Larkin McLean: Reviews

Larkin McLean has produced a sparkler of a debut album, X-rated Musical. McLean has written a batch of songs that speak of love, lust, relationships and flat out sex in a provacative, no nonsense language that is a refreshing change from the dumbed down sex talk gumming up the pop charts these days. Larkin McLean's talent is fully realized on X-rated Musical and I only hope there's more where this came from.

She pulls you in with a sultry voice you feel you know, only to whipser something you never expected with a delivery that says, she knows something you don't, but wants to tell if you'll let her. But the story wouldn't end there. Though its clearly a lot of fun, it would be superficial to dismiss this as simply lounge as there's a lot more going on. It's too unique and there's a definite island feel to everything, regardless of the chosen groove it's set to. It's music to have a hip weekend in the Bahamas or Bermuda by. The sex and relationship material is all taken from (someone's) reality but is good-natured and she leaves you with no doubt that it could happen to you. Along with the tongue-in-cheekiness, there's a cool, funky kind of kitsch happening as Larkin's voice is ever present to cajole, inflame and inspire desire, but after all, that's what this collection is all about.

Larkin McLean continues to AMAZE with her latest effort, X-Rated Musical. Larkin's song writing talent combined with her sultry, enveloping voice makes this cd a must have in every collection. Don't delay. You won't be disappointed!

Sure, there are mentions of love and sex, but they're really done with a bit of a wink and a smile, as compared with being sexy, steamy, sultry songs themselves. Larkin's voice is very pleasant and full of whimsy, and the tunes are produced in a very simple way.

Larkin McLean sounds as she was just pulled from the set of Chicago. Yet, to label her as a lounge lizard would be shameful. Her raspy, sweet voice is easy to listen to, while her lyrics are a surprise.

Hot and sultry vocals against a bossa nova and jazz background tell the age old story about lust and love and sex and everything between. Sensuous lyrics that are told with breathy and wispy vocals will titillate your inner sensuality. Soulful jazz blues that are fit for lounges or hipster living rooms. And despite the title this isn’t a vulgar album whatsoever—unless you’re too much of a prude to a beautiful lady in her underwear. I like the Tahitian influences that popped up on a couple of the tracks.

A talented chanteuse who is arriving in time to freshen up a wilting musical spectrum.

There is a definite theatrical aspect to this music. I feel like it is something I want to see performed live in a dark club with a martini in front of me. The songs range from peppy silly to sevy and sultry, but all in the same style. McLean's voice is perfect for this genre. It's lovely.