The tween pop spotlight shone brightly on this lively trio's debut. It didn't hurt that
Jump5
, the last great pop group targeting the 8-12 age group, announced the end of their reign barely a week before
PureNRG
's debut dropped. It may have something to do with the fact that
Norman Miller
,
's manager, also headed up the new group. Singers
Jordan Yates
(14),
Carolyne Meyers
(11), and
Caroline Williams
(12) have what it takes to please the tween crowds, a contagious energy, and their voices are surprisingly fit for the music. The fact that a throwback cover of
"Footloose"
is a perfect fit on this record tells you what kind of album it is -- light-heartedly and playful, exceptionally well produced and catchy, yet still meaningful. A parent's dream come true. ~ Jared Johnson