The House is the fourth studio album by British-Georgian singer Katie Melua, released on 24 May 2010 by Dramatico. The Georgian-born British singer-songwriter originally penned almost an album's worth of material in a matter of weeks, only to discard it. It is possibly my favourite album so far this year(and I've heard many) and an album I'll be playing for a long time to come. 3:47 PREVIEW Red Balloons. They're excellent songs, and refreshing compared to the seemingly never-ending Mike Batt songs that are starting to all sound the same (as on Katevan). For starters, Katie wrote or co-wrote most of the songs and she did a wonderful job. WATCH. Brief content visible, double tap to read full content. This Katie Melua discography is ranked from best to worst, so the top Katie Melua albums can be found at the top of the list. Reviewed in the United States on November 7, 2018, Reviewed in the United States on May 3, 2016. 11. View wiki Melua adds enough mystery to each vocal performance that you're not sure where she's going to go with it. About “The House” This is Melua’s first studio album not to be produced by Mike Batt. I will buy more of her CD's and an additional copy of "The HOUSE" to have for myself, and to give as gifts to loved ones. Complete your Katie Melua collection. Some of the songs have a stronger beat, even almost a dance beat, which is nice to have as a part of a larger Katie Melua collection. Top subscription boxes – right to your door, © 1996-2021, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. This is a unique voice in the realm of music today, and one which does not have a huge amount of other artists to compare with. View Lyrics: The Flood. 2. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 21, 2019. The House. [8], In the United Kingdom, the album debuted at #4 with 29,611 copies sold in its first week.[9]. But now, in hindsight, and after listening to it many times since then, House has grown on me. Ketevan. 8 is the forthcoming full length studio album by Katie Melua, released worldwide October 16th. You can almost picture a gaslit South Chicago tavern, as Melua gypsy-struts her way through the disturbing weirdness of "I'd Love to Kill You" (with a kiss, so she says); the oompah heartbeat of "A Moment of Madness;" and the self-conscious, spotlit twirl of "Red Balloons." A young Katie Melua who grew up in Belfast The family then moved to Surrey, followed by London — and the shy Georgian girl was “fascinated” by British culture. The production is pretty good in my opinion: there's no longer Katie with just a classic guitar, she tries out different instruments as well. Play on TIDAL or open in our Desktop app Share. 2.The Flood (Katie Melua, Guy Chambers, Lauren Christy) – 04:03 . Katie Melua. This is Melua's first studio album not to be produced by Mike Batt. The House is one small step for mankind, one giant leap for Katie Melua. Slightly dark and quirky, much like Katy I would imagine. Katie Melua - The House Album Lyrics; 1. House is great, and one of her best. B-Sides: The Tracks That Got Away. Highly recommended! She has a great voice and the music/production standards are at the very highest. The second single A Happy Place was released in July 2010, featuring a remix of the track by Sparks. It also analyzes reviews to verify trustworthiness. Who is in that house? God on the Drums Devil on the Bass: 4. The third single To Kill You With A Kiss(called I'd Love To Kill You on the album) was released at … Our payment security system encrypts your information during transmission. Vocalist Katie Melua's 2010 album The House is an atmospheric, romantic, and sometimes eerie album of arty adult alternative pop. Includes the new single 'A Love Like That'. Film. Reviewed in the United States on December 17, 2012. Katie Melua. 2010 Preview SONG TIME I'd Love to Kill You. Trying to move on from her initial hyper-success must be challenging. 12 tracks. William Orbit's delicate-sounding production is superb and really suits Kate's pure, breathy vocals and gives the songs a contemporary feel that will bear many repeat listens. Review: Katie Melua, The House. The House is the fourth studio album by British-Georgian singer Katie Melua, released on 24 May 2010 by Dramatico. Ketevan “Katie” Melua (Georgian: ქეთევან “ქეთი” მელუა, surname pronounced IPA: /ˈmeluˌɑː/; born 16 September 1984) is a British-Georgian singer-songwriter and musician. 5. 2:57 PREVIEW The Flood. Album No. But the icing on the cake is Guy Chambers who co-writes nearly all the best songs: 'The Flood', 'Tiny Alien' 'A Happy place' and the fun, Eastern European-flavoured 'A moment of Madness'. The One I Love is Gone: 13. Reviewed in the United States on December 27, 2014. Producer William Orbit adds subtle electronic coloring, turning each song into a tableau of its own. 3. Oh Oh Oh Who is in that house? After viewing product detail pages, look here to find an easy way to navigate back to pages you are interested in. The Flood: 11. "The House" is an interesting album; it is obvious Katie Melua tried a new sound and I think it pays off. I'm walking up foolishly And at the end of the hall was a door And I got pulled in by a sound But I wish I'd never found In the privacy of your own room Where flowers in the wallpaper bloom Where I just don't understand In the privacy of your room Look away now, look away now At the moon Oh Is somebody watching me? In Winter (Special Edition) Katie Melua. Late in getting my review up, but better late than never. 