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Perhaps no female group marketed out of Nashville is as puzzling as Shedaisy, the Mormon siblings who named their trio after an American Indian word for "my sisters." Wrongfully compared to the banjo-and-fiddle-driven Dixie Chicks upon the release of their debut album, The Whole Shebang, in 1999, the Osborns emerge on this follow-up in all their full-blown poppiness, leaving not only the Chicks behind, but also such vaguely country performers as Faith Hill and Martina McBride. Far more beat-heavy and rhythm-based than the album that produced the hit "Little Good-Byes," Knock on the Sky showcases more of their impressively intricate harmony vocals and attitude ("Get Over Yourself"), the latter finding more in common with Britney Spears and her ilk than any Nashville counterparts. It says a lot that Richard Marx shares a writing credit with chief songsmith, Kristyn, on one of the album's most memorable and melodic tunes, "All Over You." But while much of the program gets the blood pumping, the majority of songs have the depth of a birdbath, and often sound constructed, not written, with a reliance on hokey sound effects such as a scanning radio dial and a not-too-credible tent-revival preacher. Granted, Shedaisy court the younger audience, but why should a teenager settle for mere grooves and harmony, no matter how skillfully it's layered? --Alanna Nash

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SHeDAISY try something new..

Why wasn't this more Popular exactly?

BORING

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Knock on the Wonderful

Knock on the Sky
Shedaisy
Manufacturer: Lyric Street
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

General | Country | Styles | Music
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ASIN: B000068OO5
Release Date: 2002-06-25

Tracks:

Mine All Mine
I'm Lit
Man Goin' Down
Get Over Yourself
Rush
I Wish I Were The Rain
Repent
Everybody Wants You
Now
All Over You
The First To Let Go
Turn Me On
Keep Me

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Perhaps no female group marketed out of Nashville is as puzzling as Shedaisy, the Mormon siblings who named their trio after an American Indian word for "my sisters." Wrongfully compared to the banjo-and-fiddle-driven Dixie Chicks upon the release of their debut album, The Whole Shebang, in 1999, the Osborns emerge on this follow-up in all their full-blown poppiness, leaving not only the Chicks behind, but also such vaguely country performers as Faith Hill and Martina McBride. Far more beat-heavy and rhythm-based than the album that produced the hit "Little Good-Byes," Knock on the Sky showcases more of their impressively intricate harmony vocals and attitude ("Get Over Yourself"), the latter finding more in common with Britney Spears and her ilk than any Nashville counterparts. It says a lot that Richard Marx shares a writing credit with chief songsmith, Kristyn, on one of the album's most memorable and melodic tunes, "All Over You." But while much of the program gets the blood pumping, the majority of songs have the depth of a birdbath, and often sound constructed, not written, with a reliance on hokey sound effects such as a scanning radio dial and a not-too-credible tent-revival preacher. Granted, Shedaisy court the younger audience, but why should a teenager settle for mere grooves and harmony, no matter how skillfully it's layered? --Alanna Nash

Customer Reviews:

SHeDAISY try something new.........2007-06-17

The start of this cd, "Mine all Mine", is a beautiful song to begin with.. however it's very different from their previous stuff, with lines such as "it's been a long night chasing ghosts" and "But the chance has come and gone". It's clear that this album is about regrets, missed chances and heartbreak. However, there are a few funny, tounge in cheek songs, such as "Get over yourself", and "Man goin' down". The best songs on this album are ones that talk of feeling "the rush of love" (Rush), "Seductive highs, destructive lows" (I wish I were the rain), and "'Cause there's no resolution Or clear cut conclusion" (The First To Let Go). SHeDAISY try something different here, and while it works on some songs like "Rush", "Mine all Mine", "I wish I were the Rain", "Keep Me", and "The First to let go", the other songs are not up to par. However this is a must-have album for any SHeDAISY fan. It's raw and heartachely beautiful.

Why wasn't this more Popular exactly?.......2006-10-31

SHeDAISY's first album, "The Whole SHeBANG" was incredibly popular but this one wasn't.. They called this their "experimentation" (or something close to that) album.. it turned out good! But I guess people weren't liking the Pop sound it had to it and I think a lot of people were turned off by the Remix CD they made of The Whole SheBang. I don't understand why this wasn't more popular, especially after The Whole Shebang was such a smash debut album.

My two favorite songs on this CD are "I'm Lit" and "Get Over Yourself". The rest of the songs are excellent except for "Rush" and "I wish I were the Rain" (they are good, but not overly great) but I can listen to every song on this album because Kassidy has such a awesome voice and Kelsi and Krystyn have such good harmonies with her. This CD, like every other SHeDAISY CD/Song, is a winner!

Also, FIRST TO LET GO is a GREAT GREAT song!

BORING.......2006-05-28

Shedaisy does NOT have the staying power. In a few years everyone will be saying "Shedaisy WHO?" Their music is very forgettable!

Give knock a chance.......2004-11-17

I'm a huge Shedaisy fan, and I had very high hopes for this cd and when I bought it I was not disappointed! I know that the reviews it has had said it was awful but I really don't see where they got that from, every song on the cd is beautifully written and performed. I gave it a chance and I love it.

Knock on the Wonderful.......2004-05-05

Had anyone told me two years ago when this album came out how impressive it was, I would have been right in line at my local Best Buy to purchase it. But in the days of technological advancements I'm not ashamed to say I downloaded it. But had I actually bought Knock on the Sky I would have branded it as an excellent purchase.

To me, this is one of those albums I can let repeat over and over again. I love each and every song. The thing I think I love most about this album is how strangely ressembles the styles of the Rascal Flatts. Shedaisy may not be twang like most would like, but then again who is these days?

To compare them to any other country act out there, especially the Dixie Chicks, I would say listeners would be disappointed. But if you have an open mind and eclectic ear you will surely enjoy this album.

I love that each song is tailored for their voices and that they actually had a hand in creating this album. How many country acts out there can you say do that? Not many.

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