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     I had never heard of Jenny Choi before listening to her latest CD Postcard Stories, so I decided to do a little research to see what I was heading into, and I was greeted by nothing but good reviews. And after my own listen through, I have to agree with what other reviewers said (for once). I believe you will be hearing a lot of great things in the future, because Choi is a star on the rise!

     Choi began her rise in the indie ranks in Champaign, Illinois and quickly became known for her sincere and earnest performances and quirky charming banter. She also knows how to make biting remarks without losing that charm in her voice, which can make for some unique songs. It is no wonder that she has a pretty decent sized following of fans.

     Choi's latest album, Postcard Stories, is just an example of why Choi should become a breakout performer and why it should happen soon. Though compared to the likes of Tori Amos, I heard a greater comparison to Lisa Loeb or Sixpence None the Richer, as I was swept away to my happy place by Choi’s charming, calming and seductive singing.

     The CD plays like a collection of short stories and with a general theme of heartache and nostalgia. The eleven tracks on the CD and showcase a mature offering with Choi’s very strong, sexy and sweet sounds providing a delightful contradiction that kept me intrigued throughout.

     First Day is just a cool song with a mellow vibe that sounds as though like she was discussing the very first day of school. It’s the first day with knuckles white/And everybody’s staring very blankly at you through the door/Your family’s been here for awhile, but soon they’ll wave goodbye/And hand you your things in your duffel bag.

     Promethus is slightly sadder in tone despite Choi’s sweet, happy voice. I must admit that I did not mean to disappoint you/I don’t expect at all for you to understand/I took a risk on all that I truly believed in/I took a fall and landed hard, down at your feet.

     With both songs, the words are deep, but it is how they are sung that make each song truly stand out. Choi’s voice is so sweet that the songs become very infectious, like a walk in the clouds; you never want to come down. It’s very different from the norm, which is very refreshing in today’s manufactured world.

     However, if I could find one problem with the CD, it was storybook format. Since each song was connected to one another, the tracks tended to have similar melodies at times, making listening a slightly monotonous. Yet as a whole, it must be noted that I enjoyed the CD overall, and so therefore I forgive Choi.

     In allI really had a lot of fun listening to the CD and it left me with a smile on my face and has now become another selection for my CD collection. Choi’s talent is something that can’t and should not be denied to the masses.

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