You may know Cher Lloyd as a runner up on The X Factor and the singer of the hit single “Want U Back,” but did you know that her debut album, ‘Sticks & Stones’ drops in North America today?
Over the past year, Cher has released a few singles that Brats (Cher’s biggest fans) can expect to see on the album. If the name sounds familiar, it’s because ‘Sticks & Stones’ was first released in the U.K. in November 2011. But don’t confuse the two – Cher reassured fans that the new album, specifically revamped for her U.S. audience, will include some fresh songs. Cher worked with many producers and songwriters, including Kevin Rudolf, The Runners and Savan Kotecha to perfect the album. Plus, she co-wrote five of the songs and describes the album as a “Jukebox.”The North American bubblegum pop flavour is clear, but contrasted with a bit of edge. Luckily, Cher’s charismatic personality shines through many of the tracks.
‘Sticks & Stones’ is mainly pop with some hip-hop, R&B, and dubstep themes. It includes her hit singles “Swagger Jagger”, “With Ur Love”, and “Want U Back ft. Astro”. With the success of the original album in the U.K., there’s no doubt that this one is a must-have for true fans who want to expand their collection. The album may not majorly break new ground, but it is filled with Cher’s sassy style that both North Americans and Brits have come to love. What are you waiting for? Get your copy of Cher Lloyd’s ‘Sticks & Stones’ on iTunes and in stores today!
RATING: 3.5/5