As the holiday season approaches, What’s Going On has got you covered when it comes to gifts for the music enthusiasts and vinyl collectors in your life. The highly-anticipated 2LP vinyl release of Canadian pop superstar Nelly Furtado‘s iconic 2006 album Loose is out now via IGA/UMe/Universal Music Canada. This timeless masterpiece of mid-2000s pop, celebrated for its fusion of club sounds, shades of electroclash, slick R&B production, and world music influences, has been remastered and packaged in a deluxe vinyl edition that promises to transport fans back to the halcyon days of its initial release while introducing a new generation to Furtado’s musical magic.
Released at a curious point in Furtado’s career, Loose marked a significant departure from the worldbeat-infused folk-pop that made the Victoria, BC-born singer-songwriter a star, showcasing a more audacious, sexy, and bombastic centrist-pop side of the artist. The album served up chart-topping hits like “Promiscuous,” “Maneater,” and “Say It Right,” earning Furtado both critical acclaim and a spot as one of the moment’s top women in pop alongside contemporaries like Fergie and Gwen Stefani. Now, with the 2LP vinyl release, fans can experience the album’s sonic soundscapes and infectious melodies in a format that adds a layer of nostalgia and authenticity to the listening experience.
The decision to release Loose on vinyl speaks not just to the continued resurgence of the format but also to the enduring millennial fan support of the Canadian pop superstar. Engineer Dennis “Roc” Jones used the album’s original master files for this new vinyl release. Hardcore music heads will appreciate the warmth and depth of the vinyl remastering with the treatment showcasing the nuances of Furtado’s vocals, the saucy energy, and the cutting-edge production handled largely by Timbaland and Danja that made the original release a global smash.
The packaging of the vinyl release is a work of art in itself. Featuring a gatefold sleeve cover adorned with the original striking artwork, the Loose vinyl also doubles as an eye-catching art piece. Fans will also find themselves impressed by the Limited Edition that comes on exclusive red and white colored vinyl. It’s not just a record; it’s a collector’s item that pays homage to one of the defining moments in modern Canadian pop music history.
Whether you’re shopping for the major vinyl collector in your life or introducing someone to the pop prowess of Nelly Furtado, Loose makes for a great music gift for the holidays and will truly be the gift that keeps on giving with every listen.
You can purchase the 2LP vinyl of Nelly Furtado’s Loose here.
Loose Tracklisting:
Side 1
Afraid (Feat. Attitude)
Maneater
Promiscuous (Feat. Timbaland)
Side 2
Glow
Showtime
No Hay Iqual
Side 3
Te Busque (Feat. Juanes)
Say It Right
Do It
Side 4
In God’s Hands
Wait For You
All Good Things (Come To An End)
Te Busque – Spanish Version (Feat. Juanes)**
** Bonus track
You can order Loose from Nelly Furtado here.
