V/A – The Next Best Thing – CD

V/A – The Next Best Thing – CD
(Maverick Records) This is the soundtrack to the new Madonna movie featuring two Madonna songs and is released on Madonna’s label, “Maverick Records”. Do you see a trend here? The only problem is that while I usually like her music these are two of the weakest cuts on the disc. Another disappointment was the Moby song. But, before you go thinking that this is just a stinker, I must tell you that several other tracks make up for the weak spots on this dance / electronica filled soundtrack. One of my favorites is a new track from Christina Aguilera, Don’t Make Me Love You (‘Til I’m Ready). I really think that she is one of the few teen sensations that will last, due to her true R&B styled signing ability. Some of my other favorites on this release are Mandalay, Groove Armada, Metisse and a sweet cover of I’m not in Love by Olive.
- Grog Mutant (2000)