So Many Ways

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Trina, Tamar, and Towanda may not have their older sister Toni's unusual, relaxed sultriness, but they are all fine singers and it's a treat hearing that Braxton sound multiplied by three on the Braxtons' debut album, "So Many Ways." The Braxtons do remake "I'd Still Say Yes" the 1987 Klymaxx hit written by Babyface, but no other melody on the album grabs attention as effectively. Jermaine Dupri comes close on the two songs he wrote and produced. The title track finds the three women crooning about the many ways they can love a man over a tricky, syncopated rhythm pattern, while Dupri's other contribution is an old-fashioned soul ballad about the kind of man a woman could "Take Home to Momma." The album ends with the Braxtons imitating their most obvious role model, Diana Ross, by remaking her 1979 hit, "The Boss." Otherwise, So Many Ways squanders classy singing on formulaic soul material. --Geoffrey Himes

So Many Ways,The Braxtons,Atlantic / Wea,Pop,R&B,Soul,Soul/Reggae/Rhythm & Blues,Urban

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Average customer rating: Ultimate in Smooth Jazz

So Many Ways Oli Silk Manufacturer: Trippin & Rhythm ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Jazz | Styles | Music Smooth Jazz | Jazz | Styles | Music Similar Items: Babysoul Ready to Play Born 2 Groove Stay with Me Crystal City ASIN: B000P29B7Q Release Date: 2006-08-08

Tracks:

1. Eve's Song
2. So Many Ways
3. London to L.A. Express
4. Deuces Wild - Jaared,
5. San Carlos Approach
6. Easy Does It
7. Hats Off
8. Summer Fling
9. Lazy Sunday Groove
10. Pen to Paper
11. Rushmoor Caf

Customer Reviews:

Ultimate in Smooth Jazz.......2007-06-27

Oli Silk's new release So Many Ways is a work of art. Pen to Paper is my favorite but the whole cd is great. My wife's response to the cd was if this is his debut cd I can't wait to hear the next one.

Average customer rating: So Many Ways I Love This CD!! A Pleasant Surprise, Two Fold Pretty Solid Debut Album.... Get it for the following track: The Boss

So Many Ways The Braxtons Manufacturer: Atlantic / Wea ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | R&B | Styles | Music General | Soul | R&B | Styles | Music Similar Items: Tamar Jade to the Max Vybe Blackface Tracie ASIN: B000002J8S Release Date: 1996-08-13

Tracks:

1. So Many Ways
2. Slow Flow
3. Only Love
4. I'd Still Say Yes
5. L.A.D.I.
6. Take Home To Momma
7. Where's the Good in Goodbye
8. What Does It Take
9. Girl On The Side
10. In A Special Way
11. Never Say Goodbye
12. The Boss

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Trina, Tamar, and Towanda may not have their older sister Toni's unusual, relaxed sultriness, but they are all fine singers and it's a treat hearing that Braxton sound multiplied by three on the Braxtons' debut album, "So Many Ways." The Braxtons do remake "I'd Still Say Yes" the 1987 Klymaxx hit written by Babyface, but no other melody on the album grabs attention as effectively. Jermaine Dupri comes close on the two songs he wrote and produced. The title track finds the three women crooning about the many ways they can love a man over a tricky, syncopated rhythm pattern, while Dupri's other contribution is an old-fashioned soul ballad about the kind of man a woman could "Take Home to Momma." The album ends with the Braxtons imitating their most obvious role model, Diana Ross, by remaking her 1979 hit, "The Boss." Otherwise, So Many Ways squanders classy singing on formulaic soul material. --Geoffrey Himes

Customer Reviews:

So Many Ways.......2006-09-12

I pulled this disc after catching an episode of 'Starting Over' and seeing Towanda graduate from the program. It sparked my curiosity since I haven't listened to this disc since 1997!

What's not to like about this disc? The Braxtons can definitely sing & harmonize with the best of them but unfortunately not only did they debut at a time when the r&b market was glutted with girl groups but also there is no real standout track on the disc. Although the buzz created by them being Toni Braxton's sisters may have fueled early interest, the lack of really standout material probably stalled interest in any future releases.

This is a mid-tempo and ballad heavy disc which works for The Braxtons' sophisticated smooth groovin' harmonies. It's a well-put together disc in that the songs are spaced correctly so as not to bore the listener, the songs don't really sound dated to me but after listening to it again for the first time in almost 10 years, there still isn't one song that just leapt out and grabbed my attention.

