Album Reviews

Mika Nakashima

`No More Rules'

(SonyBMG)

J-pop diva Mika Nakashima has just released a compilation of 15 songs that have been used in TV commercials for Japanese cosmetics line Kanebo Kate. Nakashima doesn't just sing the songs, but also appears in the commercials as a model for the brand's funky make-up colors.

``Game,'' a catchy dance track, is the latest song to be used for the Kanebo campaign. Her deep husky voice is well suited for the diverse pop, jazz, dance and rock tunes that have helped sell thousands of lipsticks and eyeliners in the last seven years. Also included in the album are ``Heaven on Earth,'' ``My Sugar Cat'' and ``Black & Blue.''

-Cathy Rose A. Garcia

Various Artists

`Baby EQ Series'

(Universal Music)

In recent years, much has been reported about the importance of developing a child's emotional quotient (EQ), or his or her ability to manage emotions and deal with others. Some experts believe music is crucial in stimulating a child's EQ.

The Baby EQ series introduced four albums featuring lullaby versions of hit songs by U2, Madonna, Elton John and Sting & The Police. Babies and parents alike will be able to relax while listening to the music box-like strains of The Police's ``Message in a Bottle," or Madonna's ``La Isla Bonita." The CD comes with a photo album in which parents can put photos of their newborn baby.

-Cathy Rose A. Garcia

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