Japanese edition of the British singer/songwriter's eagerly anticipated followup to his 1999 hit, 'White Ladder', includes one bonus track, 'Lorelei'. East West. 2003.
Japanese edition of the British singer/songwriter's eagerly anticipated followup to his 1999 hit, 'White Ladder', includes one bonus track, 'Lorelei'. East West. 2003.
Tammy M. from CHAGRIN FALLS, OH Reviewed on 10/13/2011...
I love David Gray so I had a certain level of expectation with this CD as I have with all his others. This disc did not disappoint. His music is so easy to listen to and so consistent with his style. He is inspirational as an artist. There are only a few artists that don't have a bad piece even once in a while, he is one of those who I have not heard even one bad song he's done.
Sinead M. (bookworm) from SAN JOSE, CA Reviewed on 10/17/2006...
great CD
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A bit dissapointed...
J. Franco | San Francisco, CA | 09/27/2005
(4 out of 5 stars)
"David Gray gave us "White Lader" and I guess I was waiting for something greater or at least equally good. Instead we got a couple of good songs and the rest is forgettable. He vinidicated himself, at least to me, with his latest "Live In Slow Motion""
Incredibly Beautiful Album
Jordans11 | Washington State, USA | 06/17/2006
(5 out of 5 stars)
"David Gray hit it big with the massive selling album, White Ladder, but its follow up may just be better than the blockbuster. White Ladder have some amazing melodies, but this album has more subtle melodies of its own that are equally beautiful. A New Day At Midnight contains some amazing tracks such as "Dead In The Water", "Real Love", "Knowhere", "Be Mine", and "The Other Side" that make it one of the best albums I have ever heard. Amazing effort."
Not White Ladder II, but brilliant in its own right...
A. G. Corwin | 08/18/2005
(5 out of 5 stars)
"David Gray followed up his smash White Ladder with the brilliant New Day at Midnight. Most people anticipated a repeat of the last album, or a bust like some artists have after success, but Gray doesn't let his audience down.
If you loved his work before, you will continue to love this album. The lyrics, the melodies, and the sheer honesty of his emotions are well worth every star you can rate it. White Ladder to me was more personally emotional, but this album is almost as good as what I consider the masterpiece of the last 5 years. That is pretty high praise for this album.
Gray did suprised me with this album. I anticipated a more melancholy style similar to White Ladder, but stretches of the album are more filled with energy than White Ladder, especially the songs Real Love and Be Mine. Amazing building melodies, strong lyrics, and filled with life. Other classics are The Other Side, Dead in The Water, Knowhere, and the odd but catchy Caroline.
The only negatives is that are a few songs which don't stand up as well as the ones listed above. In fact if you combined elements of White Ladder with the best of this album, you would have one of the greatest albums ever. David Gray is an honest musician who makes an effort to share his feeling with you. He may not get the press or the radio play because his music doesn't fit the "formula", but that's why his fans love it, and why anyone who gives it a chance will love it too.
It's worth the spin!"
As usual, no complaints about a good thing.
P. Juby | Vancouver Canada | 04/22/2006
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I am a new fan of David Gray, though I have heard his song for several years, January Rain caught my ear with friends the other week and I quickly purchased 3 CDs. I am not disappointed at all. His unique voice has a hint of the style in the late 70s, and with todays accents. He is an accomplished musician and can sing up a storm, with his mellow raspy voice. His songs are a delight to sit back and picture in your mind being seated next to him or playing along. Just a very down to earth style of music. I will buy more of David Gray."