Jackie Thomas (album)

Jackie Thomas
Studio album by Jackie Thomas
Released August 9, 2013 (2013-08-09)
Recorded July 2013, Auckland
Genre Pop
Length 42:12
Label Sony Music New Zealand
Singles from Jackie Thomas
  1. "It's Worth It"
    Released: 22 July 2013

Jackie Thomas is the self-titled debut studio album by Jackie Thomas, the winner of the first New Zealand series of The X Factor, released through Sony Music New Zealand on 9 August 2013.[1] It debuted at number one in the New Zealand album charts and was certified Gold.[2] The album's lead single "It's Worth It" preceded the album's release.

Background

The album was recorded days after Thomas became the winner of the first New Zealand series of The X Factor.[3] The album comprises 12 tracks, 11 of which are cover versions of songs that Thomas originally performed in the live shows of The X Factor. It features her highly praised audition song "Skinny Love".[4] The lead single "It's Worth It" is the album's one original song.[5]

Singles

Following Thomas' win on the first series of The X Factor (New Zealand) on 22 July 2013, her winner's single "It's Worth It" was released for digital download and on CD, and served as the lead single from the album.[6] The song debuted at number one and was certified Platinum.[7] Album track "Skinny Love" also charted at 23.[8]

Response

Professional ratings
Review scores
SourceRating
New Zealand Herald(2.5/5)[5]

In his review in the New Zealand Herald's TimeOut entertainment supplement, music writer Scott Kara described the album as appealing to fans of Jackie Thomas, but noted that, "although Thomas has a great voice, her performances are tentative". Kara singled out the versions of "Skinny Love" and "Dreams" as album highlights.[5]

Track listing

No. TitleWriter(s)Original artist Length
1. "It's Worth It"  Anthony Egizii, David Musumeci, Adam ArgyleJackie Thomas 3:13
2. "Skinny Love"  Justin VernonBon Iver 3:23
3. "Next to Me"  Emeli Sandé, Hugo Chegwin, Harry CrazeEmeli Sandé 3:17
4. "Video Games"  Elizabeth Grant, Justin ParkerLana Del Rey 4:31
5. "Angel"  Sarah McLachlanSarah McLachlan 3:44
6. "Maybe Tomorrow"  Geoff MaddockGoldenhorse 2:56
7. "Son of a Preacher Man"  John Hurley, Ronnie WilkinsDusty Springfield 2:21
8. "Toxic"  Cathy Dennis, Henrik Jonback, Christian Karlsson and Pontus WinnbergBritney Spears 2:38
9. "Dreams"  Stevie NicksFleetwood Mac 4:15
10. "Stay"  Mikky Ekko, Justin ParkerRihanna 4:02
11. "Black Velvet"  David Tyson, Christopher WardAlannah Myles 3:55
12. "Wonderwall"  Noel GallagherOasis 4:02
Total length:
 42:12

Charts and certifications

Charts

Chart (2013) Peak
position
New Zealand Albums Chart[2] 1

Certifications

Region Certificatiom Sales/shipments
New Zealand (RMNZ)[2] Gold 7,500^
^shipments figures based on certification alone

References

  1. ↑ "Jackie Thomas". iTunes. Retrieved 9 August 2013.
  2. 1 2 3 "19 AUGUST 2013". Recorded Music NZ. Retrieved 16 August 2013.
  3. ↑ "AS KIWI AS: JACKIE THOMAS - IT'S WORTH IT". More FM. Retrieved 16 August 2013.
  4. ↑ "Jackie Thomas crowned X Factor winner". Stuff. Retrieved 16 August 2013.
  5. 1 2 3 "Album review: Jackie Thomas, Jackie Thomas". NZ Herald. 15 August 2013. Retrieved 16 August 2013.
  6. ↑ "Jackie Thomas crowned X Factor winner". The Southland Times. Retrieved 9 August 2013.
  7. ↑ "Jackie Thomas Album Out Today; Single Certified Platinum". Scoop. Retrieved 9 August 2013.
  8. ↑ "19 AUGUST 2013". Recorded Music NZ. Retrieved 16 August 2013.
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