Toni Braxton - The Ultimate Playist

Usually some of the lesser known, less commercial, songs from an artist are the best. Toni Braxton is alot like that. Whether the songs come from the same album, are a remix, live version or a cover version, this is just what I consider the best 10 works of Toni Braxton. 

• Fairy Tale
• Originally from her 2000, 'The Heat', album, 'Fairy Tale' is an acoustic guitar led song, written by Babyface. The song is brilliant and shows off how gentle her voice can be. 

•  Hurt You (with Babyface)
• Taken from her most recent album, a duet album with Babyface, this song has a great beat and even better lyrics.  

• How Could An Angel Break My Heart
• One of the nicest love songs ever written. The words to this song a amazing and it has the ability to never get old.

• The Time Of Our Lives (with Il Divo)
• While this song has never featured on any official Toni Braxton studio album, it remains one of her best songs. Her voice is amazing in this song and being backed by Il Divo just adds to the greatness. 

• I Wanna Be (Your Baby)
• Another great acoustic guitar led track and again written by Babyface. 

• Yesterday (feat. Trey Songz)
• This is the American version of the song, as the standard edition didn't feature Trey Songz, however I feel that this song is better as a duet. Brilliant words and a brilliant beat. 

•  Woman
• This is a cover of a Delta Goodrem track, but Toni Braxton makes it hers by giving an amazing vocal. This is from her 2010 album, 'Pulse'

• Why Wont You Love Me
• This song is also from her 2010 album, 'Pulse'. It closes the album and does it well. It has a very distinctive sound and is very dark but is a great song.

•  The Little Things
• This is a very rare Toni Braxton song, yet it is one of her best. Originally from her 'Ultimate Toni Braxton' album, this was an unreleased song on the album.  

• Un-Break My Heart (Soul Hex Anthem Vocal Edit) 
• While the album version of this song is amazing, this remix offers something different. Adding an incredible bass beat to the song makes it even more powerful. Some really interesting moments in this version. 

George Michael - The Ultimate Playlist

This is a series of posts where I am putting together the best 10 songs of the chosen artist or band. Whether the songs come from the same album, are a remix, live version or a cover version, this is just what I consider the best 10 works of that person/band.This time its George Michael. 

• Every Other Lover In The World [Kinky Roland Remix]
• This is officially an unreleased song by George Michael, however he has made no secret the song exists. Until now only remixes of the song exist but this one in particular is brilliant.
• The Strangest Thing '97
• This is a reworked version of the 1996 song from the album 'Older'. This version was included on his 'Ladies & Gentlemen: The Best Of George Michael' collection. 
• Waiting For That Day
• I have always loved this song from his 1990 album, 'Listen Without Prejudice'. The song incorporates The Rolling Stones classic, 'You Can't Always Get What You Want'. 
• White Light
• This song has a very dark undertone, but with most of George Michael's works that is when he is at his best. Written about him almost dying, this song has a brilliant club beat and has the ability to be listened to over and over. 
• This Is Not Real Love
• This duet with Mutya was a breath of fresh air when we started getting new music after a a year break and this dark love ballad has always been a favorite of mine.
• I Can't Make You Love Me
• George Michael's cover of the Shamblin/Reid classic is my favorite version of the song. Originally a B-Side to 'Older' in 1996, but later included in his 'Ladies & Gentlemen: The Best Of George Michael' collection.
• Secret Love
• George Michael often gets overlooked for his ability to play Jazz standards. This should change with the release of his 'Symphonica' album later this year. However there are some brilliant standards on his 'Songs From The Last Century' album, from 1999. George Michael has always classed this album as his period where he was finding it hard to write music, however this album of covers masks that completely, and 'Secret Love' shows that he has the ability to sing them very well.
• Outside
• This will always be one of the ultimate George Michael songs purely because of the courage behind the meaning. From 'Ladies & Gentlemen: The Best Of George Michael'. 
• Flawless (Go To The City)
• This is the ultimate 'gay' song. Sampling the brilliant track by The Ones, this song is from George Michael's 'Patience album (2004).
•  You Have Been Loved
• This song from his 1996 album, 'Older'. This song tells an amazing story and deserves to be listened to and concentrated on. 

Kylie Minogue - The Ultimate Playlist

This is the first of a series of posts I am going to do putting together the best 10 songs of the chosen artist or band. Whether the songs come from the same album, are a remix, live version or a cover version, this is just what I consider the best 10 works of that person/band. Starting with Kylie Minogue. 

• Spinning Around [Live, X2008 Tour]
• Taken from her X2008 Tour to promote her 'X' album, this version features elements of the 70's disco hit 'Got To Be Real' by Cheryl Lynn.
• Get Outta My Way
• Taken from her 'Aphrodite' album in 2010. 
• Dancefloor
• Taken from her 2001 album, 'Fever'. This is a very over looked song. She has never performed the song live, which is a shame because its a very good dancing song. 
•  Please Stay
• Taken from her 2000 album, 'Light Years'. This is one of my favorite Kylie songs of all time. It is sometimes performed live, but hasn't been for a while.
• Dangerous Game
• Taken from her lesser known 1994 album, 'Kylie Minogue', 'Dangerous Game' is really Kylie stepping out of her comfort zone and giving a power ballad that shows her voice very well. 
• Better The Devil You Know [Movers & Shakers Alternative 12" Mix]
• This is a remix of her hit originally from her 1990 album, 'Rhythm Of Love'. 
• Put Yourself In My Place
• Taken from her '1994' album, 'Kylie Minogue', this song is rarely performed live, but really works when she does it.  
• Shocked/What Do I Have To Do?/Spinning Around [Everything Taboo Medley] [Live, Showgirl: Homecoming Tour]
• This amazing medley includes excerpts of many songs including 'Finally', 'It's No Secret', 'Give Me Just A Little More Time', 'What Kind Of Fool (Heard All That Before)', 'Step Back In Time' and 'Keep On Pumpin' It' meanwhile showcasing 3 of Kylie's greatest hits.
  
• Hand On Your Heart [Abbey Road Version]
• Originally from her 'Enjoy Yourself' album in 1989, this version completely renews the song and gives it a nice feel that reminds me of Christmas. 
• All I See
• Taken from her 2007 album, 'X'. This is a simple but effective song that gets stuck in your head. This should have been a much bigger hit than it was!