Hip Hop + Reggae

1. Press the Button - Mad Cobra

2. Stay Alive [Remix] - Mykal Rose

3. Dream [Remix] - Tony Rebel

4. They Call Them Shim - Bunny General

5. No Vampire [Remix] - Yami Bolo

6. Material Girl [Remix]

7. Can't Mix Them Up - Mr. Vegas

8. Feed the People [Remix] - Luciano

9. Keep Track - Junior Cat

10. Don't Play Me - Worl-A-Girl,

11. Like That - Pinchers

12. All the Gal Dem - Beenie Man

13. Please - Bushman

14. Think for a Minute - Richie Stephens

15. More Love - Thriller U

16. Frontline - Sizzla

17. Up North - Don Juan, Don Juan

18. All the Girls - Spragga Benz

Hip Hop + Reggae,Various Artists,Lightyear,Dancehall,Pop,Ragga,Reggae

Average customer rating: Quite Impressive! Love This CD "say it" Great Sophomore Album! Best

Because Of You Ne-Yo Manufacturer: Def Jam ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | R&B | Styles | Music General | Soul | R&B | Styles | Music General | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music Pop Rap | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music Similar Items: Ain't Nothin' Like Me Double Up Luvanmusiq Special Occasion Street Love ASIN: B000NVL4EW Release Date: 2007-05-01

Tracks:

1. Because Of You
2. Crazy (feat. JAY-Z)
3. Can We Chill
4. Do You
5. Addicted
6. Leaving Tonight (feat. Jennifer Hudson)
7. Ain't Thinking About You
8. Sex With My Ex
9. Angel
10. Make It Work
11. Say It
12. Go On Girl

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Kelly Clarkson, kindly step aside: the title "Because of You" now belongs to Ne-Yo, who has done things with it no one with a pair of hands to clap will soon forget. And not just on the phenomenally appealing first single. Throughout Because of You, the sophomore disc by the songwriter responsible for such monster hits as Beyoncé's "Irreplaceable" and Rihanna's "Unfaithful," a flutter-voiced fluidity--the kind seldom heard since Michael Jackson's Off the Wall days--reigns. Jay-Z makes room to let it rip on "Crazy," and Jennifer Hudson wraps herself around it with restraint on "Leaving Tonight," a lovers' quarrel that could hold its own against anything Marilyn McCoo & Billy David Jr. cared to toss off in their heyday. If it's MJ who's lingered in Ne-Yo's ear longest, Prince hasn't gone silent, either: echoes poke up on the far-out "Sex with My Ex." Elsewhere, shades of contemporaries such as Nelly and Diddy show through. Overall, though, Ne-Yo's flammable hooks, flirty vibe, and flawless vocals reveal an R&B genius in the making. If the talent bar for up-and-comers is set impossibly high in the coming years, chances are it will be all because of him. --Tammy La Gorce

Customer Reviews:

Quite Impressive!.......2007-07-12

I'm just saying you should check out what other reviews have been written from a reviewer before you let it pursued you for or against a release because it may influence how much credit you give their review.
This sophomore release by Neo shows maturity, growth and solidifies his presence in the R & B genre. Because of You, Crazy minus J-Z intro., Do You, Leaving Tonight, Aint Thinking About You, Make it Work, Tell Me, are most noteable. Which is quite a number of tracks, practically the whole CD. Each track flows into the next, you can really just press play and relax, let the music work it's magic.
BET Awards Show said it "Best R&B Male" enough said.

Love This CD.......2007-07-12

Simply put, this is a great CD! My favorite songs are:
2. Crazy f/ Jay-Z
4. Do You
6. Leaving Tonight
11. Say It

I recommend this CD to listeners who prefer a CD that isn't filled with featured rappers!

"say it".......2007-07-10

if "say it" were the ONLY song on the album, i still would've gotten my money's worth. i also love "do you", "because of you", and "can we chill". all in all i like about the same amount of songs on this album as i did on the other one.

Great Sophomore Album!.......2007-07-07

I am always wary of sophomore efforts from singers, but I really loved Ne-Yo's first CD, and I love the fact that he's a songwriter -- his songs usually make sense -- so I went ahead and picked it up even though I had only heard snippets of "Because of You" (the title track) and no other song. I'm glad I did. I really love this CD from start to finish -- the tracks are smooth and you can definitely see the influence from different artists on the CD. It's a "chill on a Saturday afternoon" CD (and that's exactly what I am doing right now), and I like it better than his first CD.

My favorite songs on the album: "Crazy" (featuring Jay-Z, it's well written and a really smooth entry on the CD); "Can We Chill" (smooth dance track about being in a club, which I usually hate, but this one is pretty well written as well and I love the beat and melody), "Addicted" (the premise is funny, and if you can laugh good-naturedly at Ne-Yo's grandstanding in the CD -- it's a great song), "Leaving Tonight" (I love Jennifer Hudson, she sounds like a goddess on this CD, American Idol shouldn't have cut her and I hope she comes out with a CD ASAP!) and "Sex With My Ex" (Prince fans should flock to this one, it sounds like something The Artist would've sung.)

Best.......2007-07-06

Neyo has come with his sophomore album STRONG. This is a play right through CD. All of the songs are HOT!

Average customer rating: GREAT SUMMER MUSIC!!

