9:51 PM

Paris by Night 89 review

1. Dung Hua Voi Em… - Minh Tuyet and Thaifoon

This song was perfect to open the shoe in Korea because the beat, dance, and everything about it were very Korean like. Minh Tuyet looks absolutely sexy even without getting all dress up (simple yet hot!). I absolutely love the song and I thought both Minh Tuyet and Thaifoon did an excellent job getting everyone hype and excited about the show.

When I first heard them duet in Minh Tuyet’s solo CD I was a bit disappointed because it wasn’t one of my favorite, but after re-listening to it numerous of times I’ve grown to love the duet. Therefore I was anticipating this song and I wasn’t disappointed.

2. Bao Gia Em Moi Hieu – Trinh Lam

When I first heard that he will once again perform a song that he composed, I was so excited because I loved his other song, “Tai Sao?” At first I thought this song was too cliché, but after awhile I fell in love with the lyrics and harmony of the song. Trinh Lam’s vocals are perfect and poignant and deliberated the song amazingly well. I’m anticipating for more songs he composes in the future.

3. Nua Hon Thuong Dau – Y Lan

This was one of the songs I wasn’t anticipating and to listen to her speech was even more dreadful. I can understand if you say how excited to be in Korea, but her speech was ‘long’.

As for the song her vocals were fascinating, but it was quite boring to listen to. I like the background music though because it’s romantic and dreamy. Overall, I wouldn’t say this song was one of the most entertaining or great to listen to.

4. Duong Vao Yeu – Thuy Tien

The song is fun and catchy, but it’s not special. However, Thuy Tien looks stunning with that dress/skirt/shirt that shows off her beautiful legs perfectly. The dance was also very interesting with the puppet thing, I don’t quite get it, but I still thought it was interesting.

5. Xot Xa – Mai Quoc Huy

No wonder everyone applauses at the first note. His voice sounds exactly like Che Linh and Che Linh is a legend in the Vietnamese music industry. The song was great at the beginning and then it got boring near the middle and the end (nothing new). I have to say his stag-presence is very likeable and innocent.

6. Superstar – Van Quynh and Huong Giang

Both of them sound great – no doubt. The lyrics is fascinating, but I don’t know why it’s call “Superstar” since it has nothing to do with superstars. The song started out catchy and fun, but it got dreadful and boring at the end. I wished they could have dance with a crew of dancer in the back because it could have been less boring to watch.

7. Thien Dang Danh Mat – Duong Trieu Vu

I must agree with many fans that the sun-glasses was too over-the-top, but that the least of his problem. The song was great until he started rapping (it was horrible). When I first hear the song from the ad preview I loved the song, but now I totally hate the song for the rapping. However, I still like the none-rapping part of the song; it was fresh, new and young.

8. Tan Co Bac Trang Lua Hong – Manh Quynh and Huong Thuy

Like I’ve said before, these type of songs are not my cup of tea, but I would give it a try for Manh Quynh and Huong Thuy. Since I’m still young I don’t quite get the song, but I could tell that most of the audience loved the song because they could relate to this song.

9. Hai Que – Quang Le

His voice is so poignant and fascinating. Quang Le sounds absolutely amazing in this song and I don’t think anyone can or will perform it better then he can. If you look closely Quang Le puts his heart and soul into this sound because he actually tears up at the end which shows you how much he loves this song. Even though it’s a great song I still have problems with his eye contact – it’s getting quite uncomfortable to watch.

10. Thoi Nho Mong Ma Chi – Bao Han

This was the song I wanted to listen to the most since its Bao Han’s first solo in years and I wasn’t disappointed. Her cute facial expressions are still there and her dancing is still sizzling. I wished that she could have dance more since I love her dancing, but it was great! The song was catchy and fun but she should have sang louder since the music overshadowed her voice.

11. Hoa Vang May Do – Khanh Ly

Her voice is still very dramatic over so many years. I’ve heard this song before and I must say Khanh Ly sounded the best here. I absolutely love this song because it has that romantic and jazz feeling to it which I always love.

12. Ha Trang – Tran Thai Hoa

I was a bit disappointed with the song choice, but then again Tran Thai Hoa’s vocal is intruding. I know the lyrics are fascinating, but it was quite boring. However, I still like the song even if it’s a bit boring.

13. Tan Bien – Roni Trong and Huynh Gia Tuan

Nice dance moves and fun beat, but I don’t why I wanted to fast forward the song every time I see Huynh Gia Tuan. His voice doesn’t fit with this song and the little thing that he does with his hand is so annoying! However, I still like Roni Trong’s Vietnamese; he actually sounds better here rather then weak like in PBN 87.

