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Michael BubléIt's Time Reprise/Warner Young Mr Bublé finds himself in a tricky position: another album of standards and it'll take some work to establish himself as more than an interpreter of other people's songs, but to deviate from the formula would risk losing his audience. On 'It's Time' he plays it too safe with only one co-writing credit; which is a pity as the old songs feel a little stale this time. For some reason the bulk of the record sounds musically flat and uninspired. After nearly two years of touring, it's perhaps tricky trying to convert the immediacy of the live sound to a recording studio. Add to this a less-inspired track listing and 'It's Time' does have some serious issues. But there's more spirit in a Bublé record than most contemporary bands, and it's this spirit that saves him here: his voice retains that signature warmth and it almost gets the album out of trouble. A strong start in Feeling Good (yes, Muse fans - that one) gives way to a few early dull patches. A Foggy Day (In London Town) and You Don't Know Me don't reach any great heights, while the duet with Nelly Furtardo on Quando, Quando, Quando simply sounds awkward. Home, co-written by Bublé is an ample flexing of song writing muscle, and is sufficiently removed from his big band style to silence detractors. There are also some cheeky moments: Can't Buy Me Love sounds more Frank Bennett than anything and morphs into She Loves You, while in Save The Last Dance For Me the band burst into Sway; a hit from the first record. The inclusion of bonus tracks Dream A Little Dream and Mack The Knife pose more questions than answers. There's a confidence in their delivery that - going by Home - Bublé should be placing in his own song writing ability. More originals next time will prevent that water-treading sensation. Here's hoping, because the boy's a talent.  |
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