Pop music cannot exist on pretty faces alone. As the '90s began to wind down, we saw a number of attractive female artists who, let's face it, had the "look" but not much talent to give them depth.
When you see the album cover of Nalika's self-titled CD single (http://www.nalika.co.uk), you might be tempted to place her in that category, or at least judge her before playing the disc. After all, she is a stunner with an exotic loveliness that is adores the camera. But don't judge her by that.
Instead, listen the CD. This is a woman who can sing; her silky smooth harmonies on "Still On Your Mind" are quite affecting. She exudes passion amidst the slick arrangements. The indie purist inside of me would love to her that voice in an unplugged setting, perhaps with just an acoustic guitar. Nevertheless, her vocals glide well with the electric R&B groove and '80s-styled synthesizers.
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"Up To You" increases the energy level with a thumping techno backbeat while the soulful "Love Song" slows the rhythm down again, allowing Nalika's luscious voice to woo us once again.
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