14. Hai Kich: Giot Le Dai Trang – Hoai Linh, Chi Tai and Huu Loc

Goodness this was one of the worst ‘hai kich’ of 2007. It was so boring and over-the-top. The only time I laughs were from Hoai Linh. I knew Huu Loc would be boring and I was absolutely right, he was so fake and horrible as a comedian. I don’t know why they like to use Vietnamese music since they are a music production; why can’t they use their own music? Kudos to the make-up artist on transforming Hoai Linh into the old lady – he looks so real!

15. Gio Bac and Ly Con Sao Bac Lieu – Huong Lan and Tam Doan

I’ve heard both these song numerous of times and I must say this arrangement was my favorite because both Huong Lan and Tam Doan sounds wonderful together. Their voices blend and mix together so perfectly. You can feel the love and tension between the two since these songs talks about a daughter and her mother separating. Even though Tam Doan didn’t sound as great during the ‘vong co’ part, but it’s still her first time and for a first timer she sounds acceptable.

16. Em Van Tin – Ho Le Thu

One of my favorite songs during the show, the song was perfect for the show since it’s in Korea. Ho Le Thu did an excellent job translating and performing the song. Korean songs always need a singer with strong and demanding voice so Ho Le Thu’s was perfect because her voice is so dramatic and strong. Thanks to this song Ho Le Thu is now on my favorite singers list.

17. Mua Tren Que Huong – Nhu Quynh

This song is made for Nhu Quynh and I don’t think anyone can make the song justice like Nhu Quynh because she sounds so great. No wonder why so many fans is sad of her departer from Paris By Night because her ranges are so amazing and wonderful. The dances were simple yet perfect for the song and Nhu Quynh also looks so beautiful!

18. Con Dau Cuoi Cung – Luong Tung Quang

Like I had expected in my sneak peak review, this song is another of my favorite. The song is devastatingly romantic since the song is very sad and gloomy, but somewhere in there it’s still very romantic. The lyrics are wonderful and Luong Tung Quang always manages to perform with a lot of emotions.

19. Yeu De Roi Biet Xot Xa – David Meng

This was also one of my most anticipated song since it’s David Meng first performance after winning and I was dramatically disappointed because I don’t think he sound any better then he had from the Talent Show. He still sounds like he’s screaming into the micro rather then singing. His ranges are everywhere which is hard to listen to. Hope he can improve more after listening to him in the future.

20. Yeu Anh That Kho Noi – Loan Chau and Nhu Loan

Gorgeous! Loan Chau and Nhu Loan look absolutely stunning and beautiful. The song is very enchanted and catchy. The lyric is innocent yet enduring. The dance was simple yet beautiful. Nhu Loan and Loan Chau actually sound great together and Nhu Loan’s voice doesn’t seem to die behind Loan Chau’s voice like her voice usually does with other singer (I was surprised).

21. Mong Sau – Khanh Ha

Khanh Ha’s voice is so strong and something about her voice that makes it stands out from other singers. She once again makes another famous and well known song her own. As for the song I thought it was well written, but had nothing special.

22. Linh Hon Da Mat – Bang Kieu

The song was so good and beautifully sang by Bang Kieu. His ranges were once again poignant and perfect. I love the song and the meaningful lyrics. It was so kind of Bang Kieu to sing this song for Nhat Trung and his late wife, the talented La Suong Suong. R.I.P La Suong Suong!

23. Fashion Show Ao Dai Calvin Hiep and Thai Nguyen – Models from Vietnam and Korea

Yes! I hated watching this fashion show – it was so boring and bland. I’d rather have the singers walk down the runway; however, I must say both designers’ dresses were fascinating and interesting. Personally the second set by Thai Nguyen was more beautiful because it was less dramatic like the first set. Vietnamese ‘ao dai’ are loved for being simple yet sophisticated and the first set by Calvin Hiep had too much going on, but they were still very pretty.

24. Hoa Nang – Mai Tien Dung and Sunny Luong

I love Mai Tien Dung energy and enthusiastic on stage which make the song more enjoyable. As you all know from the sneak peak review I really like Sunny Luong, but I was disappointed seeing him getting overshadowed by Mai Tien Dung. The song was fun and had a great beat to it. The dance was also very enjoyable; overall, just a very fun song.

25. Hoang Vu – The Son

I love The Son’s strong and wonderful voice, but I didn’t quite like this song. It’s over sung by so many artists so I was quite bored to once again listen to this song in such a grand and different show.

26. Tinh Chap Nhan – Quynh Vi

Even though I love Quynh Vi’s voice I thought she could chosen a better song. I’m not saying this song was horrible, but it didn’t do Quynh Vi’s voice justice. However, I thought she look stunning in the dress, but still very old with the make-up.

27. Ki Em Ra Di – Luu Bich

I was hoping for the ending song to be grand, exciting and over-the-top since the opening set such high standard. Yes the song was fun and catchy, but I was hoping for it to have something new and different. The dance from Luu Bich was a bit uncomfortable to watch since she’s not as young as she was before so for her to dance so seductively was a bit weird. Not the best ending but still exceptable.

