Music Review

Laundry Service (2001)

Shakira
Reviewed by David Browne | Nov 16, 2001
EW's GRADE
C-

Details Release Date: Nov 13, 2001; Lead Performance: Shakira; Genres: Pop, World

If one were to judge by the single ''Whenever, Wherever,'' with its shameless Latin-pop hook and equally shameless writhing-in-mud video, you'd think this Colombian pop star would be a fireball, a distaff Ricky Martin. You'd be mistaken. Shakira's first English-language album is the ultimate in crossover nightmares. Its wan ska-pop, faux-country ballads, and generic rock barely betray a Spanish accent or any musical heritage. (She can't decide if she wants to sound like Alanis or Shania.) It's enough to incite another anti-WTO rally.

Originally posted Nov 16, 2001 Published in issue #625-626 Nov 16, 2001 Order article reprints
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