Robbie Williams - New song 'Tripping'

Friends, today is a very special day!!! Robbie William's new song 'Tripping' has gone to radio. For all those who have not heard it yet go to www.whatsyourfuture.com/ and click on 'Inspired' to hear it.

Well, it is certainly a totally new direction for Mr. Williams, quite unlike anything he has done before! He has described it as a 'Mini Gangsta Opera', but to me it sounds more reggae, with a rap a little reminicent of Take That thrown in. Loving the false setter (ph.sp.) sections of the song. the first time I heard it I was in shock and not 100% sure what I thought, but having listened to it numerous times I think it is a masterpeice. There are a lot of different things going on in this track and for most people it wil take them a couple of listens to decide whether or not they like it. I have spoken to a lot of people that hate it. Would love to know what you think...post a comment!

In other pop news, Shannon Noll's 'Shine' is all over our air waves and is bloody awesome! It doesn't sound like Shannon though, all his raspiness is gone. Not sure if this is the result of voice coaching, or just the way he is singing this particular track. I am very keen to hear the album and see what he has come up with!

Other tracks I am digging at the moment include Alex Lloyd's 'Never Meant To Fail' and Pete Murray's 'Better Days'. Both are touring their new albums during September/October. Australian music is going off at the moment! We have so much talent in this country and it is great to see Aussie acts doing well.

Apparently the Backstreet Boys are touring Australia and should be here early next year, can't wait for more details. According to Howie they are hoping to get here "probably end of January, early February." Something to look forward to!

I have the Institute album, 'Distort Yourself' on my desk ready to play. It is the new band for Gavin Rossdale (formerly from Bush, married to Gwen Stefani and had a part in the Keanu Reeve's film 'Constantine'). Should be interesting, I will report back next time! Also, while we are talking Gwen, the word on the street is that 'Love, Angel, Music Baby' will be re-released with a bonus re-mix disc in October. Make a nice Christmas presnt!

Please excuse the fact that I have still not found the spell check on this thing!

Until next time!

Pop Princess xoxox