The tracks that I really enjoyed are:

L.A.D.I - loved the entire music arrangement of this track

SO MANY WAYS - interesting vocal breakdown, nice track & it's honestly the only track that could have led off this debut, it's radio friendly and has a nice groove

I'D STILL SAY YES & THE BOSS - both are enjoyable remakes of fairly classic tunes so it was hard for them to "mess up"

IN A SPECIAL WAY - really pretty mid-tempo groove

I'd recommend this disc to people interested in what r&b of the mid to late '90's sounded like. If you enjoy real singers you'll enjoy listening to The Braxtons but the songs are pretty ordinary in comparison to offerings by other groups in the same era.

I Love This CD!!.......2006-03-06

Man listen, I can remember when I had this on cassette...But I lost the tape and now I have it on CD and this is one album that anyone who's really into R&B should have!

A Pleasant Surprise, Two Fold.......2005-11-01

I got this album from winning a radio show contest back in 1996. I got a lot of "unknown" albums in the same contest, but I was intrigued and surprised to know that Toni Braxton had sisters as fine as she was. Originally just happy that these girls were cute, that was the original reason why I opened up the CD case and popped in the CD.

A week later, I finally take the CD out of the player after continuous play. Their voices are beautiful. And, given that I was usually lead by the media including MTV and BET (I was 19 or 20) this album somehow held my attention even though it wasn't popular. Perhaps another reason why I liked it more, the general population didn't know about them, so it was like my little secret. Very good Album. If you can get a copy, trust that you will be pleasantly surprised.

Pretty Solid Debut Album...........2005-08-05

The Braxtons came out about a time when the R&B market was completely flooded with other girl groups (Xscape, Brownstone, TLC, For Real, etc.) and never really got the promotion they really deserved. After releasing a lukewarm single in "So Many Ways", many people forgot about these siblings of superstar Toni Braxton. That's a shame, for this album was one of most overlooked and underrated albums of that time.

This album almost flawlessly blends uptempo dance grooves, witty and innovative remakes, and slow meaningful ballads. Of course, there are a few missteps ("So Many Ways", bad choice for a first single; the boring and uninspiring "Girl On the Side"), but the album consists of some songs that are overlooked.

Check out the Jermaine Dupri-produced "Slow Flow", which thumps along with the New-Jack groove that was still hot at that time. The song is quite reminiscent of Toni Braxton, yet the girls give it their own funk and flair to go along with Dupri's slick beats. Also worth mentioning is the excellent remake of "The Boss", written by none other than Ashford and Simpson (can they ever go wrong?). The girls take a trademark song and definitely make it their own and turn it into a song for the 90s and even the 2000s.

What makes this album work is the girls' distinctive voices and how well they blend. You don't hear one woman singing all of the leads nor do you hear one woman singing all of the background harmonies. Tamar shines on the remake "I'd Still Say Yes", and she has some help from DeMail Burks, who should definitely have an album out! They make the song fresh and new while not taking away from the original. Definitely worth mentioning is "Never Say Goodbye", which gives you a vision of the girls sitting around the piano singing it versus being in the studio. The leads are on point and the harmonies never falter. Also check out the Dupri-penned "Take Home to Momma", which also has some serious harmonies and strong leads from Towanda, and "Where's the Good In Goodbye" which follows the same format.

Without proper promotion, this group faded into limbo. As of late, all three have lended their voices to Toni Braxton's latest albums, Tamar has released her own critically acclaimed album, and Towanda appeared on the show "Starting Over". I'm sure we can get another album out of them in due time. Definitely an album worth checking out...

Get it for the following track: The Boss .......2005-04-27

For years I have been looking for the MAW remix of the Braxton's remake of Diana Ross' "The Boss" because it really is one of the best dance remixes I've heard - I think it came out in late 97' but the fact it was inlcuded in the House Compilation "Soulfuric In The House" is proof that people still love it. The violins are HOT! The sweet vocals on the track are sexy, and I recall the remix being played at only the best and most underground of dance clubs . . . If you can track down the maxi-single of "The Boss" you will not regret it. I've been trying to get it for years. The Braxtons, in my opinion, by choosing to cover this song and having MAW handle it, achieved a relevance and edge that their older sister Toni can be proud of --- and maybe a little envious of --- the fact that people are still talking about the remix YEARS later . . . .