Sean Kingston Sean Kingston Manufacturer: Sony ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Reggae | International | Styles | Music General | R&B | Styles | Music Gangsta & Hardcore | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music General | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music Pop Rap | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music Sony | Computers Brands | Computers Features | Electronics | Desktops | Monitors | Networking | Notebooks Similar Items: GO Epiphany Good Girl Gone Bad T.I. vs T.I.P. Back to Black ASIN: B000ROA03Q Release Date: 2007-07-31

Tracks:

1. Intro
2. Kingston
3. Take You There
4. Me Love
5. Beautiful Girls
6. Dry Your Eyes
7. Got No Shorty
8. There s Nothin
9. I Can Feel It
10. Drummer Boy
11. Your Sister
12. That Ain t Right
13. Change
14. Colors (2007) (Reggae Remix featuring Vybz Kartel and Kardinal Official)

Album Description

Sean Kingston, a 17 year old native of Jamaica is not just a new face in popular music, he's accomplished the rare task of creating a new genre where rap, reggae, dancehall, pop, a touch of doo-wop and remarkable songwriting all combined into something totally fresh. Add in Sean's family roots which cite reggae king Buju Banton as his uncle and Jamaican legendary producer Jack Ruby as his grandfather and you have one of the most exciting debuts this year.

Customer Reviews:

GREAT SUMMER MUSIC!!.......2007-07-31

Sean Kingston's album is so much fun. It's definately the kind of music you put on your stereo outside by the pool. It is definately the unofficial summer album! everyone who enjoys fun reggae music should pick this album up.

Average customer rating: SOLID R & B is back Lovin This CD Left alot to be desired BANGING

Sex Love & Pain Tank Manufacturer: Blackground Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | R&B | Styles | Music General | Soul | R&B | Styles | Music General | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music Pop Rap | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music Similar Items: Double Up Ain't Nothin' Like Me Special Occasion Because Of You Luvanmusiq ASIN: B000P6R822 Release Date: 2007-05-15

Tracks:

1. Coldest
2. I'm Coming Home
3. My Body
4. Please Don't Go
5. I Hate You
6. Heartbreaker
7. Who Dat
8. When
9. Wedding Song
10. My Heart
11. I Love You
12. I Love Them Girls

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Tank, on Sex, Love & Pain, is like Luther Vandross only slightly lewder: He'll be the first to admit, as he does on the three-part opening track "Coldest," that he's "somewhat of a hustler out here on the street... occasional strip clubs and shots of Hennessy." That doesn't stop him from laying his heart on the line, though. Repeatedly. Midtempo grooves like "I'm Coming Home," a hopeful reunion song, and "Heartbreaker," a limber-voiced lament that outlines a crumbled relationship, show Tank's tender side and take the romantically inclined places more real-seeming than Luther's songs. Throughout the long lineup of love-gone-wrong tracks, the brawny guy with the tattooed back doesn't forget his playful side, either. Before Timbaland sidles up and gets closing track "I Love Them Girls" all trademark-sizzly, Tank does some titillating of his own via the sexed-up steamer "My Body." --Tammy La Gorce

Customer Reviews:

SOLID.......2007-07-25

Okay - for any of you that don't know... Tank is the most underrated male R&B singer in the game. Granted - he's making his dough... he's working with the Underdogs, and penned most of Jamie Foxx's album - Unpredictable and wrote Ruben Studdard's "Change Me"... the man is a musical genius. He's the kind of guy you want to have in the studio doing the vocal arrangements; they're so layered and rich. The brotha is doing it major on his junior release.

I don't know many brothas that can sing with as much emotion and range as Tank. Hands down, other than Joe and Eric Benet, Tank is what the game needs more of. Like I've heard one person say already - this my generation is into the catchy young hip-hop layered beat with these simple hooks. I'm cool with it, but people don't sing anymore. I mean - there is no distinction between most young artist, and few of them have longevity in the game. Tank shows versatility, range, and style by jumping the cd off like I haven't heard since 112 at their prime. I mean, the opening track shows you some crazy vocals. No offense to the otha brothas - but I have yet to pop in a Chris Brown, Lloyd, Marques Houston, Omarion, or WHOEVER's CD and been wowed by the vocals talent and depth. I've heard many people do their songs better than it was recorded... and Tank doesn't even give you a chance - many people try and fail horribly.. LOL!

My personal favorites are: "Coldest","My Body" "Please Don't Go", "Heartbreaker", and "When"

There is one part that upsets me about this - I was mad that Blackground didn't take the time to separate the Intro - which is BEASTLY. I mean Tank opens up w/fire reminiscent of when people did interludes. He also reaches some ungodly note when he segways into "Heartbreaker" (which also should've had a interlude to it). The unfortunate thing about it was Joe had a banging CD and Musiq did as well... not to mention Trey Songz and Mario are also highly anticipated projects. So this year for male R&B singer - he has competition. I think that if Tank worked with some other producers and really diversified his CD and made it one of those albums that you can't skip a song, he would be in there! He gets 3 stars alone off of his talent! And another star because of some beast "interludes" and infectuous melodies of some of his songs. It's a solid CD - I haven't taken it out of the disc changer since I got it... It's worth tha money!

R & B is back.......2007-07-19

Wonderful cd. Listened to it 3 times in a row. Im glad he's back. Songs are very well written, kind of reminds me of Jaheim "Ghetto Love" CD.

Lovin This CD.......2007-07-13

This cd stays in constant rotation in my player at work and home. I love the whole cd, especially "My Body" and "Who Dat". Tank out did himself on this one.

Left alot to be desired.......2007-07-04

Anticipated this album so much, but it turned out to be a let down. Most of the songs sounded the same, you would think he would write himself a lot of #1 hits as he has done for others but it just wasn't the case here. I really gave it a 3 because I still think he is so sexy.