2010 fourth studio album recorded at Air Studios in London produced by William Orbit. There was an error retrieving your Wish Lists. The House Lyrics: Who is in that house? This is the title track from the fourth studio album by Katie Melua. Other Albums by Katie Melua. Vocalist Katie Melua's 2010 album The House is an atmospheric, romantic, and sometimes eerie album of arty adult alternative pop. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. Some of the songs have a stronger beat, even almost a dance beat, which is nice to have as a part of a larger Katie Melua collection. Original, deep and fun. 3:27 PREVIEW A Moment of Madness. Katie Melua. I opened the door to see Who is up the stairs? While longtime producer Mike Batt is on board here, journeyman electronic producer William Orbit takes the main production helm. I absolutely love it! Reviewed in the United States on April 29, 2019. May have minor damage to jewel case including scuffs or cracks, or to the … I opened the door to see Who is up the stairs? Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 12, 2012. I'd Love To Kill You ... Katie Melua. Album No. The House. And her voice is a wonderful and beautiful as ever. There are bits of cabaret confetti littered throughout Melua's latest. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 11, 2010. So today, if I look at Katie's entire body of work up to now, House stands out as unique, refreshing, more personal, and one of her best. The first single from the album, "The Flood", was released on 17 May 2010 and was written by Melua, Guy Chambers and Lauren Christy. I've had a change of heart... House is one of my favorites, Reviewed in the United States on September 24, 2013. Call Off The Search is a great album. Gori Women's Choir), Katie Melua Collection (Incl. Discover releases, reviews, credits, songs, and more about Katie Melua - The House at Discogs. KM has a great voice but it's not got much weight and depth, which is all too apparent here. The House (Album Version) Katie Melua. 8. 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Despite lacking William Orbit's trademark sound, it's got sparks of invention and wonder. Twisted Katie Melua. Track Listing : 1.I’D Love To Kill You (Katie Melua, Guy Chambers) – 02:57 . I am totally "addicted" to this CD. We don’t share your credit card details with third-party sellers, and we don’t sell your information to others. This album sounds more like Katie herself. Inoffensive, house trained, porcelain pretty, scandal free. The music is loaded with surprises that take me places I am enjoying. God On the Drums, Devil On the Bass: 5. I opened the door to see Who is up the stairs? An unusual but beautiful collection of songs. 8. Katie Melua präsentiert auf ihrem neuen Album The House ein faszinierend schillerndes Panoptikum mit stilistischen Einflüssen von Chanson ("A Moment Of Madness"), Rock ("Plague Of Love"), Pop ("A Happy Place") und Country ("I'd Love To Kill You"). KATIE MELUA - House - CD in Music, CDs | eBay. Plague Of Love: 9. 1. Katie Melua "The House": Who is in that house? It is loaded with awarenesses and lovely energy shifts. I bought the album due to its William Orbit connection (producer) rather than as a Melua fan. 4:03 PREVIEW A Happy Place. Unable to add item to List. Katie Melua. / I'm walking up foolishly / And at the end of the hall was a door / And I got pulled in by a sound / But I Bonus DVD - PAL), Album No. Some great songs - not all. In Winter. We work hard to protect your security and privacy. 6. This is Melua's first studio album not to be produced by Mike Batt. Katie Melua. View credits, reviews, tracks and shop for the 2010 Vinyl release of "The House" on Discogs. View Lyrics: A Moment Of Madness. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 11, 2020. Review: Test Pattern Is a Genre-Straddling Exploration of Sex, Race, and Power. She isn't as well known here in the states as she should be, but don't let that stop you from getting this album. The third single To Kill You With A Kiss (called I'd Love To Kill You on the album) was released at the end of November 2010. 2010 Preview SONG TIME I'd Love to Kill You. LISTEN. View Lyrics: God On The Drums, Devil On The Bass. I'd Love To Kill You: 6. Live in Concert (feat. The first single from the album, "The Flood", will be released on 17 May 2010 and was written by Melua, Guy Chambers and Lauren Christy. Katie Melua always had an air of The Stepford Wives about her. To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average. While longtime producer Mike Batt is on board here, journeyman electronic producer William Orbit takes the main production helm. 12. Katie is awesome. 