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Ok, I admit it, I had VERY low expectations for this CD. I assumed it was just another avenue for Ballas & Hough because of their popularity on Dancing With the Stars. I was wrong, they have real talent.
What's great about it: Great lyrics and fabulous music.
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The soundtrack is a nice mix of old and new music. Every one of them would be at home at a fab bar where friends are hanging out - sort of a soundtrack to the 20- to 30-something lifestyle. I’m way above that age range, but I still loved it. Because of the subject of the movie, many of them are about love, loss, and everything that goes with it. But none are maudlin. The closest the CD comes to being schmaltzy is the track by Scarlett Johansson, who has a surprisingly great singing voice, but it’s not my favorite song.
For a CD with a mix of styles that still feels cohesive in its entirety, I heartily recommend this a must listen.
What's great about it: Great mix of current and past music.
What's not so great: Not a fan of Scarlett Johansson's song
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The soundtrack is a nice mix of old and new music. Every one of them would be at home at a fab bar where friends are hanging out - sort of a soundtrack to the 20- to 30-something lifestyle. I’m way above that age range (ok, I'm 47 but shhhhh... don't tell anyone :), but I still loved it. Maybe because my kids have filled our house with Maroon 5, REM, The Talking Heads and more that are on this CD, it was a nice way to remember those days with the older songs, but I also discovered plenty of new artists.
Because of the subject of the movie, many of the songs are about love, loss, and everything that goes with it, but none are maudlin. The closest the CD comes to being schmaltzy is the track by Scarlett Johansson, who has a surprisingly great singing voice, but it’s not my favorite song.
This CD is in my regular rotation on my CD player and I heartily recommend it. I can't wait to see the movie!
What's great about it: Nice mix of old and new music
What's not so great: Didn't find anything I didn't like