BANGING.......2007-07-03

THIS IS ONE OF THE BEST AND BANGING CD I HAVE PURCHASED. I AM LOOKING FOR TO THE NEW CD FROM TANK, TYRESE AND GUIWINE. SORRY IF I SPELLED SOMETHING WRONG. I LISTEN TO THIS EACH AND EVERYDAY. GOOD JOB TANK

Average customer rating: Powerful lyrics 10 years later Just amazing top of the hill The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill

The Miseducation Of Lauryn Hill Lauryn Hill Manufacturer: Sony ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Contemporary Blues | Blues | Styles | Music Contemporary R&B | R&B | Styles | Music General | R&B | Styles | Music General | Soul | R&B | Styles | Music General | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music Experimental Rap | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music Pop Rap | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music $8.99 and Under | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Pop | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music R&B | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music All Blowout Music | Blowout Music | Stores | Music $8.99 and Under | Prices | Blowout Music | Stores | Music More Titles at Least 25% Off | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: The Score Baduizm Acoustic Soul Who Is Jill Scott? Words and Sounds, Vol. 1 MTV Unplugged No. 2.0 ASIN: B00000ADG2 Release Date: 1998-08-25

Tracks:

1. Intro
2. Lost Ones
3. Ex-Factor
4. To Zion
5. Doo Wop (That Thing)
6. Superstar
7. Final Hour
8. When It Hurts So Bad
9. I Used To Love Him
10. Forgive Them Father
11. Every Ghetto, Every City
12. Nothing Even Matters
13. Everything Is Everything
14. The Miseducation Of Lauryn Hill
15. Can't Take My Eyes Off You (hidden track)
16. Tell Him

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The first solo album by the Fugees' most distinctive voice quickly wipes away the pretensions of so many current hip-hoppers' discs. It does so by both engaging their widescreen ethos--"To Zion," with its martial drums and gospel choir, is as epic a production as has been heard in 1998's pop music--and speaking the plain truth. Miseducation focuses equally on Lauryn Hill's life (especially the birth of her child) and social concerns about the present and future. Its often quiet surface, if anything, lends intensity. --Rickey Wright

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The first solo album by the Fugees' most distinctive voice quickly wipes away the pretensions of so many current hip-hoppers' discs. It does so by both engaging their widescreen ethos--"To Zion," with its martial drums and gospel choir, is as epic a production as has been heard in 1998's pop music--and speaking the plain truth. Reminiscent in its scope of nothing so much as Aretha's early-'70s Spirit in the Dark and Young, Gifted and Black, The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill also easily earns its late-'90s place next to Erykah Badu's Baduizm. Even more personal, if hardly any more political, than cohort Wyclef Jean's Carnival, Miseducation focuses equally on her life (especially the birth of her child) and social concerns about the present and future. Its often quiet surface, if anything, lends intensity. "Everything you drop is so tired," she scolds artistically dead-ended rappers on "Superstar"; if more artists shared her vision, occasional eccentricities and bottom-line talent, she wouldn't have to complain. --Rickey Wright

Customer Reviews:

Powerful lyrics.......2007-06-14

With lyrics like hers, there's almost no need for the music.

10 years later.......2007-05-28

By now we all know how ground breaking this CD was. Almost 10 years later it's still ahead of it's time. Hill paved the way other singers, and other sounds. From the slow sad songs, to the upbeat I am woman hear me roar lyrics, Hill lays it down.

Just amazing.......2007-03-31

Leaving the Fugees and making an album for the music industry was a great move. This album gives us great songs like "Zion" and "Nothing even Matters" a duet with De'Angelo. This album is one that you will find yourself listening to for days because it is so unique. Her voice mystical, passionate and touching. Join her on her journey.

top of the hill.......2007-03-08

Lauryn Hill is a fantastic singer. I wish she would put out more CD's. It is a thrill to hear every song she sings on this CD. She is the BOMB!!!!

The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill.......2007-02-19

This is truly one of the classics in my collection! I still remember the chills I felt when I initially listened to it - Lauryn Hill is one of a few female artists who can truly sing & rap well. I knew about her skills from listening to The Fugees but she really blew me away with this release because honestly, at the time of the release my interest in hip hop/rap was waning.

I had heard all of the hype surrounding the album but didn't buy it until EX-FACTOR was released as a single - I was curious like most and wondered whether the album truly deserved all of the Grammies and attention but after one listen, my answer is a resounding YES! When an artists produces a disc that people from all walks of life, interests and music tastes can appreciate then they have done something special and that's what TMOLH did.

The commentary of the album touches on love, ill-fated love, the music industry and a bit of religion but at no time did I feel I was being preached to or told how to feel or think - she espoused her beliefs and offered a glimpse into her heart which in turn touched my heart on more than a few tracks. I also loved the school house interludes which seamlessly moved the tracks along - whereas some album interludes are intrusive and create bloat in albums, these worked with the tracks and served as semi-introductions.

I love this entire album but to this day, the tracks that really touch my heart are:

EX-FACTOR - heartbreakingly brilliant break up song; Lauryn's vocals are exquisite on this track

TO ZION - beautiful track expressing her love for her son and the personal decision to have him during the height of her young career

DOO WOP (THAT THING) - mixes great social commentary on male/female relationships over a great beat

WHEN IT HURTS SO BAD - moody tale about unrequited love, I loved the harps used in the musical production & the real pain in her voice

I USED TO LOVE HIM - loved the pairing of her & Mary J Blige's vocals, they sound beautiful together

NOTHING EVEN MATTERS - beautiful duet ballad with D'Angelo

THE MISEDUCATION OF LAURYN HILL - her voice sounds so beautiful on this track

It's never too late to add this classic to your collection - I'd highly recommend it!

