Having topped the US Top Heatseekers charts, Orianthi's debut album was re-released as Believe (II), with four new songs and another single. Orianthi is reminiscent of Kelly Clarkson: a strong female who alternates seamlessly between pop and hard rock. But she has an edge: she is one of the most amazing guitarists you'll ever hear.
Orianthi, who was chosen by the late Michael Jackson as lead guitarist for his This Is It tour, has been compared to Van Halen - the guitar solos on the album are awesome. Her exquisite licks and riffs are the defining factor.
In the instrumental Highly Strung, Orianthi duels with guitar legend Steve Vai and more than holds her own. The song is an epic musical rock battle, and testament to her guitar skills.
The lyrics are perhaps the biggest letdown. We've all heard these same tired clich?s about love, independence and forgiveness.
From anyone else, Believe would have been nothing more than average. But when Orianthi picks up her guitar, true magic is made.