Kiss Me (single)
Artist: Sixpence None the
Richer
Label: Squint
Time: 4 tracks/13:51minutes
In a rare move for the Christian music marketplace, Sixpence None
the Richer has put out not only a single but a single with both a B-side
and a previously rare bonus track.
Also uncharacteristic of all marketplaces, the B-side is really good.
Starting off with the radio remix of "Kiss Me," which I find more enjoyable
then the original, the single seems just like any other single, with a
remix and an original version of the song, which happens to be the second
track. The radio remix contains a fuller sound than the original, with
some additional echoes on the chorus and other added layers to the sound.
"Kiss Me" is a classic pop song about a true love relationship that anyone
who has been in love will be able to identify with.
But the real gems on this release are the second half. "Sad but
True" highlights Leigh Nash's angelic voice over crunch guitars and has
a little more gusto than "Kiss Me." Originally on the limited edition vinyl
release of the self-titled album, "Sad but True" has a storng rock sound
that is a real contrast to "Kiss Me." The final track is a live version
of "Kiss Me" where cello is a nice addition that really rounds out the
song.
This release is a worthy addition to the collection of any fan of
Sixpence None the Richer and hopefully the start of a trend in Christian
music that will last longer then ska or swing. A fan is always looking
for more, and singles give an artist a chance to give back to the fan by
releasing rare items as B-sides.
By Aaron Bell (2/20/99)
