Writing about this band involves a certain level of responsibility. As a contributor to The London Ginger’s website, all readers must know that this is one of her top bands of all time. Part of her story and who she is. And all I can say about this is: I completely understand this love.
From their Irish origins in the mid-nineties, the Corrs have been a success. In 2015 they launched their seventh studio album called “White Light” after a break of 10 years – and they continue to show their immortality and place in music history.
The first thing I must say is that, it is truly hard to find music that transports the listener to the bands origin and culture. Of course it is impossible to know all existing music, but The Corrs is definitely a band that makes music with a hint of Irish.
And their latest album, which is the subject of this review, is no different. The sisters (and brother) made another beautiful album that kicks off with one of my favourite tracks from the list called “I Do What I Like”. From the initial guitar notes and backing vocals, the first thing that comes to mind is – “this is The Corrs, right?!”. A pop song with a delicious rhythm and brilliant words about individuality. After all “it’s my life, I do what I like”.
The title track that named the album, “White Light”, has an individual detail, that I am particularly passionate about. I strongly admire music that takes you somewhere, that reminds us of a smell, colour, thought…much like Beethoven’s “Moon Light Sonata” which is told to have been created for a blind woman who wanted to “see” a beautiful Moon light. This song really reminds me of white light (an odd type of synesthesia, I guess). A pop song with some little electro element (done acoustically), creating a brilliant danceable and singable mood.
And, this review cannot go without mentioning their testaments to Ireland – the songs “Ellis Island” and “Gerry’s Reel” which are both beautiful story-telling songs. Although only instrumental, “Gerry’s Reel” is one of the best examples from this album that are truly of Irish decent. And The Corrs are well known for including traditional Irish music in their albums and concerts.
Recently I had the opportunity to watch a live performance by The Corrs at the London O2 Arena. Although sitting very far away, I was not only impressed by the sound, but the presentation was absolutely gripping. An excited band that showed that love truly lasts forever and that a reunion after 10 years between musicians and fans is always something beautiful to witness.
I can honestly say that, although recent, I am a big fan of this band. Beautiful lyrics, enticing music – it could not get better. And as I always say – take some time from your very busy life, and enjoy this album. Then the previous, then the one before, then the one before that, then the one before before that…well…you get the idea!
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