Average customer rating: An Incredible Talent AKON ROCKS Bland and overproduced Off The Chain EXCELLENT FLAVOR

Konvicted Akon Manufacturer: Umvd Labels ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Contemporary Blues | Blues | Styles | Music Contemporary R&B | R&B | Styles | Music General | R&B | Styles | Music General | Soul | R&B | Styles | Music General | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music Pop Rap | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music Similar Items: Eminem Presents: The Re-Up Doctor's Advocate Tha Blue Carpet Treatment Kingdom Come FutureSex / LoveSounds ASIN: B000JFY08O Release Date: 2006-11-14

Tracks:

1. Shake Down
2. Blown Away
3. Smack That - Eminem
4. I Wanna Love You - Snoop Dogg
5. The Rain
6. Never Took The Time
7. Mama Africa
8. I Can't Wait
9. Gangsta Bop
10. Tired Of Runnin'
11. Once In A While
12. Don't Matter

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If R&B has been drifting lately, Konvicted proves Akon's ready to take the wheel: His reedy voice encapsulates Jersey, Jamaica, and continents beyond (Africa, most notably); his wait-a-beat delivery enhances his high-flying hooks; and his attitude mulches thuggery and womanizing into something worth spreading around. If that's not indication enough he's on a roll, consider the accolades Konvicted is racking up--a Grammy nod for "Smack That" (featuring Eminem), a No. 1 single with "I Wanna Love You" (featuring Snoop Dogg), sales in the millions. To count Akon a musical groundbreaker, though, you have to be ready to embrace a new genre that might take Brian McKnight and Usher fans a little getting used to: hardcore R&B. Both "I Wanna Love You" and "Smack That" don't shy away from raunch, and tracks like "Tired of Runnin'" and "Shake Down" bring on an MC edge that belongs more to the street than to the bedroom. Still, count on Akon to convince holdouts he's worth hearing; both his message and his manner bear the marks of the unstoppable. --Tammy La Gorce

Customer Reviews:

An Incredible Talent.......2007-07-22

I'm a white male over 50 years old, not exactly in the target market. But this guy speaks to me musically, lyrically, emotionally.

Open your mind and give Konvicted a fair listen. Akon is great!

AKON ROCKS.......2007-06-27

FOR ALL YOU AKON FANS OUT THEIR...THIS ALBUM "KONVICTED" ROCKS! I LOVE ALL THE SONGS ON THIS ALBUM AND THIS IS TRULY IS BEST WORK THUS FAR! THE MELODIES, THE BEAT ARE DANCEABLE! THE LYRICS ARE SING-ALONG FUN! THIS ALBUM WILL GET YOUR FEET STOMPING AND TUSHES WIGGLING!

Bland and overproduced.......2007-06-09

This recording is really mediocre, and I think that I know why. It took all the following to produce this. You know the old saying about too many cooks spoiling the soup? Well, that is certainly true for music.

Just as a way of contrast, it took six people to create the Beatles masterpiece Rubber Soul, the beginning of the Beatles' mature phase as musical artists - John, Paul, George, and Ringo, plus a keyboardist and producer George Martin. It took five or six people, as well as a few hundred dollars, to create the 1st Ramones LP, a record that changed music as we know it. It only took seven people, including LL Cool J himself, to produce his great record Mama Said Knowk You Out. All of these are great recordings, in sharp contrast to Akon's piece of musical mediocrity.

Again, this is the list of the way too many cooks on this sour tasting broth. You know that you are in trouble when the producers and engineers way outnumber the musicians.

Hakim Abdulsamad Programming, Vocals (bckgr), Producer, Engineer
Kori Anders Mixing Assistant
Cory Boyd Bass
Leslie Brathwaite Mixing
Kirke Bray Engineer
Keon Bryce Producer
Miguel Bustamante Assistant Engineer
Michael Butler Drums
Tony Compana Engineer
Benny- D. Programming, Producer
Rick DeVarona Assistant Engineer
Eminem Programming, Producer, Mixing
Erin Holten Assistant Engineer
Alex Lafer Assistant Engineer
Marc Lee Engineer
Tony Love Guitar
Rask Producer
Luis Resto Keyboards
Dwight Reynolds "Skrapp" Programming, Producer, Engineer
Eddy Schreyer Mastering
Steve Skinner Engineer
Rob Skipworth Assistant Engineer
Mike Sroka Engineer
Devyne Stephens Executive Producer, A&R, Creative Design
Tony Terrebonne Engineer
Aliaune "Akon" Thiam Arranger, Programming, Producer, Engineer, Executive Producer, Mixing, A&R
L.S. Troo Programming, Producer
Giorgio Tuinfort Keyboards, Programming, Producer

Off The Chain.......2007-05-20

I was really surprised at how well this cd was I really enjoy it!

EXCELLENT FLAVOR.......2007-05-15

i WAS VERY SUPRISED WITH THE LATEST ALBUM FROM AKON. I WORK IN EDUCATION AND THE STUDENTS LOVED TRACK NUMBER FOUR. AFTER LISTENING TO THE ENTIRE ALBUM, I IMMEDIATELY FELL IN LOVE WITH THE ALBUM. I SIMPLY LOVE THE FLAVOR OF THE ALBUM AND THE MESSAGE IN EACH SONG IS ON POINT.

Average customer rating: great beat easy to dance to the black eyed peas are the business, the monkey business Fun! NOTHING LESS THAN 5 STARS Pretty good

Monkey Business Black Eyed Peas Manufacturer: A&M ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music General | Dance Pop | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music General | Soul | R&B | Styles | Music General | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music West Coast | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music Experimental Rap | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music Pop Rap | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music R&B | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Dance & DJ | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music All Blowout Music | Blowout Music | Stores | Music More Titles at Least 25% Off | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Elephunk Love. Angel. Music. Baby. PCD Breakaway The Dutchess ASIN: B00096S3RC Release Date: 2005-06-07

Tracks:

1. Pump It
2. Don't Phunk With My Heart
3. My Style
4. Don't Lie
5. My Humps
6. Like That
7. Dum Diddly
8. Feel It
9. Gone Going
10. They Don't Want Music
11. Disco Club
12. Bebot
13. Ba Bump
14. Audio Delite At Low Fidelity
15. Union

