Gala
was one of the first
pop
stars to graft a classical Italian outlook onto old-school
acid techno
. With a past including art school and a name taken from
Salvador Dali
's wife, her background contrasted sharply with the
Dubstar
dance-pop
of hits like
"Let a Boy Cry"
and
"Freed from Desire"
as well as her slightly androgynous good looks and flat, nasal singing style.
The Gipsy Kings
'
Tonino Baliardo
appeared on
"Summer Eclipse,"
and the title track is a delightful second summer-of-love jam, but
lacked confidence and range. ~ Dean Carlson