t.A.T.u. - 200 km/h in the Wrong Lane (2002/2012) [iTunes Plus]

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(t.A.T.u. – 200 KM/H In the Wrong Lane (10th Anniversary Edition)

t.A.T.u. – 200 km/h in the wrong Lane. NAS NE DAGONIAT!! Russian duo consisting of Julia Volkova & Lena Katina, gained astonishing world success with the release of their sophomore album, 200km/h in the wrong Lane. With an also prosperous Russian debut album, t.A.T.u. where now on a difficult mission to chase the gold worldwide, manufacturing an English album after their following accomplishments with their 1^st release, 200 po Vstrechnoy. 200 km/h in the wrong lane, calls attention to such topics as love, desire, disobedience etc. and also dismantled many conflictful barriers that society has in terms of sexuality. Since mostly all of the tracks were translated into English from their previous album, the production on this album I feel was a huge upgrade comparing it to their past album. This one is topped off with more energetic rock, synth-pop and even some electronic elements. Like in Russia, “All the Things She Said” was a huge success in the US. With a catchy chorus like that, it damn well deserves to be my next ringtone for my cellular device. The release of the video gained heavy attention around the globe when both members exchanged lips on national television. This hadn’t been done and was mimicked by legendary pop artist, Madonna years later. “Not Gonna Get Us”, is the second track on this album.The song clarifies an undeniable love not comprehended by peers and foreigners. The track also has a euro-dance feel blended with dark guitar bass lines. “Show Me Love”, is again another hypnotic banger with a nice memorable chorus and very emotional vocals that were conveyed by both Julia & Lena. Around the middle of the record, a familiar track called “How Soon Is Now”, makes its way and stands out from the rest of the glossy tracks. It appears to be a cover of The Smiths – How soon Is Now, and is certainly not bad as I expected it to be with all of the covers that the song has. Malchik Gay, translated to “Gay Boy”, is a dope track about a girl who shows affections towards a sweet, tender gay boy who is unfortunately to their luck is already committed to another boy. This version is refined and is a little more pop and slower sounded while the Russian version from the previous album I enjoy better since it's produced with a more uplifting feel and way faster beat. Coming to an end, this album sadly was t.A.T.u’s only important record out of their homeland. Julia later became pregnant which lead fans to heavily question if the pop duo were really lesbians or not. Turns out it was all marketing strategies organized by their record label to boost sales. Nonetheless, this duo will never be duplicated for the heavy impact they contributed in terms of pop, image, and of course rebellion. Give this record a spin plz! I promise you it'll be worth it!! 

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