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As with their last hit, Elephunk, Black Eyed Peas' new disc Monkey Business is a joyful cross-genre journey with musical props to hip-hop, rock, folk, funk, and pop. The reason the Black Eyed Peas have audience appeal that crosses over many styles is because the band members are such obvious fans of diverse music. Nowhere is this more apparent than on Monkey Business's high-profile guest list. After Justin Timberlake's contribution to the massive "Where Is the Love" breakout hit from Elephunk, their inclusion of big names once again was a smart, respectful move on the part of the band as well as their guests. "My Style" is Timberlake's BEP foray number two; while the song is funky pop fun, those looking to hear Justin in the forefront are likely to be disappointed, as his vocals are mixed evenly, no sweet soulful solos this time. Other guests of note are Jack Johnson, who cowrote the bling-bashing "Gone Going," Sting on "Union" (sonically inspired by the former Police-man's "Englishman in New York"), while funk legend James Brown contributes to a scorching soul track dubbed "They Don't Want Music." The contribution of female vocalist Fergie--who joined the band partway through their last CD--has raised up considerably on the band's fourth disc, their second as a quartet. Sassily fronting her way through songs like "My Humps," the "Hey Mama"-esque "Dum Diddly" and the first single "Don't Phunk With My Heart," Fergie's melodic contributions make for a record that will likely be heard by wider audiences than ever, making this a truly accessible `hip-pop' CD. --Denise Sheppard

Recommended Black Eyed Peas Discography

Behind the Front

Bridging the Gap

Elephunk

Customer Reviews:

great beat easy to dance to.......2007-03-31

This CD is great from the first song to the last, I just wish that they would play them more on the radio. We love the BLACK EYED PEAS!!!

the black eyed peas are the business, the monkey business.......2007-03-22

they made an awsome cd! the only thing i diddnt like was that they diddnt make an edited version that came out on cd! i wish they did cuz somtimes my mom gets mad at me for listining to music with bad words but somtimes she doesnt

Fun!.......2007-03-13

This is just a fun CD. It makes you want to dance.
We listen to this in the Operating Room and it makes the atmosphere less tense.

NOTHING LESS THAN 5 STARS.......2007-02-13

New to this genre, I am blown away! Variety, beat, talent... I can not get to my other cds. CAN NOT agree with other unimpressed reviewers. Listen once, listen twice... Listen to that complex music and those words!!!!

Pretty good.......2007-01-31

I got this a a gift, so at first I was not sure if I wanted to keep it of sell it, as I am not really a BEP fan. In all honesty I know very little about this band, a song or two here and there. I decided to keep it and give it a try, I don't like the popular "hits" that much from this album, but was suprised at some of the really good album tracks. The players are very good on this album. There is a real sense of old school funk here that I really like.
I guess you never know what you will like till you give it a try.

Average customer rating: Reggae n Rihannah A Girl Like Me - actually 3.5 stars Rihanna- A Girl Like Her Is What We Need! A very good r&b album in a very bad r&b world good offering of r&b/pop/reggae music here

A Girl Like Me Rihanna Manufacturer: Def Jam ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Dance Hall | Reggae | International | Styles | Music General | Reggae | International | Styles | Music Contemporary R&B | R&B | Styles | Music General | R&B | Styles | Music General | Soul | R&B | Styles | Music General | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music Pop Rap | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music General | Dance Pop | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music $9.99 and Under | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Pop | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music R&B | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Dance & DJ | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music International | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music All Blowout Music | Blowout Music | Stores | Music $9.99 and Under | Prices | Blowout Music | Stores | Music More Titles at Least 25% Off | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Music of the Sun Loose PCD B'day Back to Basics ASIN: B000EQ4G5K Release Date: 2006-04-25

Tracks:

1. SOS
2. Kisses Don't Lie
3. Unfaithful
4. We Ride
5. Dem Haters
6. Final Goodbye
7. Break It Off
8. Crazy Little Thing Called Love
9. Selfish Girl
10. P.S. (I'm Still Not Over You)
11. A Girl Like Me
12. A Million Miles Away
13. If It's Lovin' That You Want (Part 2)

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With A Girl Like Me, the Barbadian teen-queen Rihanna is looking to transfer all claims of royalty to the summertime pop charts. If anybody's going to rule them, she pretty much proclaims by way of "SOS," a song no less irresistible, intoxicating, and all-out cool than 2005's "Pon de Replay," off her debut, she's it. That's not to say this new disc is anything like its predecessor overall. Where Music of the Sun was mostly what its title suggests--a romp through an anglo-friendly island with no sunscreen required--A Girl Like Me is more reflective and a little rueful; you get the sense it was crafted in part to show her range, with executive producer Jay-Z guiding her through it gracefully. "Unfaithful" is a noir-ish testing of the R&B waters, and it goes so well that Rihanna wastes no time skinny-dipping her way into the deep end--"Final Goodbye," "P.S. (I'm Still Not Over You)," and "A Million Miles Away" all betray juicy bits of Beyonce. Back in barefoot bikini-girl land, though--a territory that covers roughly half this disc--the party's still going strong. Rihanna gives dancehall legend Sean Paul a run for his money with the bouncing "Break It Off," and "We Ride" makes you want to roll down the windows and stick your head out the passenger side. Crank it up and keep the sunglasses handy. --Tammy La Gorce

Customer Reviews:

Reggae n Rihannah.......2007-07-25

This is an awesome CD if you love pop and reggae. A lotta of the songs I've noticed have the same beat. SOS is one-of-a-kind though on the cd. I find it's great to relax n chill out to.There are some sad songs though like the popular "Unfaithful" and others such as "Million miles away" "Final goodbye". Hope this helps!

A Girl Like Me - actually 3.5 stars.......2007-07-21

I was pleasantly surprised while listening to this disc - after hearing the first 2 singles, SOS & UNFAITHFUL, I wasn't sure what to expect but this is a terrific offering of pop with a dash of the island sounds so prevalent on her debut album.