Overall, I was actually disappointed since it wasn’t as grand and dynamic like it was told to be. However, I still find it enjoyable and fun since they tried something new. There were songs I loved, but there were also songs I dislike. I was also hoping for more Korean translated song since it’s in Korea. I must applauses for Ky Duyen and Nguyen Ngoc Ngan because they did a fantastic job! They were fun, enthusiastic, and interesting to watch. They play off each other so well. I didn’t like the Korean dancer because they don’t understand how to bring diversity to each song like the Paris by Night dancers, but then again the language barrier. I was so disappointed when I realize there was no behind-the-scenes since it’s so fun and entertaining to watch. However, I still recommend this DVD since its fresh and new from Thuy Nga, but don’t expect too much from it because you will get disappointed.

BONUS MVs:

28. Neu Em Duoc Chon Lua – Ngoc Lien

I must say Ngoc Lien look stunning in this MV. The song was not bad at all; I quite like it. I guess the changing of the cloud color shows how her life is when her lover gets in a car accident. The storyline is so Korean; with the car accident and everything. Overall, I thought the MV was beautifully filmed and act.

29. Chuyen Ngay Tho – Ha Phuong

Compare to the other two MV this one look a bit cheap with the fake graphics. Ha Phuong looks stunning in the wedding gown and so innocently beautiful in the blue ‘ao ba ba’. However, the song didn’t seem to fit with her voice because she sounds awkward and weird.

30. Em Van Tin – Ho Le Thu

Like I’ve mention before I absolutely adore this song and to see it act out was even better. Ho Le Thu looks so cute in the MV and she and the Korean actor did a fantastic job. This personally is my favorite MV Thuy Nga has made ever.

Labels: pbn review

Friday, August 24, 2007

paris by night 89 sneak peak review

First off I would like to thanks Tuan Nguyen from Miratunes.com for posting up this video for us awaiting fans. I tried my best to captures and edit the captures. Ky Duyen and Nguyen Ngoc Ngan are at it again trying to make the show as festive and entertaining as possible. I always love their enthusiasm and presences. I was a bit disappointed when I saw Ky Duyen having long hair – none the less she looks stunning, but I was hoping for a fresher, newer look. I guess she only pulled her hair back on the poster of Paris by Night 89. I’m also very disappointed to not see all the familiar faces of the dance crew. I wished Thuy Nga could’ve have brought them all over because it’s just not comfortable seeing other singers.

1. Dung Hua Voi Em… - Minh Tuyet and Thaifoon

The beat of the song is very catchy and it looks hot! I wasn’t very please with the duet between the two in Minh Tuyet’s solo CD, but I’ll still give this song a chance since it’s the opening. Usually the opening song for any PBN would have fabulous, over-the-top wardrobe. Minh Tuyet just looks too casual. However, anything can change since I’ve only saw like 15 second of the song. This song will be on my watch list.

2. Bao Gio Em Moi Hieu – Trinh Lam

I already can tell that this song will be another hit for Trinh Lam. I must admit that he’s a great composer; always writing such meaningful and wonderful lyrics. He also performs the song very well therefore this song will be on my watch list 100%.

3. Nua Hon Thuong Dau – Y Lan

This is a typical Y Lan song and I’m not interested in listening to this song because it seems boring. I hope seeing the whole performance can change my mind, but for right now this song isn’t intruding.

4. Duong Vao Yeu – Thuy Tien

Thuy Tien looks absolutely stunning with that hairstyle and mini-baby blue dress/skirt. The beats and harmony of the song is very catchy and the lyrics are interesting as well. I now guarantee that this will be one of my favorite songs after the DVD is release.

5. Xot Xa – Mai Quoc Huy

I can’t believe how much Mai Quoc Huy sounds like Che Linh which is a good thing because we don’t have much singer like Che Linh these days. I’m quite interested to hear the rest of the song.

6. Superstar – Van Quynh and Huong Giang

Both Huong Giang and Van Quynh look stunning especially Van Quynh and her long hair. As for the song I feel 50-50 about if I like the song or not; we’ll just have to see when the DVD releases next week.

7. Thien Dang Danh Mat – Duong Trieu Vu

The beat of this song is so cool! One of my favorite preview songs so far... However, I just couldn’t help but laugh at Duong Trieu Vu and his glasses attempting to be cool. I don’t blame him since most of Korea has that ‘cool’ looks to it. Definitely waiting to hear and see this performance.

8. Tan Co Bac Trang Lua Hong – Manh Quynh and Huong Thuy

I’ve never liked this type of music, but I’m always willing to give it a chance. No doubts that Manh Quynh and Huong Thuy sounds acceptable together so I think I’ll give it a go and see what happens.

9. Hai Que – Quang Le

Fascinating lyrics this song has. Quang Le’s voice of course is flawless and great. So of course I’ll be waiting to listen to this song. The two huge – bushy trees for this song looks weird yet right for the song.

