Showing posts with label R and B. Show all posts
Showing posts with label R and B. Show all posts

Thursday, December 24, 2015

ADELE: 25

Adele released her third studio album on November 20th 2015. This album sold over 3.38 copies in it's first week shattering records in multiple countries. There is so little joy yet so much pain on this album. I go from happy to sad with each track. "I Miss you"  is on of my favorite songs on her album, the flow and the lyrics are incredible. I must say "25" sounds very familiar with heartaches from lovers that broke every promise that was made. I wouldn't say this is a must buy, but if you're a fan of Adele's music you wouldn't be disappointed. I give Adele's "25" 3/5. 

RecommendTracks "Why do you love me", "I Miss You " and" Send My Love".



Saturday, May 16, 2015

Beyonce: Beyoncé

Beyonce released her fifth studio album on December 13, 2013. Beyonce's songs are accompanied by non-linear short film that illustrate the musical concepts conceived during production. Its dark, intimate subject material includes feminist themes of sex, monogamous love and relationship issues, inspired by Beyoncé's desire to assert her full creative freedom. The album sold 828,773 copies worldwide in its first three days of availability, becoming the fastest-selling album in the history of the iTunes Store. This album is my personal favorite and if there's ever any doubt in Beyoncé's work just give this album a listen.  I give Beyoncé album "Beyoncé" 5/5 Mics

Recommended Tracks "XO",  "Pretty Hurts", "Drunk In Love" and "Jealous" 

Tuesday, December 13, 2011

Anthony Hamilton: Back To Love album Review

Anthony Hamilton's "Back To Love" is the seventh album from the 40 year-old soul singer. I heard plenty of songs from Anthony Hamilton in the past, but this is the first time I listened to a complete album from him. While listening to "Back To Love" I got the sense that I was hearing an album from the 90's with Anthony Hamilton's throwback style. One song that I really enjoyed on this album is "Baby Girl" where he tells a story about a young lady who got her life back on track. Although this album has a few good songs I wasn't to please with more than half of them for many reasons. This album don't have many guest appearances in fact, it only has one by R&B artist Keri Hilson and she features on a song called "Never Let Go." I give Anthony Hamilton's "Back To Love" 3/5 Vocal Cords.

Recommended Tracks "Who's Loving You," "I'm Ready," "Pray For Me."

Sunday, December 4, 2011

T-Pain:Revolver Album Review

T-pain returns with his forth solo album revolver, this album debuted at No.25 on the Billboard charts selling 34,000 copies in the first week. Revolver delivers vibrant club-loving songs over a heavy bass thump and searing siren squeak. This album doesn't offer a wide variety of different songs, but most of the songs are ok. One song that stood out on this album is "Best Love Song" where T-Pain and Chris Brown sort of sing a duet. The combination of T-pain's auto tune and Chris Brown didn't go together very well. Overall if your a fan of T-pain's music then you would like this album. Revolver Features artist like Ne-Yo, Lil wayne, Pitbull and more. I give T-Pain's album "Revolver" 2.5/5 Vocal Cords.

Recommended Tracks "5 O'clock," "Turn All The Lights On," and "Rock Bottom."

Wednesday, November 16, 2011

Mary J. Blige: My Life II Review

The queen of R&B drops her tenth album "My Life II" the sequel from her 1994 album My Life. Mary J. Blige’s My Life II…The Journey Continues Act 1 debuted at No. 5 on the Billboard Charts, selling 164,700 in the first week. This album starts off with feel good music for the grown & sexy, including a remarkable remake of  "Ain't Nobody" originally by the legendary Chaka Khan. On the soul side of this album, Mary J did a great job continuing to education the youth and delivering what we are use to hearing which is great inspirational songs. Overall I this is another solid album by Mary J. Blige. This album features artist like Nas, Beyonce, Busta Rhymes and many more. I give Mary J. Blige's "My Life II" 3.5/5 Vocal cords.