I was worried that the label was rushing out another album too quickly and that it would be horrible & filler heavy but with an "artist" like Rihanna, this is proving to be a smart tactic - she is not a great vocalist but the producers & writers she's working with ARE adept at creating catchy singles that top the charts.

In addition to the two singles, I mentioned earlier other standout tracks are: KISSES DON'T LIE - I love the bass played throughout the song; FINAL GOODBYE - I love the guitar solo, she sounds really good on this track; BREAK IT OFF - nice dance track but Rihanna sounds like a guest on a Sean Paul track; PS (I'M STILL IN LOVE WITH YOU) - nice chilled down groove; A MILLION MILES AWAY - pretty spare ballad; IF IT'S LOVIN THAT YOU WANT, PT II - I love the beats used on this track & WE RIDE - light r&b/pop track that makes good use of her vocals.

Rihanna is not a powerhouse vocalist but overall this is a well-produced, fun album that I really enjoy listening to.

Rihanna- A Girl Like Her Is What We Need!.......2007-06-23

This review is a little late since Lil' Miss Sunshine has brought out her third album but thought I'd get it in anyway. Coming off the major impact she had with her debut album Music of the Sun, Rihanna came back at us quickly within an eight month period with her sophomore CD called A Girl Like Me. On this album, it sticks with what made her such a sensation stateside with the dance grooves and party songs. But you can see the transition into more emotional songs and ballads to try and show her vulnerable side. Even though a couple of songs I could have done without, there were moments where she really came through.

With S.O.S. which samples from the 80s song Tainted Love, she had a great opening and hit song to draw to her album. But that only tipped the iceberg. Unfaithful took sometime to grow on me, but you can see that she was making that effort to show off her vocals and that life isn't always a party. A couple of songs that helped to do that even more was Selfish Girl and A Million Miles Away, a song based on a relationship that is on the verge of breakup and can feel each other drifting apart even when they are near one another. That was a splendid song in my opinion. She still also keeps with the Carribean flavor and upbeat feel with her beats and production in songs like Break It Off featuring one of the lead men of dancehall in Sean Paul and We Ride. The song that really did it for me on this CD and made me fall for her even more was P.S.(I'm Still Not Over You). I mean, Wow! It talks of maybe her writing a love letter to an ex and recalling moments in their relationship that she still hangs onto and how she has never really let go and may never will. It may be a true essence of what happens when we let someone that we truly care for and love so much get away, whether more than likely the one that left is the one that will be hurting the most in the long run. Truly amazing song in the way she wrote it, how the beat catches you and how the whole track just flows!

This album in my opinion is much better than her debut CD, which was a instant smash to say the least. As I said, she sticks with what got her here in the upbeat, happy-go-lucky feeling tracks but starts to take a chance in standing out on a limb with some deeper under the surface songs that come from the heart. It's a mixture that start to display what type of talent we may have on our hands. If only they would have stuck to that on her following album a little more... but for this go round, it really worked out brilliantly!

A very good r&b album in a very bad r&b world.......2007-05-20

If you have heard her singles SOS, Unfaithful, We ride and you like them, you will love the album because these tracks are not the best songs on the album.For me two better tracks are P.S. (I'm Still Not Over You) and A Girl Like Me. You also have the good reggae track Break It Off feat. Sean Paul, the other reggae tracks like Crazy little thing called love and Dem Haters are ok.

good offering of r&b/pop/reggae music here.......2007-04-22

rihanna is like the west indian version of beyonce, blending in elements of pop, r&b and reggae/dancehall. I can't wait to hear her next cD, umbrella is a fabulous track that sounds 80's

Average customer rating: The Cd of the Year for sure Do they give us something to talk about? Sadly Disappointed My love is gone but not forgotten What a PHENOMENAL duo father & son made!

Something To Talk About Eddie Levert Sr. & Gerald Levert Manufacturer: Atlantic / Wea ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | R&B | Styles | Music General | Soul | R&B | Styles | Music General | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music Pop Rap | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music $8.99 and Under | Blowout Music | Stores | Music R&B | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music All Blowout Music | Blowout Music | Stores | Music $8.99 and Under | Prices | Blowout Music | Stores | Music More Titles at Least 25% Off | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: I Got Your Back: A Father and Son Keep it Real About Love, Fatherhood, Family, and Friendship In My Songs Double Up Father and Son So Much Better ASIN: B000PSJDDM Release Date: 2007-06-12

Tracks:

1. Bad Habit
2. Slip Away
3. S.O.S
4. Get To Know Me
5. Make It With You
6. Something to Talk About
7. The Simple Life
8. Can't Get Right
9. That What I Do
10. Tapped

Album Description

Before the sudden passing of the great Gerald Levert, he teamed up with his father Eddie Levert Sr. one more time to record this smash album. The last time the two worked together they released a great collection of music with the album Father and Son.

Customer Reviews:

The Cd of the Year for sure.......2007-07-31

this is the cd of the year if you dont have it please get it you will love it my favorite songs are #2,#,5,6 and 10 but the whole cd is great, I wish that G-bear coulda been here to get his kudos, I really miss him.
Thank God for techology and his music will live on forever.
Tawana(tee1) G-spot,Gphig for life.

Do they give us something to talk about?.......2007-07-29

For the true Eddie and Gerald Levert fans, this is a culmination of the best work of two of the world's "soul singers." I was skeptical that they would be able to do justice to Something to Talk About, as I'm a big Bonnie Rait fan, but she would be proud of their cover. My personal favorite on this disc is the cover of Bread's "Make It With You." I realize how much I am going to miss Gerald's voice.

If you are a fan, this is one you definitely must add to your collection.

