Iyaz – Replay

Review

Iyaz's debut bonanza "Replay" dropped into the musical landscape with a splash on June 4, 2010. The album tiptoed around a potential title clash and opted not to be "My Life," dodging a direct face-off with The Ready Set’s own debut. Instead, Iyaz, under the aegis of mogul J.R. Rotem, brought out this catchy name that does exactly what it threatens—gets you hitting replay. With tracks that zip from the ear-worm "Replay" to the club-ready "So Big," and a guest spot from none other than Flo Rida, the album interjects a lively mix into our playlists.

As for scoring brownie points on the charts, "Replay" didn’t just play in the game—it made some commendable scores, dancing up to number 26 on the UK Albums Chart and a solid number 8 in UK R&B Albums Chart. Beyond the UK, this globetrotter of an album made pit stops in chart territories from Belgium to Japan. Learnt digitally recording by the book at New England Institute of Technology, Iyaz ensures his songs are not just sonic, but nearly cinematic experiences, served up conveniently across various platforms like Amazon Music and Spotify. So whether you're watching the music video for "Solo" or jamming to the deluxe remixes, "Replay" ensures it’s not just heard but remembered. - Chloe