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 enlarge | Artist: Santogold
Label: Downtown
Category: Music
List Price: $15.49
Buy New: $10.43
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Avg. Customer Rating:  51 reviews
Sales Rank: 87
Media: Audio CD
Discs: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 5.6 x 4.9 x 0.4
MPN: 70034
UPC: 878037003420
EAN: 0878037003420
ASIN: B0014DC046
Release Date: April 29, 2008
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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 A debut that strikes gold. September 29, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
You know how you hear types who complain that music today is never at all inventive and anything about its lack of diversity? Well, I may suggest these people check out Santogold, one of the more fresh artists around. As many have heard comparisons to M.I.A. I actually think I like this album way more than her works (although I don't mind 'em). The songs here largely use actual bass and drums, as well as other instruments for the songs.
Yes, some of these songs are heard on commercials, but you know something? They're all great songs. The album can offer something if you're feeling more reggae ("Shove It"), want something with real energy ("You'll Find a Way"; "Say Aha"), want some pretty pop songs ("Lights Out"; "I'm a Lady"), or other interesting bits (the electro synth-bass on "Starstruck"). There is one track that does kind of M.I.A.-ish, "Creator" with its DJ showing and insane track. Ever since I have bought this album it has not left my CD player really, and it's one of the more likeable albums of the year, if not maybe even the best of the year.
It's an album that's full of diversity and creativity, nothing worth missing out. This album makes me really intrigued for what might be next, because this already shows an artist onto something.
 Santogold - Santogold September 24, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
It is refreshing to listen to new music which has its own distinct sound and vibe to it, Santogold (A.K.A. Santi White) delivers the goods on her self titled debut album. My favourite track on this release is the third single "Lights Out" a laidback feel good track where Santogold shines delivering an anthem. The first track and lead single "L.E.S. Artistes" is another outstanding contribution, Santogold sings about being an innovator in a game full of pretenders. Santogold keeps this album fresh, with no two track's sounding the same, creative music, another highlight track for me is "I'm A Lady" feat. Trouble Andrew. Original and experimental release worth checking out.
Go ahead, you know you want it! September 19, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This is a really good album from start to finish. Santi (Santogold) has a very dynamic range and style to her voice, allowing her to do a variety of songs. The musical tracks behind her are a mix of electronica and live rock music...all done very well. The music and singing work together effortlessly...Santi sings as though she was lead singing for a band and not just singing on a track in the studio. After 3 full listens, I have yet to skip a track because the track was weak.
And dont compare Santi to MIA...one sings the other raps. As far as who's the overall better artist...hands down Santi. Ive heard way better rappers in my day than MIA..."experimental" or not. Santi's voice is unique, talented, and genuine.
Every song is great! September 18, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I listen to this at work, in the car and at home. I love it!
New face of Reggae September 8, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I read in an interview somewhere that Santogold thought it was racist that record stores classify her as R&B, and she goes on to say she would prefer to be classified as reggae. I found that facinating since she seems to run with the neo-electro type of crowd (IE: MIA, Amanda Blank, Spank Rock, Bunny Rabbit, etc.). When I think of electronic reggae I think of Black Uhuru (highly reccomended), but I would say for my tastes Santogold is simply really good indie rock with a dance vibe. I would even classify M.I.A. as more difficult (because of her voice) for the average person to digest, and Santogold as a more universally listenable sound. This is clearly among the best releases of the year though, in any genre. And despite most of the stand out tracks being in commercials, my favorite is the remix at the end, which I beleive has yet to have been pilfered.
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