Sadly Disappointed.......2007-07-17

I was sadly disappointed with this CD. Unfortunately, it sounded like it was not completed prior to Gerald's untimely passing and Eddie's voice was digitally added to the tracks.

My love is gone but not forgotten.......2007-07-03

I have listen and cried just to hear the strong and handsome voice of a man I LOVE so Dear. Gerald's music is a blessing to me, I Thank God he allowed Gerald to pass this way! The CD is an AWSOME piece of work, if you do not have this project in your collection. I urge you to get it, you will be blessed.

What a PHENOMENAL duo father & son made!.......2007-07-02

Eddie Levert Sr. & Gerald Levert were perhaps one of the most soulful, powerful duos to ever live in my opinion. What may be most perplexing about the second collaboration between father and son, SOMETHING TO TALK ABOUT, the follow-up to the exceptional FATHER & SON, is the pair sound even closer vocally than they did on FATHER & SON. Indeed, history may have never seen two voices who complemented each other any better than Eddie Levert, Sr. and his greatly missed son, the late (hard to say that), great Gerald Levert. While FATHER & SON will always be the definitive duet set between the two, SOMETHING TO TALK ABOUT is a brilliant effort, finished just prior to Levert's sudden death in November 2006. There is no "Wind Beneath My Wings" or anything that is as soulful as the brilliant, better-than-original remake of the O'Jay's "You've Got Your Hooks In Me", but soul, sweat, and vocal perfection ooze throughout SOMETHING TO TALK ABOUT. I have to say, Gerald would be so proud, and I know Eddie is definitely proud of this fine addition to the Levert catalogue. If only Gerald were still here...

The album starts with the rousing "S.O.S.", where any Levert fan instantly recognizes the power and soul of the Leverts. The production is contemporary enough not to sound dated, but soulful enough to recall the power and vigor of 1970s soul. "I Like It" doesn't downgrade or sacrifice any quality, keeping both the new and old alive via soulful production. Once again, the melding of two voices with only small variants makes for another hit. One of my personal favorites follows via the Grammy worthy "Close & Personal" in which both Leverts bear their souls and achieve such a raw grit within their voices. The production lies somewhere between R. Kelly's "steppin' music" and vintage 70s & 80s sou. Equally good is the follow-up track, "That's What I Do", where the Levert men slow the tempo down and sing a beautiful ode to women - one of the most tear-wrenching duets of the album, where Levert tells the woman she should be "given carte blanch". The refrain is certainly the most catchy and most beautiful of the entire album, making you wish that the 4:08 track lasted for days. While not necessarily as good as "Close & Personal" or "That's What I Do", the great "Bad Habit" provides the fifth consistent track of SOMETHING TO TALK ABOUT. The refrain is absolutely marvelous in which the duo sings: "I can't let you go, baby you've become my bad habit..." I have to say the Levert men NEVER miss a step nor a beat.

"Slip Away" features production reminiscent of the sensual R&B sound of the 1980s and once again the Levert's provide for another top-rate number. The remake of "Something To Talk About" doesn't rival "Wind Beneath My Wings" for the best cover track, but it is a very worthy remake with very smooth background vocals that absolutely make the track. Honestly, the Leverts are very good at covers, moreso than a number of other artists. "Make It With You" isn't bad either while "Tapped" is another personal favorite of mine in which any doubt of datedness with the group is erased with its playful production job. "A Situation" isn't the best track on the album, but it is definitely solid and above par. "Get To Know Me", the penultimate track is very welcome here while
"The Simple Life" proves to be phenomenal ending to an overall exceptional final album by the duo that should've lasted forever.

Overall, there isn't a misstep on SOMETHING TO TALK ABOUT. It is well produced and I think it is another exceptional addition to the R&B market in 2007, which I think has been very strong this year in particular. Gerald Levert, you will never be forgotten. Your music and musical contributions are timeless; death can't make us forget you. 4 stars.

Average customer rating: a little let-down jill scott Just TRY to Justify Your Hatred For This Album It's Jill Scott... of course it's hot Just Beautiful

Beautifully Human: Words and Sounds, Vol. 2 Jill Scott Manufacturer: Hidden Beach ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Contemporary Blues | Blues | Styles | Music Contemporary R&B | R&B | Styles | Music General | R&B | Styles | Music General | Soul | R&B | Styles | Music Philly Soul | Soul | R&B | Styles | Music General | Funk | R&B | Styles | Music General | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music $9.99 and Under | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Pop | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music R&B | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music All Blowout Music | Blowout Music | Stores | Music $9.99 and Under | Prices | Blowout Music | Stores | Music More Titles at Least 25% Off | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Who Is Jill Scott? Words and Sounds, Vol. 1 Experience: Jill Scott Collaborations Album II Baduizm ASIN: B0002S94RK Release Date: 2004-08-31

Tracks:

1. Warm Up
2. I'm Not Afraid
3. Golden
4. The Fact Is (I Need You)
5. Spring Summer Feeling
6. Cross My Mind
7. Bedda At Home
8. Talk To Me
9. Family Reunion
10. Can't Explain (42nd Street Happenstance)
11. Whatever
12. Not Like Crazy
13. Nothing (Interlude)
14. Rasool
15. My Petition
16. I Keep

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While most neo-soulsters crank out albums like their hip-hop counterparts, Jill Scott takes a more traditional approach to her craft. Four years after the release of her debut, Who Is Jill Scott, Words & Sounds Vol. 1, Scott returns with the masterful Beautifully Human: Words & Sounds Vol. 2. The album features a collection of lush and hypnotic songs that will make you want to fall in love, live life, and be a better person all at the same time. Lead single "Golden" is a prime example of this. Set to a midtempo groove made for the dance floor, "Golden" is a shiny, beautifully-written narrative about living life to its fullest. The old-school R&B ballad vibe of "Petition" is reminiscent of Minnie Ripperton or early Chaka Khan. However, "Bedda at Home" is anything but laid back. Combining elements of jazz, soul, and old-school hip-hop breakbeats, Scott extols the greatness of her man with a swagger that can only be described as cool. Other highlights include "Family Reunion" and the socially conscious "Rasool."