10. Thoi Nho Mong Ma Chi – Bao Han

One of my most anticipated songs of this whole DVD. Bao Han haven’t got to sing a solo for quite awhile and I’ve miss that. The song is catchy, dance moves looks nice, and Bao Han looks absolutely sizzling so I’ll be waiting.

11. Hoa Vang May Do – Khanh Ly

Khanh Ly always manages to delivers an outstanding performance. Her voice is crisp and her range is unbelievable. Beside those qualities the song also seems to be very good so I’m anxious to listen to the rest.

12. Ha Trang – Tran Thai Hoa

This song is so old and over sung by so many artists so for Tran Thai Hoa to sing this again is quite boring. However, his voice is so fascinating and interesting that I want to give this song another listen.

13. Tan Bien – Roni Trong and Huynh Gia Tuan

This song is perfect for that Korean feeling. Fast beat and nice dance moves. The clothing style is also perfect since they are performing in Korea. The beat is fun and exciting so I can’t wait to see the whole performance.

14. Gio Bac and Ly Con Sao Bac Lieu – Huong Lan and Tam Doan

I’ve been waiting for these two to duet since I don’t know. So I’m happy about it and am waiting patiently for the release of the CD. Their voices match with each other perfectly and both of the songs are very catchy and popular.

15. Em Van Tin – Ho Le Thu

The Viet translations are done nicely by Ho Le Thu. To what I can hear I think it’s a very good song. The dramatic and dynamic in Ho Le Thu’s voice gives the song more emotions and life. So far I love the song and I’ll be waiting to hear the rest. Does any notice that her face looks flatter then usual? I don’t want to starts any rumors, I’m just curious.

16. Mua Tren Que Huong – Nhu Quynh

The net is circulating that this will be Nhu Quynh’s last performance with Thuy Nga. However, I don’t think this is the last we’ll see of Nhu Quynh in Thuy Nga because she has been with Thuy Nga for so long now so… As for the song it’s nice and Nhu Quynh’s of course sounds beautiful and wonderful. I’m always anticipating her songs.

17. Con Dau Cuoi Cung – Luong Tung Quang

All of Luong Tung Quang’s songs are on my favorite list and as for right now I think this one will also be on my favorite list. He always manages to picks the right song for his voice and it’s always enjoyable to listen to. So obviously this is on my waiting list.

18. Yeu De Roi Biet Xot Xa – David Meng

We’ve all been waiting for his first performance after winning the talent show and here it is. I’ve never been a fan of David Meng and I think I’ll stay that way since this song isn’t as good or special. He’s still screaming at the microphone, but I’ll give it a chance since he’s trying to improve.

19. Yeu Anh That Kho Noi – Loan Chau and Nhu Loan

Wow both of them looks stunning! The song is a bit slow, but still catches my attention. The only problem is that once again Nhu Loan’s voice seems to fade behinds Loan Chau’s voice. I hope I’ll hear more of her after the DVD releases.

20. Mong Sau – Khanh Ha

Her voice is fabulous so I’ll love to hear the rest of the song. Khanh Ha once again looks beautiful with that hair style. A true diva with a wonderful voice how can I skip her song?

21. Linh Hon Da Mat – Bang Kieu

Bang Kieu always performs his hearts out and you can tell from his voice and facial expressions. For now I love the song so of course I’m waiting to hear the rest.

22. Fashion Show Ao Dai Calvin Hiep and Thai Nguyen – Models from Vietnam and Korea

I hated the fashion show in PBN 84 and I think I’ll hate it again since it’s so boring watching the models walking. I’ll rather have the singers matching even without singing because I’ll surely enjoy it more. I must say so far from what I can see the dresses look stunning!

23. Hoa Nang – Mai Tien Dung and Sunny Luong

Another pop and catchy song…. Sunny Luong was one of my favorite that didn’t make into the finals so I’m happy to see him perform on stage. I always love exciting song like these so I’ll be waiting to listen and watch.

24. Hoang Vu – The Son

I’ve heard this song so many times and it’s getting kind of boring. I’m quite disappointed with the song choice, but then The Son have a very nice voice so yes I’ll be listening to this once again.

25. Tinh Chap Nhan – Quynh Vi

Quynh Vi sounds amazing and looks terrific. I’ve been a big fan of her since the beginning of the talent show so I’ll be watching this performance again. However, I think she has too much make-up and it makes her look old.

26. Ki Em Ra Di – Luu Bich

Luu Bich always gives sizzling hot performances if there is a crew of dancers so I’ll be expecting this to be hot! After all this is the final song so I’ll be expecting more hotness.

27. Hai Kich – Hoai Linh, Chi Tai and Huu Loc

I know Hoai Linh will give another fantastic performance and Chi Tai will also, but Huu Loc. I don’t know since PBN 87 I’ve hated him as a comedian because he’s just not funny. So I don’t know what to expect from this skit.