Recommended Tracks "Don't Mind," "Mr. Wrong," and "Feel Inside

Monday, November 14, 2011

Rihanna: Talk That Talk Review

Talk That Talk is the sixth solo album from the Barbadian artist Rihanna. This album debuted at No. 3 on the Billboard charts, selling 197,040 in the first week. This may be Rihanna's sixth album but she shows no signs of slowing down. Rihanna shows a little more of her freaky side with songs like "Cockiness (Love It)" and "Birthday Cake" on this album. While listening to "Talk That Talk" I hear much less R&B and way more pop and dance hall music than her previous albums. One song in particular that I really enjoyed is "Drunk On Love" because of the powerful words. It's not much negative to say about this album except of the small variety of songs. Overall this is a good album from Def Jam Recording artist Rihanna. This album has guest appearances by Calvin Harris and Jay-z. I give Rihanna's "Talk That Talk" 3.5/5 Vocal Cords.


Recommended Tracks "Drunk On Love," "You Da One," and "We All Want Love."

Tuesday, November 1, 2011

Justin Bieber: Under The Mistletoe Review

Under The Mistletoe debuted at No.1 on the Billboard Charts, selling 210,000 copies in its first week. Young pop artist Justin Bieber releases his second album Under The Mistletoe. This is Justin Bieber first Christmas album and I imagine that it would be on every teens Christmas list. Various Celebrities appear on this album including a brilliant duet with none other than Mariah Carey. This album isn't any greater than any other Christmas albums but it's definitely up there. I was surprised to know that Justin Beiber did a lot of writing on this album, I guess he really wanted to please his fans. This album has guest appearances by Usher, Busta Rhymes, Boyz 2 Men and many more. I give Justin Beiber's "Under The Mistletoe" 4/5 Vocal cords.

Recommended Tracks "Pray," "All I want For Christmas Is You," and "Mistletoe."

Monday, October 31, 2011

Fastlife: Joe Jonas Album Review


Fastlife is the first solo album from Pop/R&B artist Joe Jonas. This album debuted at No. 15 on the billboard charts, selling 18,000 copies in its first week. I'm not sure what Joe Jonas was trying to achieve with this album but whatever it was he didn't. While listening to this album I couldn't help wanting to press the fast forward button. However there are three or four songs that's worth a second listen. I give Joe Jonas album "FastLife" 1.5/5

Recommended Tracks "See No More," and "Just In Love."

Sunday, October 30, 2011

Lloyd: King Of Hearts Album Review

 R&B artist Lloyd drops his fourth album King Of Hearts. This album debuted at number ten on the billboard charts, selling 26,000 copies in its first week. King Of Hearts exceeded my expectations with the number of great songs it has. This isn't your ordinary Lloyd album, it's a step above the rest. Almost every song on King Of Hearts is replay-able from the slow songs to the club bangers. Lloyd deserve a lot of credit for this album. King Of Hearts has guest appearances by Trey Songz, Young Jeezy, R.Kelly and more. I give Lloyd's "King Of Hearts" 4/5 Vocal Cords.

Recommended Tracks "Naked," "Be The One," and "Jigsaw."

Rihanna: Loud Album Review

On November 12th, 2010 Rihanna drops her fifth album Loud on Def Jam Records. This album debuted at No. 3 on the billboard charts, selling 207,000 copies in its first week. Loud has several different genres of music from pop, R&b, to reggae. Rihanna shows bit of a evil side mixed with innocence on this album with songs like "What's My Name?" and "Man Down." Overall this is a solid album and possibly one of her best. This album has guest appearances from Drake, Nicki Minaj and Eminem. I give Rihanna's album "Loud" 3.5/5 Vocal Cords.


Recommended Tracks "What's My Name?," "Love The Way You Lie(Part 2)" and "Cheers."

Saturday, October 29, 2011

Jennifer Hudson: I Remember Me Album Review

I Remember Me is the second album from R&B artist Jennifer Hudson. This album debuted at No. 2 on the Billboards charts, selling 165,000 copies in its first week. We all know without question Jennifer Hudson can sing, so now all we need is good music. I Remember Me is a pretty decent album, not bad but not good. Some of the songs Jennifer Hudson chose to sing didn't fit for her voice. I must say this album is much better than her previous album. This album doesn't have any guest appearances. I give Jennifer Hudson "I Remember Me" 3/5 Vocal Cords.

