We were sent a copy of Justin Fletcher’s new album ‘Hands Up’ to review. Ollie, aged 3, is a big fan of Justin’s, and having seen him perform his single ‘Hands Up’ live at The Capitol Theatre, Horsham, on his live tour, we were very excited to hear the rest of the album.
The album includes original nursery rhymes but accompanied by a more modern dance beat, and added with Justin’s usual comedic character and affectations provides big appeal to children and parents alike. Well known songs include ‘The Hokey Cokey’, ‘Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes’ and ‘The Wheels on the Bus’. There are also new songs, including ‘Hands Up’, ‘The Sailor’s Lament’ and ‘Justin’s Lullaby’.
The album is a big hit with Ollie who has been dancing round the living room to it ever since it arrived. Even his 10 month old baby sister was busy shaking away with her maracas, and Ollie also managed to get nanny dancing around too.
We really hope there will be a DVD to accompany the CD as Ollie has been dancing to the ‘Hands Up’ video ever since its release and now does a fantastic Justin impression.
It would also be great if Justin continued to produce singles like ‘Hands Up’ as it is fantastic to have children’s music with a more dance like beat. Not only does it make it easier for parents, who will undoubtedly have to listen to it constantly, but will wear out many energetic children and make those very boring long car journeys far more interesting. Further, if you are feeling energetic yourselves, it provides a fantastic workout for parents!
Justin Fletcher’s new album ‘Hands Up’ is released on 5th March 2012.
Disclosure: We were given a copy Justin’s album to review, and all opinions are honest and my own.
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