Comments on: The New American Sweetheart

By: Dee

Dee — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 16:57:36 +0000

My 18 year old son, 15 year daughter and I all love Kris Allen’s new album (I’m 46). This kind of broad appeal says much about this artist. As a mother, I am also thankful to see artists who don’t have to use sex or bizarre antics to sell records.

By: Josie

Josie — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 16:52:32 +0000

Love this review. His single Live Like We’re Dying moved from #70 to #41 on the Hot 100 Billboard Single Chart today, by the way. He’s making progress in a slow and steady way.

By: sunnyforever

sunnyforever — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 16:00:24 +0000

Kris deserves the accolades. What he does not deserve is the lackluster backing of his own record label who seems more interested in promoting the number two choice.

Kris…see the handwriting on the wall and do a Kelly Clarkson. Dump those farts at 19 Entertainment.

I await with baited breathe your freedom release album showcasing your songwriting, musical, and social talents, unencumbered by people who could not recognize talent, even after the public votes for it.

By: Elizabeth

Elizabeth — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 06:33:52 +0000

Kris Allen CD’s is awesome. The Melody, the lyrics, the beat and how Kris rendered his emotion to all these songs, felt like he has given this songs a life that will last for a lifetime. Call me sentimental, but I am loving this CD. Thank you for the wonderful review. I know that theres a lot of critic that only showcase bad things about the CD and less emphasis on providing credit to Kris who has worked so hard to embrace the CD in a short period of time. I call that talent. I love you Kris.

By: JoJo

JoJo — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 00:20:46 +0000

Thankyou for your review, I love the album, there is only 2 songs that I am not overly keen on, but I still think they are ok. And I don’t agree with the bland part either, anything but bland in my opinion.

By: Leni

Leni — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 22:59:24 +0000

Thank you so much for this thoughtful review. I love this CD and Kris’s previous work too (Brand New Shoes). A genuine artist in the making.

By: learst

learst — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 21:40:00 +0000

I enjoyed the review, and am glad to see a critic who gives an in-depth analysis of the strengths and weaknesses of the tracks on it. Though I was a bit surprised to read that,

“…While the outstanding tracks are terrific, they are a rare find in his otherwise bland album..”

since you seemed to be quite complimentary on the majority of the tracks.

By: Russ Perot

Russ Perot — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 21:06:34 +0000

Kenneth, thanks for this heartwarming and honest review on Kris’s debut album. The songs are what Kris is all about – cool but passionate about his music. LLWD is already up there and I strongly believe the album will stay in the top 40 for a while. It’s debuting at hopefully #7 or #8 in the Billboard 200 this Thursday 11/26.

By: manny

manny — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 17:38:46 +0000

Great review for a great musician and person. The CD is awesome, especially given that it’s an Idol CD recorded ‘on the run,’ as it were. The only think I disagree with is that Kris has cracked the Top 40.

By: Maddy

Maddy — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 15:58:58 +0000

Finally a review written without bias. Thanks for that. Personnally, I love the whole cd. His interpretation is always so genuine and his voice is just beautiful. I wish to see him on tour and I’m sure we’ll see very good things from him in the future

By: maria

maria — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 15:49:29 +0000

This is a really nice review of Kris’ album. I personally like the album very much.

Kris has already cracked the Top 40, by the way — at least on the radio airplay charts. Live Like We’re Dying is #19 on the Hot AC and #38 on the Top 40 airplay charts, according to Mediabase.

By: indierocks

indierocks — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 08:11:05 +0000

Finally a review that share the same sentiments that I do. I actually love the album, for that reasons mentioned. It’s honest and real, and heartfelt. My type of music and artist.

I know they aren’t songs that meet the commercial/gimmicky high-power pop songs by Black Eyed Peas or match up to the seasoned popularity of John Mayer. The thing is, it’s only the beginning of his career. Artists grow and earn their way there are the ones I respect and keep following.

By: susan

susan — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 07:52:12 +0000

This album is great. Deserves more than 3 stars, just sayin.

By: dhonald

dhonald — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 07:48:27 +0000

this is such a heartfelt review. you are an incredible fan/friend/pal of KRIS ALLEN. reading this review made me love kris even more… i’ll be forever a KRIS ALLEN fan… :)

By: hui ming

hui ming — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 07:29:12 +0000

great job on the review. thanks :D