Overall, from the preview I think this show wasn’t as grand or huge as I’ve expect it to be. Since the show was in Korea I expected to have translated Korean song, but there were absolutely none. Even PBN 81 seems more like a Korean show then this. I must agree with most fans that there were too much pop and not enough R&B/hip-hop since that’s the main trend in Korea at this moment. However, I still like how they tried new places and I must admit the stages look huge and fantastic. I’ve never missed a PBN since 63 and I don’t plan to miss this one.

Labels: pbn review, special

2:53 PM

Wednesday, August 22, 2007

news strip no. 3

Warning:
The following post is not meant to be read by hypersensitive fans. The entire post is purely satirical. If you have a sense of humor and wish to laugh, read on. The following doesn't in any way shape or form represent my true feelings regarding any of the artists. It is all in good fun! Please do not take it too seriously. You've been warned. Do not read if you can't handle it!

News Strip No. 3 featuring Huong Giang
[Paris By Night 88 : Mot Minh]

My thoughts:
After this was brought up by a member of Thuy Nga forum I went to go re-watch the performance and yes I did see a few mistakes here and there. However, there were only places where she breath; nothing too dramatic. I didn’t see any sign of lip-syncing therefore I would like to say I believes that she was singing live. Some might disagree with me and says that she didn’t sound as great or clear during the Talent Shows. Either way live or lip-syncing I believe that Huong Giang’s voice is quite unique and different.

One other thing is that I don’t want you guys to take the news strip the wrong way because at the end I made it look like I think she lip-sync. The ending was purely for entertainment and enjoyment. So I ask you not to take it too seriously if you’re a fan because I’m also one of her fan.

Your thoughts:
What do you think? Do you think that Huong Giang lip-synced during her solo performance?

Labels: Huong Giang, news strip

2:23 PM

Monday, August 20, 2007

analyzing song no. 6

Yeu Mot Nguoi, Song Ben Mot Nguoi by Minh Tuyet
(TNCD402 – Yeu Mot Nguoi, Song Ben Mot Nguoi)



English Translation

Those nights where I sit alone listening to the rain;
my heart and soul aches with pain.
Remembering you from far away;
the times when we were together.

Do you know how much tears have shed?
The tear burns with hurt.
When I was in your arm – lying in the grass
looking up at the sky. I long and search for that.

I sing alone during the night;
my lips are now very tender.
I now long for you more then ever;
even more then we were together.

I dream of you night after night;
do you know my heart long for you?
How much longer are we going to be apart?
I need you by my side.

[Chorus]
Loving one person, but I live with another.
I cry for my miserable life.
In love deeply with you despites the fights;
even if you can’t ever forgive me.

Loving one person, but I live with another.
Do you know it hurts very badly?
I’m far away from you; do you know I have to
live alone without you by my side?

Analyzing the song:
Basically you can obviously tell out the whole storyline behind this song from the title it self. It talks about a woman in love with one person, but for some reason religious, financial, ect. she have to live with someone she doesn’t love. Though she stays by his side, she still dreams and fanaticizes about that other person.

Thoughts:
You can find a more detailed thoughts here about the song. As you can see I thought the song was phenomenal and fantastic. However, I must agree with some listener that the song was quite sick and mean. I don’t mean the voice because I adore Minh Tuyet’s voice, but the lyrics of the song was hard to listen to if you dig deep. She stays by his side even though she didn’t love him. I think that’s selfish, but then once again it’s just lyrics for singers to sing. Also I didn’t quite think the title of the CD fits with the images of the CD. If you look at the photos; it’s designs to make Minh Tuyet looks like this beautiful princess – nothing sad and miserable. Therefore I think they should have named the album “Giuc Mo Minh Em” Or “Ngo Nhu La Giac Mo” because both title have that fairytale feelings to it, but either then that I thought the song was brilliantly written and sang by Minh Tuyet.

Labels: Analyzing song, Minh Tuyet

10:25 PM

Saturday, August 18, 2007

minh tuyet – yeu mot nguoi, song... review

1. Yeu Mot Nguoi, Song Ben Mot Nguoi

I fell in love with Minh Tuyet even more listening to this song because her voice is so soothing to listen to. I just love how strong and demanding her voice is. The first time I heard a preview of this song and I knew it was going to be a great song.

This song is easily my favorite song on the CD. I can listen and sing along anytime or anywhere. I just love the harmony of melody, Minh Tuyet’s voice, and the twisted lyrics. Basically I thought putting this song as the CD’s title was great because it’s the best song of the CD.

2. Giua Doi Minh [ft. Mai Tien Dung]

This was one of the songs that I was highly anticipating and I was a bit disappointed. Not that I don’t like the song, but that I was expecting Mai Tien Dung to sing as a duet not talk/sing. However, I really like the beat and style of the song. Once again Minh Tuyet did a fascinating job. I do love the lyrics; very innocent yet romantic.

