the 31 best of 2007 – 24: Kylie Minogue – X

I will start by saying that I have never considered myself a “Kylie fan”. Sure, I enjoyed some of the songs from Fever (the album with the massive hit Can’t Get You Out of My Head); but other than that, I just haven’t really paid much attention to the “cult of Kylie”. Many friends have deemed me a “bad gay”, and said that I should have a corner of my gay card torn off for not owning all of Kyle’s albums, but I have never seen the allure… that is, until now.

Perhaps the 10th time is a charm for Kylie to attract me to her game, but there is something about Xthat really demands attention. There has been a lot of buzz around the internets praising this record, and I have to say, that I agree; it is really good. There are many different songs on here that really get you moving (like my favorite In Your Arms), and others that sound as if Janet Jackson was planning on recording them herself.

Kylie’s voice is so sweet and pristine, and she really shows us that the cancer has not dampened her spirits; now that she has recovered, she wants to have fun again. On X, she does just that, has fun, and cements herself as worthy of being referred to as a one named “diva”. Kylie really does have a huge following, and now I can say, that after falling hard and fast for X, I count myself among those that love Kylie. Even if I never go any further than this album, it is a great place to settle in, and fully enjoy my Kylie fix.

One thing that I really liked about this album, is that she isn’t afraid to do things that might disappoint her fans, but also might challenge them to love her more. Take for instance, the brilliant 2 Hearts; which I have read more than one account of a fan disliking. It is one of my favorites on the record, and I absolutely love that she worked with Jake Shears of Scissor Sisters on it (one of my favorite bands). All I can say, is that if this is what Kylie is all about, then I feel like I should have given her more attention before; but at least I am listening intently now. Last, but certainly not least, let’s not forget the dancing… there is a lot to to dance to on this record, so let’s get to the dance floor already; I’m in love WOOOOO!

My favorite songs from X:
In My Arms (BRILLIANT!)
[audio:http://www.duanemoody.com/audio/fsf_1130_inmyarms.mp3]
Like a Drug
[audio:http://www.duanemoody.com/audio/km-likedrug.mp3]
2 Hearts
[audio:http://www.duanemoody.com/audio/km-2hearts.mp3]
Sensitized and Wow. (as promised; more music!)

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