If you don't already know I'm a super big fan of Kylie Minogue. Have been since 2002 if i can recall correctly. Recently Kylie has marked her comeback in the music industry after recovering from breast cancer and has gone a long way since then. Not only did she completed her previously postponed 'Showgirl Homecoming' tour, she launched a fantastic album, 'X' - her 10th studio album to date. There was also the 'Kylie Exhibition' to showcase many of her outfits she wore over the years be it on stage, the red carpet or in music videos. She also published a children's book, the Showgirl Princess and has her own fragrances, 'Darling' and 'Sweet Darling'. Kylie has also inspired Sweedish fashion giant H&M to create 'H&M Loves Kylie', a beachwear collection. And the latest, Kylie will be the image of Spanish luxury brand TOUS until 2010, oh and she has also launched her own home furnishngs line which includes bed linen, cushions, curtains.
So that was a quick update (sorry i just had to do it). Anyway what I really want to share is how amazingly kylie can change and evolve. Her career in pop music has lasted more than 20 years (1987 - now) and believe me if she hadn't change herself style and music wise she wouldn't have the success and staying power. It's really fun to listen to Kylie's music and watch her live shows because you never see the same thing twice.
Her most recent offering, 'X' is just that. It's new, funky and downright enjoyable music that will get you grooving and shaking all round. However, I find the music videos for her 2 latest singles, 'Wow' and the European release 'In My Arms' to be a bit too... strange. There's nothing wrong with the songs, i love them both, but i feel the concept of the videos are just not suitable with the music and at times i feel confused and clueless. Maybe it's because i have been in NS for so long and have just not caught up with kylie's current style and development. Perhaps after seeing it a few more times understanding will follow.
Check out the videos for yourself:
Wow
In My Arms
No matter what I will always be a Kylie fan because i have already been captivated by Kylie's spell. =)
(Isn't it strange, this post feels like a music review. i just became a music reviewing expert.... muahahahahahahaha)
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