3. Nhung An Tinh Xua [ft. Bang Kieu]

Bang Kieu and Minh Tuyet are two of my favorite singer and also is one of my favorite couple. Their voices are so compatible and brilliant together. Since their duet CD “Boi Vi Anh Yeu Em” I have fallen in love with their voices singing together.

I dislike song with talking here and there because I think it’s unnecessary, but I must say that this is another great song delivered by both artistes. However, it’s not their best but it’s enjoyable.

4. O Noi Do Em Cuoi

At first I thought this song was quite boring and dreadful to listen to. One of the reasons was because the lyrics were so deep and gloomy. Repeated and listening closely made me like this song more and more. The lyrics were dreadful, but it’s dreadfully beautiful type of song.

5. Chi Can Anh Thoi

I was pleased with this song. It’s very sweet and beautiful. She got all the notes and her ranger ability once again was amazing. I have always loved listening to Minh Tuyet sing ballads because her voice blends and balance perfectly.

6. Giac Mo Minh Em

At first, I thought this song was too childish for Minh Tuyet because she usually sings the deep and meaningful type of songs. As the song progresses and developed I changed my mind toward the song. The song was innocent, romantic, and sweet. The lyrics are so dreamy and cute! I should’ve have known it would be innocent and dreamy from the title of the song.

7. Mat Nhau Trong Doi [ft. Thaifoon]

When Minh Tuyet started singing I thought it was a background singer because the monotone voice doesn’t sound much like her. Beside that I thought her voice was great, but the song wasn’t as catchy as the other.

This was one of my other highly anticipated songs because of guest singer Thaifoon, but I was greatly disappointed. The rapping wasn’t very catchy or great; though he is a good rapper. The lyrics had nothing special. Overall, I just didn’t enjoy the song as I thought I would have.

8. Ngo Nhu La Giac Mo

I must admit Minh Tuyet did a fantastic job singing this song. The song is soothingly beautiful and romantic. Once again her ranges were great. Minh Tuyet always tries to put as much emotions into the song as she can. One of the reasons she is such a successful singer because she sing with her heart and soul. One of my favorite songs!

9. Nguoi O Lai

Another wonderful ballad delivered by Minh Tuyet. The harmony and arrangement for this song was great. I said it before and will again Minh Tuyet never disappoints when she sing ballads because she dominates.

10. Lam Sao Em Biet

What a fascination and amazing song. The lyrics were great, the voice was great, and the harmony/beat was awesome; another of those songs that Minh Tuyet makes her own. I’ve heard many other artistes sung this song. However, by far Minh Tuyet sounds the best.

11. Vang Trang Dem Troi

Since PBN 86 everyone has adore and love Minh Tuyet singing this song because it matches her voice so well. One of my favorite song of Minh Tuyet, but since she sang this song live it wasn’t high quality. So I’m very glad that she included this song in her CD because it is really a great song. More review about this song here and here.

Overall,
This CD is worthy of a listen from both parties – fans or anti-fans of Minh Tuyet. It has sweet and serenaded songs to pop/hip hop to beautiful ballads. I was expecting the CD to be great and I wasn’t disappointed. Through out the whole CD there were a few songs I dislike or didn’t enjoy at first, but as I re-listened I’ve grew to like or enjoy all the songs. I just love this CD and is happy with the songs selection that Minh Tuyet and Thuy Nga did for the album. I highly recommend you this album because it’s one of Minh Tuyet’s best! Also I must comment on the pictures in the booklet – Minh Tuyet looks stunning; just like a Disney princess. I love the designs and styles even though they are supposedly a copy. As you can see I loved the pictures so much I use it for my layout of my returning!

Labels: cd review, Minh Tuyet

9:05 AM

Thursday, August 16, 2007

analyzing song no. 5

Nhac Kich: Chuyen Tinh Thoi Chinh Chien by The Son and Nhu Quynh
(Paris By Night 88 – Lam Phuong Duong Ve Que Huong)

English Translation


Ngay Tam Biet…

I can still remember the last time we saw each other,
you looked as beautiful as an angel.
Tomorrow I will leave.
I hope we can one day see each other again.

Today we can be happily together;
with loving music playing in our ears.
Love words come easily
just like the moment we first met.

But my dear love tomorrow we separate;
you stay here while I have to go far.
Separation! Who is good with it?
Grief turns our forehead green.

Remembering when the sun set
I would put the flower in your hair.
Who was the shadow of that afternoon?
What can I say when we departs?


Khoc Tham…

After sending you off, I come home alone.
Outside the moon shines beautifully,
but I feel shaken all around.
Thinking the shadow of the night was you;
loving you more as I try to close my mouth.

Oh god how much I love you;
but now we separate after numerous years of love.
I love you now that we separate between smiles.
The far road is dangerous and windy
and your life without me is bitter and hard.