Recommended Tracks "Why Is It So Hard," "Where You At," and "Believe."

Friday, October 28, 2011

Chrisette Michele: Let Freedom Reign Album Review

Let Freedom Reign is Christette Michele third album on Def Jam Records. This album debuted at No. 25 on the billboard charts, selling 42,000 copies in its first week. Christette Michele has a beautiful voice and she displays it on this CD. Let Freedom Reign has a more up tempo feel than any other of Christette Michele albums. One of my Favorite songs from this album is "Goodbye Game" for many reason and one being the statement. Let Freedom Reign is a good album and I feel Christette Michele should get more exposure for her work. This album Features artist such as Talib kweil, Black Thoughts and Rick Ross. I give Christette Michele "Let Freedom Reign" 3.5/5 Vocal Cords

Recommended Tracks "So In Love" "Goodbye Game," and "I'm A Star."

Wednesday, October 26, 2011

Kelly Rowland: Here I Am Album Review

Here I Am is the third solo album from R&B artist Kelly Rowland. This Album debuted at No. 3 on the charts, selling 76,339 copies in its first week. The single "Motivation" from this album is what lead up to me going out to support it. Here I Am didn't sound like an album but more like a demo. After listening to the CD it left me scratching my head. The bottom line is, this album isn't worth a second or third listen. Here I Am features artist such as Lil Wayne, Big Sean and Nelly. I give Kelly Rowland's "Here I Am" 2/5 Vocal Cords.

Recommended Track "Motivation," "Lay It On Me," and "All of the Night."

Trey Songz: Passion, Pain & Pleasure Album Review

Trey Songz drops his fourth album "Passion, Pain & Pleasure" that debuted at No. 2 on the billboard charts, selling 240,000 copies in the first week. A lot of people say all Trey Songz talks about is sex, but this album kept me entertained from start to finish. This Album isn't anything spectacular but it's a good solid album from Trey Songz. Passion, Pain & Pleasure Features artist such as Nicki Minaj and Drake. I give Trey Songz "Passion, Pain & Pleasure" 3.5/5 Vocal Cords.

Recommended Tracks "Can't Be Friends," "Bottoms Up," and "Made To Be Together."

Sunday, October 23, 2011

Chris Brown: F.A.M.E Album Review

On march 18, 2011, Chris Brown released his fourth studio album F.A.M.E. The album debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 charts, selling 270,000 copies its first week. Chris Brown's album F.A.M.E has a lot of dance music as well as baby making music. The album has a great vibe to it and left me impressed. This album features many artist such as Ludacris, Lil Wayne, and Tyga. I give Chris Brown "F.A.M.E" 3.5/5 Vocal Cords.

Recommended Tracks "Look At Me Now," "Wet The Bed," and "Deuces."

Alicia Keys: The Element of Freedom Album Review

R&B artist Alicia Keys releases her fourth album titled "The Element of Freedom." The album debuted at No. 2 on the billboards 200 charts, selling 417,000 copies in its first week. This album is truly a work of art and possibly one of her best albums yet. This album has plenty of inspirational songs that everyone can relate to. The Element of Freedom has guest appearances by Drake and Beyonce. I give Alicia Keys "The Element of Freedom" 4/5 vocal cords.


Recommended Tracks "Unthinkable(I'm Ready)," "How It Feels to Fly," and "Try Sleeping With a Broken Heart."

Friday, October 21, 2011

Beyonce: 4 Album Review

Beyonce drops her fourth solo album and simply titles it 4. Her last three albums were successful and this one is no exception debuting at No. 1. I feel Beyonce experimented with this album and wanted to do something different for her fans. While listening to this album I was unsure where Beyonce was going with this. It took a few extra listens to get use to her new sound but I must say I enjoyed this album. Beyonce's album 4 features artist such as Andre 3000, and Kanye West. I give Beyonce's album "4" 3.5/5 Vocal Cords.

Recommended Tracks "1+1," "Best Thing I Never Had," and "Start Over."