You got me pushing imaginary buttons
Step away from me lover, away from me lover
You got me counting imaginary school children
Get away from me lover, away from me lover
Yes I can see that my carpet is animated
Walk away from me lover, away from me lover
Yes I see you open wounds in everyone I’ve dated
Away from me lover, get away from me lover
A new website and a new Artist of the Week! While we were busy bringing the new website to you, I thought I would make a large splash by bringing to you Sia! Sia completes the “Holy Trinity” of female singers for me. The trinity is comprised of Inara George, Norah Jones and Sia, with Katie Costello waiting in the wings. Sia just released her third solo studio album, We Are Born.
In 2000, Sia released her debut album, Healing is Difficult. Her single “Drink to Get Drunk” was a popular hit in the UK but though she experienced some success, it wasn’t the kind of success she had been looking for. Sia burst onto the Indie music scene as a vocalist for the chill group Zero 7. With Zero 7’s production and Sia’s voice, the group put out several hit records. Zero 7 also toured with their vocalists, which included: Sia, Sophie Baker, Tina Dico and Mozez. This was Sia’s first exposure to life on the road. Her songs “Destiny” and “Distractions” are the most recognizable hits for the band.
Sia has recorded tracks on all of Zero 7’s albums to date, making her the only returning vocalist. In 2003, Sia released her album Colour the Small One. I can remember ordering this album as an import from Tower Records and paying almost $25. It wasn’t until two years later that the album got any exposure. The song “Breathe Me” was starting to get radio play and was prominently featured on the last episode of the hit HBO show “Six Feet Under.”
In 2008, Sia released her finest album to date Some People Have Real Problems. This was one of the best albums released that year, and featured the backing vocals of Miss Inara George. This was truly one of the finest albums released that year and pay no attention to the cover of the album. Sia’s quirkiness could be seen in her videos, but her soulful voice carries the album.
In 2009, she was approached by Christina Aguilera to write and record some tracks for her 2010 album Bionic. Four tracks made it onto the album, as well as another track that was recorded by Christina that will be released on a movie soundtrack. Christina called Sia’s songs, “The Heart of the Record.”
In June 2010, Sia released her highly-anticipated album, We Are Born. Although the album is a dramatic change from her “chill” style, it shows off her playful side. Many of Sia’s previous tracks were released with eurodance remixes, and this album contains many of those types of songs that you can dance to. Sia still stuck to her winning formula, including some down tempo tracks.
Sia’s soulful voice will grab anyone’s attention. Her style and look may put some people off, but there is no denying the power that is Sia. Sia will be coming to a town near year to support her new record, so be sure to check her out!
Top 5 Songs
1. Day Too Soon
3. Sunday
4. Buttons
5. The Girl You Lost to Cocaine
Useful Links
Recent HD performance in London
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