It is a voice like hers and music like this that reminds me that beauty exists and is still being born today. The current cultural incubator may seem incapable of nurturing it, but Not Too Late is the proof. Is it better than her other two albums? Is it the best album of 2007? I can't think of anything less relevant, and no one is more surprised by that than me.
You have read what I have to say about the album. Are you interested in hearing what Norah has to say about it? Are you interested in seeing what Norah thinks about it? Then you should check out the five-part video podcast.
Article comments
1 - Mat Brewster
What a treat to read this after that pile of dung posting as a springsteen review.
It is a beautiful album. I loved it from first listen, but it continues to grow on me with repeat.
2 - DJRadiohead
Sir Brewster, I am in agreement with you on all counts.
The album has grown on me since its release. There really is not a song I don't like.
But be honest, you only checked in for the pictures. haha
3 - Mat Brewster
Nah man, I read your magazine for the articles, I swear.
4 - Mark Saleski
i don't own my 180g vinyl copy of this yet....but i will.
5 - Baritone
I am an older fogie who also appreciates Norah Jones' music. I came of age listening to 60s and 70s jazz and rock. I know that dates me and most younger people will respond with a major oh, pul-eeze.
But I swear, music, true music, was better then. Musical performance was not primarily a visual experience as it is today. The notion that someone would appear on a stage, sit down to a piano and just play and sing is difficult for some people to imagine. Most of today's popular singers' and groups' music is of only tertiary interest. Of much greater importance is the spectacle. I suppose that has its place, but if the music is bad or lacking in interest, who gives a crap?
I was fortunate to see Laura Nyro in concert a couple of times back in the 70s. Just her voice and a piano. Great stuff.
Norah Jones is one of a few contemporary vocalists who brings that experience back to us.
It's called musicianship. Its called intimacy. How wonderful!
6 - Connie Phillips
Congrats! This article has been forwarded to the Advance.net websites.
7 - DJRadiohead
Baritone, you and I come from different eras but I appreciate your point of view and agree with it so much of it.
These records are timeless, wonderful listens. Thanks for commenting.
Thanks for the forward, Connie.
8 - S. Soukiassian
Thank you for your wonderful review of Norah Jones' new album! I can't believe how some critic think her songs are boring. Norah's music is the epitome of tasteful pop music!
9 - DJRadiohead
Thanks, S. Soukiassian. I spent some time listening to this album again tonight and I feel the same way about it today as I did then. What a marvelous piece of work.