artists of their generation. Wow! She has come a long way from her "Genie" days, let's hope she can continue to grow.

Highlights from the cd:
Back In the Day
Slow Down Baby
Without You
Still Dirrty
Candyman
Hurt
Mercy On Me
Save me From Myself
The Right Man

I have to say as well, that this woman has one of the best sounding voices of our time. She can carry changes like you wouldn't believe. Her stripped cd was very honest and left her open and bare, it truely bared her soul! This is no different. EXCELLENT. I am a true fan so my opinion is very one sided. I believe you will enjoy this cd, she has truely transformed into a woman!

-Brittany Luppy-

I really like some of Christina's latest songs & thought that I might like the album....I was right, it's fantastic! The first cd is the best, I love every song!!!! The second cd is just OK, but the first cd makes you not care that the second one isn't my style.

"Hurt" is incredible...this album is Christina in a turbo-charge. I didn't care for 2 Cabaret-type song that start with a sort of calliope circus-sounding traks, but I forgive her because of the others track that are pure passion...

This is the first CD of Christina's that I've ever owned because up to this point, I didn't care for her choice of recording material. She has always posessed an incredible voice but until this CD, has chosen not to use it to her advantage. This CD is a milestone and turning point in her career. In the recording industry, there are artists with great voices, there are artists that can really sing well and then there are the very select few who can do both. You want examples? Mariah Carey has a fantastic voice but is a very poor singer. Melissa Ethridge has a so-so voice, but is a fantastic singer. To have an incredible voice and being able to sing well is a rare combination to find in todays world of music. Three names come to mind, Celine Dion, Pat Benatar and Sade. Christina is now ready to be included in world's best. Her intention for this CD was to record music she wanted to make and not what the label dictated. This was what it took to push her to elite status. Back To Basics is a collection of songs from all genres of music. A singer must costantly challenge themselves and strive to pursue the goal of releasing the talents and potentials that is still buried inside them. Sometimes all it takes is a different style of music or the knowledge that they're doing what's important to them. This is evident on disc 2 of this release. Christina reaches deep into her soul for emotion,power,and heart wrenching sincerity. The 2 tunes that stand out to me are "Hurt" and "Mercy On Me". Both songs show the effort and drive that have been trying to shine for a long while. Christina holds nothing back and blows you away with intensity and raw emotion that has been lacking in her previous efforts. Her recent tribute to James Brown on the Grammy's, shows more of the power and feeling that has been bottled up inside for a long time. You cannot listen to this twin disc release and not be overwhelmed by the absolute drive and determination that this woman draws upon. Enormous satisfaction is apparent in every selection. Fellow artist Jewel did this on her CD 0304, Leanne Rimes did it on Twisted Angel and now Christina Aguilera has done it with Back to Basics. The music ranges from uptempo dance, pop, rock, jazz blues and soooo much more. There is also video material to view as Christina explains her motivations and the process behind the making of this surperb collection. Of course these are all my personal opinions and I'm welcome to them. But I am confident you will appreciate this CD.

This is an artist who takes risks in her material and is willing to try different styles and formats which keep her fresh while not being a slave to what others expect of her. Two discs can lead to unwanted fillers in spite of her voice and arrangements might be too much for some to like but her fans should be willing to go along for the ride. Others who came out with records about the same time as her have come and disappeared, but this is an attempt for longevity for her. If shortened down a bit ,it would be excellent but some of the songs drop it back a star.

I bought this item for my wife on valantine's day. She Loves Christina Aguilera and i thought she'd love it. And she did!!

I recieved my cd in under a week. It was way fast. And it great condition as well. These people rock. Great to do business with.

Christina brings soul, fire, and a rich voice that will entertain and soothe and followers will enjoy this evolutionary collection. Those not familiar with Christina will surely become fans after listening.

I decided to go to Half.com via Ebay because I could get a product for half price. I didn't have the intention of getting this CD, but when I saw it, I was excited and I figured if they are connected to Ebay, they have to be legit. Well, I purchased the CD on October 20 and the payment went through. As of today December 11, I have yet to see this product and if I spend my money on a product, I expect to see the results by having that product in my hand. I have contacted the seller twice through email, with no response. I am sure not all experience through online purchasing has this sort of outcome, but I will say that will be the last time I order through Ebay or Half.com.

I did not like the different range or variety of music. It went from rap to, I believe some of the most beautiful musid I've ever heard.