Everybody Got Their Something

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Nikka Costa's fiercely bootylicious first single, "Like a Feather"--that song with the thick, clapped 16th notes--has already garnered the 28-year-old singer one hell of a buzz, and for the most part, she's got the goods to back it up. Already a platinum-selling artist in Europe and South America, the Tokyo-born, L.A.-bred singer's stateside debut bulges with ambition. It's a mixed bag of musical tricks that's equal parts '70s-style funk, hazy Led Zeppelin-inspired psychedelia, and angst-ridden alternachick yowling, with healthy dollops of soul, hip-hop, and thrash thrown in for good measure. Produced by Costa, Australian rocker Justin Stanley (who's also the singer's husband), and high-profile New York City DJ Mark Ronson, the album works best when it piles on the noise--like on the standout "Tug of War," which features the unmistakable rim-shot work of Roots drummer ?uestlove. On that track, a flurry of scratched samples, layers of soundboard-smeared noise, and a few luscious string sweeps break into gospel-choir harmonies that swirl gorgeously beneath Costa's reedy mezzo-soprano wails. It's a shame that she can't match this intensity on sparser down-tempo ballads like "Nothing" and "Just Because," where she sounds like Fiona Apple's slightly less annoying older sis. As the album's title says, everybody got their something, and Costa sounds best when she sticks to hers. --Sylvia W. Chan

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Everybody Got Their Something

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Costa Has Got That Something
A unique favorite
Great Sound!
Truly Infectious
Funk and Soul are alive and well.....

Everybody Got Their Something
Nikka Costa
Manufacturer: Virgin Records Us
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00005B0S6
Release Date: 2001-05-22

Tracks:

Like A Feather
So Have I For You
Tug Of War
Everybody Got Their Something
Nothing
Nikka What?
Hope It Felt Good
Some Kind Of Beautiful
Nikka Who?
Just Because
Push & Pull
Corners Of My Mind

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Nikka Costa's fiercely bootylicious first single, "Like a Feather"--that song with the thick, clapped 16th notes--has already garnered the 28-year-old singer one hell of a buzz, and for the most part, she's got the goods to back it up. Already a platinum-selling artist in Europe and South America, the Tokyo-born, L.A.-bred singer's stateside debut bulges with ambition. It's a mixed bag of musical tricks that's equal parts '70s-style funk, hazy Led Zeppelin-inspired psychedelia, and angst-ridden alternachick yowling, with healthy dollops of soul, hip-hop, and thrash thrown in for good measure. Produced by Costa, Australian rocker Justin Stanley (who's also the singer's husband), and high-profile New York City DJ Mark Ronson, the album works best when it piles on the noise--like on the standout "Tug of War," which features the unmistakable rim-shot work of Roots drummer ?uestlove. On that track, a flurry of scratched samples, layers of soundboard-smeared noise, and a few luscious string sweeps break into gospel-choir harmonies that swirl gorgeously beneath Costa's reedy mezzo-soprano wails. It's a shame that she can't match this intensity on sparser down-tempo ballads like "Nothing" and "Just Because," where she sounds like Fiona Apple's slightly less annoying older sis. As the album's title says, everybody got their something, and Costa sounds best when she sticks to hers. --Sylvia W. Chan

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Costa Has Got That Something.......2007-02-10

With a guitar riff that traces straight back to Heartbreaker by the Rolling Stones, Nikka Costa gets out to a fast start on the first track, Like A Feather, and then shows her range as a songwriter/vocalist throughout this excellent CD.

She reaches deep into her soul for real interpretations of R&B, blues and gospel, with a variety of mixes in the production. Though I am not a fan of layered vocals, Costa is able to do an admirable job because of her range of expressions in delivering the parts.

She sings it like she's lived it in Push & Pull and Corners Of My Mind, with Tug Of War and the title track compelling enough to make you stop what you're doing and listen intently.

A dynamite CD likes this one means that the artist has refined the material over a period of years and may struggle to reach the same peak or is starting one of those magical runs of quality releases. Costa has set a solid foundation and Everybody Got Their Something will stand on its own no matter what the future brings.

A unique favorite.......2007-02-03

I've had this CD for awhile and it remains one of my absolute favorites. So it hasn't been played on the radio? I love finding a musical gem that others haven't heard, though why Nikka Costa remains obscure to radio stations is beyond my guess. This is one funky and unique collection of songs that sound like no other.

Great Sound!.......2007-01-17

This album has all the variety that showcases Costa. Motown, soulful, pop, rock, riot grrl. Not a boring cd. However, with that said. You do get the feeling that you heard the song before. But, great execution.

Truly Infectious.......2006-11-26

I had been hearing that song "Everbody Got Their Something" on the Desperate Housewives for the last year. Then I heard it again on an episode of Nip Tuck. I investigated..and I found a gem. This CD is TRULY infectious. Her voice, the lyrics, the music is all so beautifully put together. I can't believe a TRUE artist like Ms. Costa hasn't been recognized with mainstreem attention. I love this CD and i've only owned it for two hours now. The song "So Have i for You" gave me goosebumps the first time I heard it. Unbelievable!

Funk and Soul are alive and well............2006-01-31

I saw Nikka Costa perform "Like a Bird", live not lip-synched, on the "Arsenio Hall Show"(of all places). I could not believe the voice coming out of this, well, little woman. Didn't hurt that her band was just Kickin'! But she was just incredible. I finally got around to buying this CD and let me tell you, she is much, much more than just that "one-hit wonder" song (God I hate VH-1). This is one of those CDs that, if you're into the style of music, that you absolutely have to listen to from start to finish (after you get over the "What was THAT?" songs that you have to play 20 times in a row). Nikka Costa proudly continues the traditions of Janis Joplin, Sass Jordan, and other female singers who do what they want, when they want, and it kicks-your-ass every time. Make sure you pull the curtains and lock your door so you don't get caught "bad dancing and air-guitar playing". ;)

Take it easy,
JLE

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Soulful and a bit funky....along with screamin' guitar.

Everybody Got Their Something
Nikka Costa
Manufacturer: EMI Japan
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00005HWYS
Release Date: 2001-06-08

Tracks:

Like a Feather
So Have I for You
Tug of War
Everybody Got Their Something
Nothing
Nikka What?
Hope It Felt Good
Some Kind of Beautiful
Nikka Who?
Just Because
Push & Pull
Corners of My Mind
I Don't Want to Be the Rain [*]

Album Description

Japanese pressing of her debut album currently getting loads of airplay on her ace single for 'Like A Feather' which is a cross between Lenny Kravitz & Prince. This Japanese album includes one bonus track, 'I Don't Want To Be The Rain' which is not available on the import single to 'Like A Feather'. 13 tracks in all including a hidden bonus track that trails track 12. 2001 release.

Album Details

Japanese Version featuring a Bonus Track: I Don't Want to Be the Rain

Customer Reviews:

Soulful and a bit funky....along with screamin' guitar........2001-12-11

This is an excellent album. I was shocked to find she was a white chick!; she has the voice of on old blue's singer. Her music is covered in soul, a bit funky and down right rippin' at times. On songs like "Hope It Felt Good," "Nikka Who?, and "Like A Feather", you know the band knows how and loves to rock. "Just Because" will have you feeling the blue's over a past love. The one you let go.

If you dig soul music...along with screaming guitar you will be glad you were turned on to Nikka Costa.

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