Years already and days past by slowly;
we’ve been through the sweet and bitter of life.
But now I have to face the world all alone.
Many nights have past by;
hearing each leaves falls from the branches.

Each gunshot causes my stomach to swirl with fear.
Without you the room seems empty and abandon.
Remembering you, remembering each breath you take.
Now I know without you my life is dead.


Chieu Hoang Vang…

There are afternoon where rains pour heavily down.
There are afternoon where the cold freezes your soul.
I pass through the village over the hills; the forest is
green and abandon causing me to feel empty.

Many years the life of a soldier travels far.
Many years the life of a soldier twists and turns.
Sometimes we carry along the memory of our homes.
However, we still feel lonely and sad because
our country is still in grief.


Con Tau Dinh Menh… ft. Luong Tung Quang, Trinh Lam, Huy Tam, and Quynh Vi

When we leave, we see the road is far.
The road to freedom is even farther.
Over twenty thousands pairs of hand
helps each other to get here.

Leaving during the times of desperation;
during the worst times of our country –
longing for a better life style.

Who leaves, who stay, who knows?
Peoples going North, going East;
together we live in grief…
Together we live in grief.

The ocean is wide and endless;
waves raises high and beyond.
How do we know where the boat floats?
How do we know where the boat floats?

The moon shines and reflects deep into the ocean.
Please help and teach me on
how to stop feeling sorrow.
How to stop feeling sorrow?

I love the boat “Chuong Xuan”;
the boat that survive the storms.
With love deep inside,
with love deep inside.

I want to clasp my hand together;
bringing the children to safety,
thousands of thank you.
Thousands of thank you!

Where in the future I might go;
never will I forget this hardship,
where I will teach someday.


Mat…

After the terror the night gets even darker;
leaving the country during its hardest.
In grief I can hear the words of lies;
in disbelieve we sob and separate apart.

Do you know the thirtieth is the day we lost the country;
the day of separation, day of death?
I wander into the bright side of the world,
but to find the wide ocean bordering the escape.

Love, love comes in thousand of different words.
Love, love the moment of separation we say nothing.
Love, love comes and goes.
Love, love losing the country, losing you, I have nothing.

Love, love comes in thousand of different words.
Love, love the moment of separation we say nothing.
Love, love comes and goes just like the sunset.
Love, love losing the country, losing you, I have nothing.

If the love has vanished then why still send hope;
hoping and praying everyday for your return.
I hope and pray for the storm to not come
so my boat can bring me back into your arms.


Vinh Biet Nguoi Tinh…

Ten years of separation my health declines.
Ten years of anticipating for your safety.
All of the grief and sorrow; my life is a mess.
Bitter tears fall in hope of tomorrow.

In the past years I still have hope;
still waiting for that day where we can form a family.
But today my dream disappears because the storm hit hard.
Drowning the boat and I die in the deep sea of love.

The pedal from that year shatters into pieces;
sending it along with the waves toward to you.
I have tried to go find it in the wide and endless ocean;
the everlasting love that only last in fairy tales.

The tiny boat is like a marriage carriage;
holding and wrapping my body closely into the ocean.
There I have found the peaceful of everlasting love.
There I will forever be with you.

I send all my love into this flower,
even though it’s smashed up.
Asking the water to take it to you;
I would like to say thank you for your love
which motivate me to continue to love.
Goodbye my love, goodbye.

Analyzing the song:
All of the songs putted together represent and tell a story about the life of two innocent – youthful lovers during the time of war in Vietnam. The beginning of the act we see the couple saying their goodbye and farewell, hoping and praying for that person to return. Once the girl says her good bye, she realizes without her love her life is dull and gloomy. She cries alone during the middle of the night alone; a sudden sound of a gun shot would scared her to death for the life of her love. While she is praying for his return, he is out in the battlefield fighting to defend his country. Hoping one day the war would end so he could return to the side of his love. During the hazard and destruction of the war, everyone tries to find their way to freedom; the only way is to flee the country and go to America. Everyone hope and pray for the country as they leave one by one. After he unsuccessfully couldn’t find his love, he flees to America as a soldier leaving her. Each on the other side of the world they still connect in spirit as he anxiously wait for one day they could see each other again while she prays for the boat to sail out at sea without hitting waves. After years of waiting, he gets news that her boat had miserably sunk into the wide ocean drowning her and many other passengers. The only thing he could do now is to send the flowers she has given to him years ago when he set off to war. He asks the waves of the ocean to please bring the flower to her representing his love for her.

Thoughts:
What a magnificent act delivered by both Nhu Quynh and The Son. You could see the emotions and tensions in their eyes as the story progresses. The songs selections were perfect and everything went smoothly. Of course both of their vocals were great. Come on its Nhu Quynh and The Son! I also thought that having this is the show talking about composer Lam Phuong was acceptable because he were up during the time period of the war and fleeing to America – which is a big part of his inspiration to produces all those songs. Overall, from acting to singing to lyrics these combinations of song were perfectly done.

