Breakaway by Kelly Clarkson

Pros: Her fantastic voice, good songs, "Addicted" is unbelievable, excellent influences
Cons: "You Found Me" is a little generic but her vocals make up for it.

When Kelly Clarkson won American Idol there were a lot of people who never believed she would get where she is right now. Her first album Th ankful, although a eclectic mix of styles and sounds, was actually very ...

Pros: Good voice, Some decent music and production, Some decent lyrics
Cons: Some forgettable tracks, Moments of schmaltz

I've never seen "American Idol," mostly because I despise the whole reality t.v. movement (as any writer with self respect ought to!) and because for the most part I saw "American Idol" as redundant. "American Idol" seeks to showcase young talent and ...

Pros: It has a dark theme to the album, excellent production, lyrics, Kelly's stunning vocals.
Cons: The theme of the album is depress the listeners, the live track at the end

Who knew Kelly Clarkson would win the American Idol contest and release her debut album Thankful and be here to release another album Breakaway. Now, are those titles telling you something? No? Well, it's telling me something: Kelly ...

Pros: Kelly can sing; some bright spots!
Cons: Dark, morose, depressing music.

There are two over-riding themes on Kelly Clarkson’s latest album Breakaway: agonizing heartbreak and heavy metal, both of which should be taken in small doses. Now I like Kelly oh-so-cute Clarkson, and I love her voice, I just wish I could have ...

Pros: newfound artistry, better and more effective vocals, realistic lyricism
Cons: the lyrics in the sheet are misprinted

Anticipation is something that I have a hard time dealing with, especially when it comes to music releases. Every Christmas for as long as I’ve been in my teens, I sneaks and look at my presents in my parents’ walk-in closet; when I have a test or ...

Pros: solid voice, surprisingly dark lyrics, consistent for the most part
Cons: at times, it still feels like she's allowing herself to be programmed

Author's Note: The Apocalypse has occurred. Not only am I reviewing a Kelly Clarkson album, but Paul has reviewed the new In Flames record. Don't say we didn't warn ...

Pros: There are some stellar, catchy songs here.
Cons: The rest aren't.

It must be hard to be on American Idol. Especially if you win, and especially if you win first. You basically have to set the blueprint for what the other winners are going to do, and the pressure is on. Thus is the case with Kelly Clarkson. As we all ...

Pros: Tight vocals, production, lyrics all across the board
Cons: A bit short, live track at end

American Idol. Cultural phenomenon depending on whom you ask. You know the drill. Nationwide search. Thousands auditioned. Hundreds chosen, flown to Hollywood. Process of elimination. Hundreds whittled down to 12. Series of live performances commence. 11 ...

Pros: An amazing voice, suited to both ballads and rocking out
Cons: I possibly would’ve shuffled the track order a bit, more clarity needed in places

Aside from Survivor, I’ve never been much of a fan of reality TV shows. Idol – American, New Zealand or otherwise – ranks right up there as one of my most hated. Granted, the first couple of rounds of American Idol can be quite funny, but ...

Pros: vocals, lyrics, production aids
Cons: n/a

It's easy to look at Kelly Clarkson for what she supposedly is; a manufactured pop puppet. The winner of the original American Idol, Texan native Clarkson showed enough diversity (and more importantly, quality) to burst the reality bubble and produce a ...

Pros: Excellent singing on some very powerful songs.
Cons: A really depressing tone, about relationships gone badly wrong.

Kelly Clarkson first became famous through the American Idol program, where she was the first season's winner. A hit single, "A Moment Like This", followed, but after this her continued career seemed in doubt; the movie she did with runner-up ...

Pros: Out of this world vocals on certain tracks, good songwriting, Overall rock style
Cons: A couple songs not as up to par as the rest of the CD.

Wow, this CD kicks some serious A$$. I was never a big fan of Kelly Clarkson, and then they started playing the hit track, "Breakaway" on the radio. I was very interested in her new sound. After they began playing "Since U Been Gone," I knew I had to get ...

Pros: Breakaway, Since U Been Gone, Behind These Hazel Eyes, Gone & Hear Me.
Cons: Where Is Your Heart & I Hate Myself For Losing You.

I have to admit, I didn't watch American Idol the season Kelly won. Nor did I run out and buy "Thankful" when it came out. I did however fall in love with the title track to the new album "Breakaway". So I did what so many people did and bought the cd ...

Pros: TONS of growth from Thankful, decent lyrics, flawless singing, good tunes
Cons: She's not really a rock artist yet

Breakaway is a....no Let's talk a bit about Kelly Clarkson. A lot of buzz has been going around ever since 2001 when she won the first season of American Idol. Clap. Clap. Clap. Right after she won she did a quick little single called A Moment Like ...

Pros: Kelly sings backup vocals, each song has strong qualities, full of future #1s.
Cons: There are none whatsoever.

Overall-This album is full of emotion. From addiction, to regret, to longing, to revenge, the range of feelings displayed makes this CD a must have for any mood you could possibly be in. It's a given by now that Kelly has a stunning voice, which ...