Inspired by my home-skillets that are interested in some tunes other than the heavy rotated and formulaic ...um err creations pumping on the popular "urban" radio stations, I've decided to make my first post ever musically liberating! Liberated from the ordinary and a bit of a dab into some lesser known items. During a discussion yesterday, some of my pals said they were interested in sampling some music so that they can be more aware of artists that are quite frankly slept on. For every Amy Winehouse there is an equally talented Sharon Jones. So for the first entry I've decided to share the tunes I am listening to. Sweating them if you will. Since this is my first post, I'm just gonna slap some links on here a few tracks. I am not trying to keep any truly talented artists from eating so I will only give out tracks to encourage folks to go out and support them.
Sharon Jones - Be Easy
Very old school & bluesy. She reminds me of several ladies from the Baptist church I grew up in who can belt out Blessed Assurance. She uses the same band that backed Amy Winehouse. Heavy on the horns.Ledisi - In the Morning Now, if you haven't heard of Ledisi, I have no words for you, homey. She is the truth. A real vocalist. This latest album is her breakthrough in to mainstream recognition though she's been around for a minute. This is one of my FAVORITE tracks from her latest album. Lost & Found. If you like Jill Scott, Syleena Johnson, Keyshia Coles, Angie Stone, etc.... you will have an appreciation for her talent.
Algebra Blessett - At this Time, Tug of War Ok, this is her first album (Purpose) & currently I am sweating her talent. Her tracks are in heavy rotation in my ride, at work and on my mp3 player at the gym. Beautiful voice. Reminds me of India Arie. Atlanta native and I simply am a fan....what else can I say?
Alice Smith - Love Endeavor
This lady just reminds me of seventies cool. Don't know why but it is very laid back and easy going.
Estelle - You Are
Dare I say her album is going to be hot. It drops in two days and she is a much needed refreshment to today's R&B/Soul music. This track is a nice duet with John Legend.
Gnarls Barkley - Whose Gonna Save My Soul
Latest from the far out duo....this is my favorite track at this time from the CD. Got to LOVE Cee-Lo!
OK there are some tracks are not necessarily new ...as in not within the last 12 months, BUT, they are new to me! I enjoy discovering new/old stuff. Except when the production is too dated.
Kevin Micheal - We All Want the Same Things
Nice chill track. Kevin has a high as hell voice but it is interstin g and he uses all his vocal abilities on this track.
Dave Ghetto - Struggle
Hip hop track with some nice vocals from Yahzarah. This dud has a nice flow....to me. Though I must state my disclaimer as I am not a hip hop/rap expert but I know what I like! This I like!
Van Hunt - Mean Sleep
I mean what can I say. Vant Hunt's prince inspired artistic style is much appreciated over some other artists who merely do a cheap prince imitation with guitar licks blaring in the background and everyone yells, "He is sexy like Prince!" I actually heard a DJ comparing The Dream to prince when describing the "hit" single falsetto made me sick. If you want an artist that is unique in his own right while reminiscent of THE ARTIST then this guy does it. This is a mellow duet with Nikka Costa (chick with the like a feather song from a few year's back).
Esthero - Gone
Since I am a huge fan of Cee-Lo, I actually only found this song because he was featured on it. This selection was a pleasant surprise as all I really knew of Esthero was that she was featured on a Black Eye Peas single (pre-Fergie) some years back. She has a melodic and easy voice that fits nicely.
Okay, this does it for my first post. Enjoy & look for future evolution!
Peace Out!
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