4. This is a great album, one of her best. Ultimate Collection. On the final track of 2007’s Pictures, a cover of Leonard Cohen’s In My Secret Life, Katie Melua sang of missing a loved one. 2:57 PREVIEW The Flood. 2. There is really no one like her. Your recently viewed items and featured recommendations, Select the department you want to search in. Not Katie’s best, but it has some good songs. View Lyrics: The One I Love Is Gone. I have been a big fan of Katie Melua for some time and this did not disappoint. An item in used but good condition. 1. View Lyrics: A Happy Place. 8 (Signed Amazon Exclusive) (Deluxe CD Edition). While longtime producer Mike Batt is on board here, journeyman electronic producer William Orbit takes the main production helm. It is in my car when I drive, and then goes into my home for the stereo system, upon arrival back at my house. Help others learn more about this product by uploading a video! View Lyrics: No Fear Of Heights. This isn't rock, pop, or Broadway, yet, at the same time, it is. Full content visible, double tap to read brief content. I’d Love to Kill You: 7. May 2010. Live in Concert. So today, if I look at Katie's entire body of work up to now, House stands out as unique, refreshing, more personal, and one of her best. Probably my favourite album of hers. The House: 12. Step up to a new residence. Sometimes, she practically leaps off the stage (the disco interlude in the middle of "The Flood"). List of the best Katie Melua albums, including pictures of the album covers when available. This album has been described as sonically epic, adventurous and dramatic and, whilst appealing to Katie's fans, also promises to draw a new audience. Red Balloons: 10. The House is the fourth studio album by the Georgian-born British singer-songwriter Katie Melua, and will be released on 24 May 2010. 4:20 PREVIEW Tiny Alien. The result is Melua's most mature album to date and one that will certainly draw well-earned comparisons to such art pop icons … Ultimate Collection. Reviewed in the United States on October 2, 2013. * Sales figures based on certification alone.^ Shipments figures based on certification alone. 1. To be honest, when House first came out it wasn't one of my favorites. Review: Fear of Rain Uses Mental Illness as Grist for the Tension Mill. Live in Concert. Katie Melua. I never paid much attention to Katie Melua and thats because she was always dumped in the Jazz section of local stores (I hate Jazz). A Moment of Madness: 3. What a superb CD - I love it. Katie Melua. The first single from the album, "The Flood", was released on 17 May 2010 and was written by Melua, Guy Chambers and Lauren Christy. She is beyond compare! This is a simply gorgeous album and Melua's best by far. No Fear Of Heights: 8. Maybe I was caught by surprise, and compared it too much to Katie's previous albums. Vocalist Katie Melua's 2010 album The House is an atmospheric, romantic, and sometimes eerie album of arty adult alternative pop. Please try again. She was born in the Georgian S.S.R., but moved to Northern Ireland at the age of eight and then relocated to England at the age of 14. Maybe it was the lyrics to "I'd Love to Kill You," which I didn't quite understand. Please try again. Album No. View Lyrics: Plague Of Love. Yes, we all knew she was a quality singer and songwriter with an impressive catalogue of perfectly constructed, emotive songs under her belt but I don't think we expected this. Some of the songs have a stronger beat, even almost a dance beat, which is nice to have as a part of a larger Katie Melua collection. Some great songs and brilliant production. Katie Melua. A Happy Place: 2. Melua is not all self-absorbed drama, however, as evidenced in her funky spin in "God on the Drums and the Devil on the Bass," and her self-deprecating hypochondria in "Plague of Love." I'd Love To Kill You. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 5, 2020. Listened to it over and over on first go. At least half of the record is fragrantly classy and, occasionally, even beautiful. Review: Sin Gives Vibrant Expression to the Paradox of Michelangelo’s Art. The House Katie Melua. Katie Melua’s ‘The House’ is her fourth (and her first not to be produced by Mike Batt) studio album, released on May 24, 2010 by Dramatico 1956. / I opened the door to see / Who is up the stairs? This is Melua's first studio album not to be produced by Mike Batt. Other Albums by Katie Melua. Reviewed in the United States on November 24, 2010. [7] The second single A Happy Place was released in July 2010, featuring a remix of the track by Sparks. Her usual writing partner, Mike Batt offers the equally brilliant and atmospheric 'God on Drums, Devil on the Bass'.