Asian exclusive version of the debut album from Norwegian teen sensation that's sold over a million copies worldwide. Includes the singles 'Sitting Down Here', 'Playing My Game', 'Unforgivable Sinner' and three bonus track... more »s, 'Sitting Down Here' (Tin Tin Out Mix), 'Playing My Game' (Acoustic Version) and 'The Way We Are' (Live at Sound Republic). 1999 release. Standard jewel case.« less
Asian exclusive version of the debut album from Norwegian teen sensation that's sold over a million copies worldwide. Includes the singles 'Sitting Down Here', 'Playing My Game', 'Unforgivable Sinner' and three bonus tracks, 'Sitting Down Here' (Tin Tin Out Mix), 'Playing My Game' (Acoustic Version) and 'The Way We Are' (Live at Sound Republic). 1999 release. Standard jewel case.
CD Reviews
Get serious...with Marlin
Matthew M. Yau | 08/22/2000
(5 out of 5 stars)
"With words written poetically and depth, Marlin brings her listeners to a brand new realm. She infuses alternative pop-rock with a tint of folk element. Unlike her counter-parts who brings us karaoke-friendly tune (Britney, Mandy and Christina), Marlin's mature lyric and music production brings these teen boppers to shame. This is what one should call...music."
Listen...
09/16/2000
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I have to say that when I found only two reviews of this CD, I was shocked. It is Amazing. Don't liken Lene to any of the US crop of Mickey Mouse Club spinoffs...yes, I'm speaking of Britany, Christina, et al... She is definately in a league of her own. Her songs are lyrical, her words sum up so eloquently the subtle nuances of human nature, and her voice echoes like that of a well seasoned singer. All I can say is take a listen, and I can say with a great deal of confidence that you will not be disappointed."
OMG! Good...
fort-fun | Fort Collins, CO United States | 05/21/2001
(5 out of 5 stars)
"This CD, which I bought a long time ago and have forgoten to review, is awesome! I heard her when I went to Italy in March of last year, and went looking for it when I came back. I was saddened to be unable to find it in the stores, but then again all good music seems that way. So, I went to ... ...and lo and behold! there it was. Therefore I went and snached it up quickly.All of the songs are very good on this CD, I can't have a favorite one, it would detract from the others. This is an amazing CD from a girl who, if not in the limelight now, would probably be doing normal teen-to-20y.o. things...I just wish that the US would get better musicians, like Lene, to sing and entertain us, as we seem to have the WORST music taste ("Bye Bye Bye"...that's a *HIT* song? And If she won't "Quit playing games" with your heart, then dump her sorry _ _ _.) (sorry for my ranting..don't let it detract from my review...I am ardent with my MUSIC).OVerall, this was a good buy...try it if you like a Pop or EuroPop style of music."
Not The Usual Teenage Pop
Matthew M. Yau | San Francisco, CA | 10/07/2000
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Lene Marlin is an interesting artist. She is from Norway. Her debut album has sold over 1 million in Asia while hardly anyone knows who she is here in the United States. The first time I encountered her music was actually through a cover by a Chinese artist who is in the same label as Marlin. Title track "Sitting Down Here" is a mid-tempo refreshing folk-pop that has topped all major charts in Asia and Europe. I'm shocked that *nobody* at Tower Records or Virgin Megastore have ever heard about Lene. What a shame fellow American folk! At least the Gap stores play this track well over months. "Playing My Game" is a welcoming continuation of the first track with more exploration in folk-electronic. I guess Marlin's success ascribes to mature lyrics and music production and the variation of folk music combining with other elements. You will find refreshing and surprising arrangements from track to track. You will not find formulaic karaoke-friendly sugar-coated songs commoned among the American counterparts.Some of the most impressive lyrics can be found in "The Way We Are" "One Year Ago" and "A Place Nearby". It will be quite an experience to listen and pay attention to her lyrics. The album will take a while to digest as you will need to listen to it again and again. If you are tired of weak teenage boppers, try Lene Marlin. If you're in the line for artist like David Gray, you should also try Lene Marlin."
Track Listings (13) - Disc #1