The album's only flaw may be that it ends too soon, but then again it's always better to leave a listener wanting more. For Scott, being "Beautifully Human" means just that--finding the allure in all that life has to offer and that's well worth the wait. --Rashaun Hall

Customer Reviews:

a little let-down.......2007-06-30

her first album really raised the bar, a bar she herself couldn't leap, climb, or crawl over with her next. there's a few good songs on this one yet the pace as a whole is slumpy and slower...not as upbeat and uplifting.

jill scott.......2007-06-30

she is an amazing talent. really enjoyed this album. she has a way with words

Just TRY to Justify Your Hatred For This Album.......2007-06-30

Because it will always be unfounded. No matter what, you can't say that this entire album is horrible. From our hauting intro to the continuing positivity throughout it, this album is just wonderful. I got started on Jill way too late into the game, but it's never to late to love this girl. Can't find a track that I don't want to play here, especially since, like her first album, they relate to humans! All of us feel certain ways, and need messages promoted here: Golden-Life is good, and we should live it. (The Fact Is) I Need You-Many people don't like to admit it, but sometimes, we do need that other being in our lives for love. Spring Summer Feeling-Thank you for denouncing that materialistic mentality that plagues present day urban music. You can go on and on with this, from the funky "Bedda At Home" & the huge Jazz Band in "Talk to Me", to the reality of "Family Reunion", and the sensuality of "Whatever", "Not Like Crazy", and the interlude. And, then you have your socially conscious music with "Rasool", and "My Petition". What a wonder! But, many say that this album is not good ONLY because they are comparing it to Vol. 1. Nah, they are in two different catagories. Vol. 1 & Experience, then Vol. 2, and probably whatever is coming next. Keep living, Jill Scott! You've made many see that there is still room for true music in this world. Get the album, then head over to Experience for her live set. Matter of fact, get everything. At least we can know that we can keep playing her 4-6 years from now.

It's Jill Scott... of course it's hot.......2007-05-18

some cuts resonated with me the first time I heard them... a few of the songs are more personalized and less universal, so they took a little longer to grow on me (but they do grow on you)... it's Jill Scott... you have to add this to your collection

Just Beautiful.......2007-05-09

I have never heard anything that can put me in such a relaxed state of mind.It brought back memories of things I haven't thought of in years. Good memories!! It is by far my favorite album. I lost my first cd and I purchased it again

Average customer rating: Great CD Hot New Reggae Artist sucks...! Album is HOT Fabulous!

Collie Buddz Collie Buddz Manufacturer: Sony ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Dance Hall | Reggae | International | Styles | Music General | Reggae | International | Styles | Music General | R&B | Styles | Music General | Soul | R&B | Styles | Music General | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music Pop Rap | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music Sony | Computers Brands | Computers Features | Electronics | Desktops | Monitors | Networking | Notebooks Similar Items: Mind Control Reggae Gold 2007 From Nothin' to Somethin' Ms. Kelly Gangsta for Life ASIN: B000QEIM96 Release Date: 2007-07-03

Tracks:

1. Come Around
2. Blind To You
3. Defend Your Own
4. Tomorrow's Another Day
5. Mamacita
6. Wild Out
7. Lonely
8. What A Feeling
9. Movin' On
10. Sensimillia
11. Let Me Know
12. My Everything
13. Love Deh

Customer Reviews:

Great CD.......2007-07-30

If you get a chance to get this CD get it. Nice mix of culture raggie as well as dancehall. A must for any music lover.

Hot New Reggae Artist.......2007-07-26

This is one of the hottest albums of the year. Nice mix of dancehall, lovers and culture Reggae. You will not be disappointed with this one.

sucks...!.......2007-07-18

This dude can't sing! Dam, those people who give this guy five stars must be high on dope.

Sold it on ebay for $1.50, took a beating but that's life I guess.

Album is HOT.......2007-07-07

I'm gonna keep this short and sweet. I'm not even that big on the whole reggae scene but when I heard this I knew it was an instant banger PICK IT UP you won't regret it ONE

Fabulous!.......2007-07-06

Great album! Reggae lovers from all genres of reggae will appreciate it! buy two ..one for you..one for a friend ! :)

Dance Music:

1. Home of the Brave/The Unorthodox [CD-single]
2. In the Mid-Nite Hour [Explicit Lyrics]
3. It Ain't Safe No More [Explicit Lyrics]
4. It's All the Way Live (Now) [CD-single]
5. Keep It Real [Explicit Lyrics]
6. Lickin' on Both Sides [Limited Edition] [Import]
7. Living in the Free
8. Lowrider 2005 Tour [Live]
9. Mack-A-Flama [Explicit Lyrics]
10. Mad Love Compilation [Explicit Lyrics]

Dance Music

dance music

Dance Music

Kitsch [Original recording remastered] [Import]

Rodrigo: Concierto De Aranjuez, Concerto Serenade [Import]

Say Hello to Russia

Jazz Music: "NIGHT OF THE CORAL"

Writers' Block Party: Audio Magazine Issue One

Release Some Tension

Sleepless Nights/Those Sweet Words [CD-single] [Enhanced] [Import]

Maxim Mikhailov

No Other Way

Singin' & Swingin'

Sittin' On a Rainbow

Remembering Bill Evans - A Vocal Tribute

Safe [Extra tracks] [Original recording remastered] [Import]

Handel: Messiah (Highlights) / Solti, Chicago Symphony (Penguin Music Classics Series)

Guitar Sounds of Lenny Breau