Diva

hose expecting Annie Lennox to come out full-guns-blazing for her solo debut, Diva, with the high energy electro-Europop-meets-American- R&B of her Eurythmics work may have to wind their pacemakers down a notch. The enigmatic vocalist who made a career toying with different notions of gender plays on the concept of fame here -- Lennox dresses up in the persona of a solitary Diva trapped by counterfeit glory. The framework offers an effective stage for Lennox's husky voice, showcasing her as much more of a chanteuse than in the past. But the music is strangely muted and understated. In fact, the album almost works best as one integrated mood piece rather than a collection of individual songs. While Lennox succeeds in carving out a personality distinct from her Eurythmics days with Diva, one can't help but crave a shot of former partner Dave Stewart's musical muscle. (www.allmusic.com)

1. Why 4:54
2. Walking On Broken Glass 4:13
3. Precious 5:08
4. Legend In My Living Room 3:45
5. Cold 4:22
6. Money Can't Buy It 4:58
7. Little Bird 4:49
8. Primitive 4:16
9. Stay By Me 6:28
10. The Gift 4:53
11. Keep Young And Beautiful 2:19