Average customer rating: DELICIOUS! Easy listening Head nodding grooves. So Many Ways by O. Silk Oil Silk

So Many Ways Oli Silk Manufacturer: Trippin 'n Rhythm ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Jazz | Styles | Music Smooth Jazz | Jazz | Styles | Music Similar Items: Metropolis Ready to Play Shine Let It Ride Ultrablue ASIN: B000GJ28KU Release Date: 2006-08-08

Tracks:

1. Eve's Song
2. So Many Ways
3. London To L.A. Express
4. Deuces Wild
5. San Carlos Approach
6. Easy Does It
7. Hats Off
8. Summer Fling
9. Lazy Sunday Groove
10. Ren To Paper
11. Rushmoor Cafe

Customer Reviews:

DELICIOUS!.......2007-04-30

This CD is absolutely fantastic! Many of you may have heard different jazz cuts referred to as tasty; well this CD is delicious! There are several cuts that are smooth, funky, and fun. I obviously like Easy Does it, but I find myself hypnotized by London to L. A. Express. Mr. Silk's jazz offerings are indeed silky. What an album, no wonder it's hard to find. Get this album, it's a must have!

Easy listening.......2007-03-16

This CD is perfect. It's great music for the highway, or just laying back and taking it easy. I love it, waitin g on the next one.

Head nodding grooves........2007-03-10

Over the past 10 years or so, keyboardist Oliver Silk has been laying the groundwork for what promises to be an auspicious release.
Silk first came to our attention here on this side of the Atlantic as one-half of "Sugar & Silk", a creative duo in which he shared star billing with bassist and long time friend Danny Sugar.
They issued a pair of releases in the UK. Silk's name next surfaced in 2004, this time on the debut from sax man James Vargas : Silk was the album's producer, shared in the writing credits, and appeared on all the tracks.
This now sets the stage for Oli's own solo debut on which serves up a lush and simmering brew that is nothing less than quintessential smooth jazz !!
Highly melodic solos highlight delicate melodies over head nodding grooves. Try the vocal "So Many Ways" or the upbeat "Deuces Wild" featuring saxman Jaared.
Standouts are the full-on 80's style Fusion of "San Carlos Approach" and "Rushmoor Café" plus the wickedly soulful version of "Summer Fling".
It's pretty good in its own way, and in what almost seems revolutionary in the modern smooth jazz climate, it doesn't have a cover tune!

So Many Ways by O. Silk.......2007-03-08

This CD is outstanding! You will not be dissapointed.

Oil Silk.......2007-02-02

I heard one song on my satellite radio and had to get the CD. To all jazz and music lovers. This CD is an excellent buy! Order it today! You will be glad you did.

Collins
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Average customer rating: Whole Family Loved It!

So Many Ways To BE Smart Two of a Kind Manufacturer: Magillacutty Music ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Folk | Styles | Music General | Children's Music | Styles | Music Educational | Children's Music | Styles | Music General | Folk | Indie Music | Stores | Music ASIN: B0006ZP41Y Release Date: 2004-12-04

Tracks:

1. Some Rights in this World
2. Do You Want To Be Free?
3. When I'm Strong
4. Book Round
5. I Like a Good Story
6. Everything is Free at the Library
7. I Want it to Snow
8. Cold-Blooded
9. I Wanna Llama
10. Ant Hill Anthem
11. So Many Ways to be Smart
12. Lime Jello Marshmallow Cottage Cheese Surprise
13. When I Say Stop
14. A New Playground
15. One More Sunday
16. I Just Want to Sing Your Name (The Martin Luther King Song)
17. Paz y Libertad
18. Now I'm in the Nuthouse

Album Description

So Many Ways To Be Smart is Two of a Kind's 6th studio recording for children and families. The album is credited to "Two of a Kind and friends", with many musicians helping out, including jazz-fusion group "Kidlogic", a reunion of David's high school group "The Shady Desert Minstrels", and David and Jenny's new group for grow-ups called "What Four".

As with Two of a Kind's previous releases, So Many Ways To Be Smart is very eclectic. There's a funky song about human rights, a song written by Jenks School 4th graders about Harriet Tubman, a hard-rock song about cold-blooded animals, a reggae tune about libraries, an a cappella song about llamas, a bluegrass instrumental, a silly camp song learned from David's grandfather, a round about reading books, a calypso song about multiple intelligences, a cabaret song about lime jello, a peace song in Spanish and many more!

Customer Reviews:

Whole Family Loved It!.......2006-12-20

I am a seller on Amazon and always "seller test" used CDs. On Thanksgiving, my daughter, son-in-law, and my grandsons Jack (6) and Sam (4) drove several hours to celebrate with family, a perfect time to "test" this CD. Not only did we listen to it once, we listened to it over and over again. The songs are catchy and almost all have an important message. We all had our favorite songs and sang along with most. At the end of our trip, my family asked me if they could keep the CD. I've been told they listen to it every morning on the way to school and have yet to grow tired of it or find a replacement. This little "sleeper" CD is absolutely the best children's CD I have listened to in the past two years. I highly recommend it.