Labels: Analyzing song, Nhu Quynh, The Son

9:27 AM

Wednesday, August 15, 2007

i’m back…

Did you guys miss me?

After eight days of disappearance I have decided to return to the life of an administrator and a writer. I wanted to quit both Entertaining You and Modern beauties quietly, but after a long rest I knew I couldn’t get through a day without getting on to update or plainly chat and talk with you fans. In recent days I have receive numerous emails and comments wanting me to return; however, I try not to get online so I could leave it behind, but I just couldn’t do it. You could say this was a publicity stunt for my both of my sites because in the past eight days the numbers of visitors had doubled – which is quite weird because I haven’t update or written anything new.

I’m saying right now that since school will be starting very soon, I wouldn’t be updating as much as I would like. You will most likely see me updates on weekend and holidays since school give us breaks. This was one other reason that I wanted to quit because I was scare of disappointing you with limited updates, but then I realized that if I shut down the sites you fans would be in even more disappointment.

I made a new layout featuring Minh Tuyet’s new solo CD “Yeu Mot Nguoi, Song Ben Mot Nguoi” – what can I say? The pictures were too gorgeous to not make a layout. I really like this new layout because it’s very fairytale like and it has that sense of Disney World. Minh Tuyet looks so pretty in the pictures! In a way the layout represents the site perfectly because it’s uplifting and enchanted. I hope you guys enjoy the layout. It took quite awhile to make it.

I think that’s basically it. Feel free to ask any question or give any suggestion on the site. Do continue to leave comments the “quiet” readers because I would appreciate it a lot!

10:25 AM

Wednesday, August 1, 2007

news strip no. 2

News Strip No. 2 featuring Minh Tuyet
[Paris By Night 88 : Minh Mat Nhau Bao Gio]

My thoughts:
In my opinion I can see why peoples are saying that the designs and style on Minh Tuyet CD resemblances Beyonce’s ‘B-Day’ CD. However, I don’t know why peoples are making such a big deal about this situation. Even if the designer did copy – not saying that he/she did, but why are peoples bashing on Minh Tuyet? I just don’t understand why you have to either love or hate on her. On the other rumor about composer Dan Truong suing Minh Tuyet and Thuy Nga for using Hoai An’s songs, ‘O Noi Do Em Cuoi’ and ‘Nhung An Tinh Xua’, without verifying and asking him. This is typical around the Viet community always stirring up trouble. Once again I think this is just a made-up because do you think a big grand production like Thuy Nga would randomly use songs from a composer without verifying them first. That’s just ridiculous and dumb thing to do.

Your thoughts:
What do you think? Do you think that the designer copied Beyonce ‘B-Day’ designs? Did Thuy Nga and Minh Tuyet daringly use Hoai An’s music without consulting him first?

Labels: Minh Tuyet, news strip

5:21 PM

Monday, July 30, 2007

False alarm…

After four hard days of work for a new and improve site with the new server I finally realizes that blogger.com was much better; even with its slow publishing and updates. However, I could posts more here and change layouts that I make which is one of the main reasons I opened the site. To limit my graphic skills was not worth the changes. I would like to apologize to all of you fans that have been anticipating a fresh new site. I truly apologize. The good news is that you don’t have to wait any longer because the site is back and running smoothly again. I hope you all will return to support me and Entertaining You. Also I’ll be changing the layout shortly so enjoy this one while you can.

As for Entertaining You’s first anniversary I would like to thank everyone that have supported and loved the site of Entertaining You since the beginning; July 24, 2007. The site started out with one or two visitors a day therefore I wanted to quit, but thanks to these peoples specifically; Drew, Emma and Ngo4k3 that kept me going. If it wasn’t for those supporters this site would have closed down and died last year. Now that the site have blossom and grown into a successful Thuy Nga community site. I’m one happy administer!

For the one year anniversary of Entertaining You I kept thinking how I could make it grand, exciting, and special. Even to the point that I wanted to change server and a new look about the site. However, because of the reasons mentioned above I just wanted to write a deep intimate thought about the site for you fans. Yes! It’s not the most intruding thing, but at least you guys can know how I feel about the success of Entertaining You.

Right at the moment I’m very happy with the site position and how many visitors that the site has gotten over the one year period. Right now Entertaining You is rank 532,968 in the United State which is a pretty good number for its first year. However, I want it to be in the top 500,000 site by next year and then keep moving closer and closer to the top 100,000 site. You guys will support and help me achieve this goal right? In other country like France and Canada I rank 165,561 and 177,101. These are phenomenal numbers for its first year, but I would still like to climb higher to the top.

As you can see the layout includes some of the past layout from the first site and the second. I guess I wanted to do that to represent how the site has grown and develop. I don’t want to make this all long and boring so I would like to stop here with a thank you for the support!

11:48 AM