Average customer rating: Tasty, Swinging Jazz Fun Feelin' good jazz...

So Many Ways ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Jazz | Styles | Music General | Jazz | Indie Music | Stores | Music ASIN: B00005AROY Release Date: 2001-03-19

Tracks:

1. East Of The Sun
2. I Hear A Rhapsody
3. Ridin' High
4. That's All
5. Happy Feet
6. Just Friends
7. So Many Ways
8. Moonglow
9. Music In The Air
10. Manha De Carnaval
11. Walkin' In The Rain
12. It Had To Be You
13. Tenderly

Album Description

This new CD by Jazz vocalist/ bass player Dennis Raffelock contains 13 songs. The title song 'So Many Ways' (a beautiful love song with a bossa feel) is a Dennis Raffelock original. Both 'Ridin' High' and 'Walkin' In The Rain' were written by Dennis, with lyrics added by Sig Rosenblum. Most of the other tunes are jazz standards except for the obcsure 'Music In The Air', a Gigi Gryce melody with lyrics added by Jon Hendricks, and 'Happy Feet', a classic from the Paul Whitman years, done on this recording with a simulated tap dancing solo by the ever tasteful 'Tootsie' Bean on the drums. Dennis' clear, warm voice is a delight. Even though his vocal quality and style have sometimes been compared to Chet Baker, Mel Torme, Michael Franks and occasionally Nat 'King' Cole, Dennis' voice and singing style are definately and fortunately all his own. He swings effortlessly and his ballad singing will capture your heart and soul. Dennis is one of the very few bass players who can sing (and scat) extremely well while playing solid, musical swinging bass lines. His singing, while always in tune and very musical, exudes warmth and joy. -The Heart Of Jazz

Customer Reviews:

Tasty, Swinging Jazz Fun.......2002-02-14

This is not cerebralized jazz but more the easy swinging, fun and dare I say, 'tasty' performance of standards infectiously sung by Dennis Raffelock (who also plays bass). In contrast to the brilliant but personally rather depressing background of many of the 'greats' these are three mature masters at the peak of their form who can really swing and convey a sense of lght and joy that is too often lacking in other better known artists. While it is not rackety or particularly abrasive, don't expect that you will be able to put this CD on and remain passive. It literally will put a bright ray into your day or evening --- its just not possible to listen to this group and be sad and depressed! You'll just want to jump up for joy or dance.

Tootsie Bean offers the most imaginative drumming you will ever hear. No dramatic 'bang, bang, thank you mam', but always tasteful interesting rhythms and sounds. Wayne Sabella on piano offers great vocal backing and wonderfully inventive solos based more on musical ideas rather than a flash of finger dexterity.

These are three masters who unselfconsciously play like they really have nothing to prove. After long years of experience, they've got it and you will feel that when you hear them.

This album is a sleeper and I'm sure when you are long done listening to the latest innovative recording, you will still have many occassions to want to put this CD on to just feel good all over again.

Feelin' good jazz..........2001-05-18

What a truely enjoyable CD! This is the first jazz CD in my collection. 'So Many Ways' is very up-beat and engaging. Dennis Raffelock radiates a real warmth and feeling in his music. This would be a wonderful addition to any CD collection.

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Many Ways Manufacturer: Lackluster ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music ASIN: B000CA9T6O Release Date: 2002-03-26

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So Many Ways Paul Delicato Manufacturer: Country Roads Ger ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Country | Styles | Music General | Bluegrass | Country | Styles | Music General | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music General | Dance Pop | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Dance & DJ | Imports | Stores | Music Rock | Imports | Stores | Music ASIN: B000084HBJ Release Date: 2003-02-10

Tracks:

1. Is This All There Is to a Honky Tonk
2. Nowhere Bound
3. Lone Star Memory
4. But I Do
5. Gone at Last
6. Ready to Be Your Man
7. Place for Dreamers
8. For Old Time's Sake
9. So Many Ways
10. Ninety to Nothin

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So Many Ways (Remixes) The Braxtons ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | R&B | Styles | Music ASIN: B000JN7HUY

Product Description

Released 1996. Track listing: So Many Ways (Album Version) (3:55) | So Many Ways (Trina's Mix Extended) (5:20) | So Many Ways (Feat. Jay Z Extended) (5:37) | So Many Ways (Tamar's Mix Extended) (4:57) | So Many Ways (Instrumental) (5:17) | So Many Ways (LP Version) (5:14)

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So Many Ways ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD ASIN: B000RY01O4 Release Date: 2007-06-26

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