The Songstress

Track Listings

1. Angel

2. Your're the Best Thing Yet

3. Feel the Need

4. Squeeze Me

5. No More Tears

6. Sometimes

7. Will You Be Mine

8. Do You Believe Me

Editorial Reviews
Amazon.com
Baker's deservedly obscure 1983 debut was reissued in 1991, long after her 1986 Rapture CD had garnered a Grammy and established her as a sophisticated, sensuous balladeer. Baker's smoky alto is recognizable enough, but it lacks the emotional immediacy and dramatic phrasing of her later work. The best track here is obviously "Angel," which sounds like a less polished version of Baker's breakthrough hit, "Sweet Love." Otherwise, Baker fans will wince at the turgid arrangement of "Feel the Need," and chuckle over the kitsch horror of Baker trying to negotiate her way through the swirling clutter of the postdisco dance track "Squeeze Me." For completists only. --Britt Robson

The Songstress,Anita Baker,Elektra / Wea,Adult Contemporary,Pop,Quiet Storm,R&B,Soul,Soul/Reggae/Rhythm & Blues,Urban

The Songstress

Tracks:

Angel
You're The Best Thing Yet
Feel The Need
Squeeze Me
No More Tears
Sometimes
Will You Be Mine
Do You Believe Me

Amazon.com

Baker's deservedly obscure 1983 debut was reissued in 1991, long after her 1986 Rapture CD had garnered a Grammy and established her as a sophisticated, sensuous balladeer. Baker's smoky alto is recognizable enough, but it lacks the emotional immediacy and dramatic phrasing of her later work. The best track here is obviously "Angel," which sounds like a less polished version of Baker's breakthrough hit, "Sweet Love." Otherwise, Baker fans will wince at the turgid arrangement of "Feel the Need," and chuckle over the kitsch horror of Baker trying to negotiate her way through the swirling clutter of the postdisco dance track "Squeeze Me." For completists only. --Britt Robson

Customer Reviews:

Amazing.......2007-01-20

Its Amazing to me that someone can review an older release and say it sounds dated, or has post-disco cliches, etc.Um, yah, it is over 20 years old. I love Chaka Khan too but I dont complain that Feel 4 U sounds dated.

In Los Angeles, Angel was played constantly at kute.fm Which is why i bought the album. But what is really amazing about this album, in relationship to Ms. Baker's later material, is that to me, it sounds like she opened up vocally on it. Yes, there are some unusual-for-her faster tunes and thank goodness. Her voice is literally all over the charts, and not a bum note anywhere. I love her material, but there is certainly a "sameness" quality to her later releases, and this under-rated album added a variety of flavors.

It was a great day for us music collectors who found this one on cd finally and i enjoy it still today, over 20 years later.

sophisticated lady.......2006-02-28

I will listen to anything this woman sings. She could belt out Mary Had a little lamb, and I'd probably buy it? Anita fuses jazz and soul perfectly. This is her first cd and for some reason I don't even remember hearing her songs on the radio then? After Rapture came out, then we started hearing it and it being requested, and I ran out and bought the album. I thought it was new, but it was OLD??? But I still knew who Anita was when I first heard Sweet Love. These songs are priceless, get it, not everything is on the Greatest Hits cd.

The Songstress.......2005-08-06

I was in love with Anita Baker's voice after a quiet storm radio program in Philly played 'Angel'. I was overjoyed when this disc was finally released and out of 8 songs - I truly dislike only 2...'Squeeze Me' & 'Do You Believe Me' do absolutely nothing for me.

Anita's voice shines on 'Angel', the stunning 'You're The Best Thing Yet', 'No More Tears', 'Will You Be Mine', 'Feel the Need' (where she stretches from the lower to upper register so effortlessly) and 'Sometimes'.

If you love r&b - excuse me, GOOD r&b music, this is an excellent disc to add especially if you're building an Anita collection.

MY FIRST THOUGHTS.......2004-06-02

WHEN I HEARD NO MORE TEARS AND ANGEL .EVEN THOUGH I WAS YOUNG THAT VOICE STAYED WITH ME THEN I HEARD AINT NO NEED TO WORRY WITH THE WINANS AND THAT WAS ALL SHE WROTE I WAS HOOKED.EVER SINCE THEN IVE BEEN A FANATIC OF THIS LADY AND SHE GIVES A HELL OF A SHOW, CANT NOBODY TOUCH ANITA HANDS DOWN

A classic revisited........2004-05-23

When first released in 1983, "The Songstress" was dismissed by many as an over-arranged and uninspired album. Despite including the Top 10 R&B hit single "Angel" the album itself faded rather quickly from the charts and such Quiet Storm gems as "Sometimes","You're The Best Thing Yet" and "Will You Be Mine?" got virtually no airplay (it's also worth noting that this album was originally released by Beverly Glen Records- a tiny Los Angeles-based independent label that could not market or promote its artists like the major labels). "The Songstress" nonetheless remains an essential part of any Anita Baker and/or Quiet Storm music fan's library.

Sweet Potato Queens' Big-Ass Box of Music

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SWEET SWEET SWEET POTATO Q'S
I want to see this on Broadway!!
As Much Fun As You Can Legally Have

Sweet Potato Queens' Big-Ass Box of Music
Kacey Jones
Manufacturer: Igo Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

General | Contemporary Country | Country | Styles | Music

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Never Wear Panties to a Party
The Sweet Potato Queens' Book of Love
The Sweet Potato Queens' Wedding Planner/Divorce Guide
The Sweet Potato Queens' Big-Ass Cookbook (and Financial Planner)
The Sweet Potato Queens' Field Guide to Men: Every Man I Love Is Either Married, Gay, or Dead

ASIN: B0000CBLC0
Release Date: 2003-10-07

Tracks:

Well-Behaved Women Rarely Make History
How Do You Like These Babies Now?
Lolling in the Tub
How Far Can We Go Crazy?
I Could Get Over Him (if i could get under you)
Oh, Holy Smoke!
Never Wear Panties to a Party
This Dress
Gimme A Younger Man
Be Particular
Never Give 'em Any
Show Up Naked, Bring Beer!
I Don't Want Someone Like You
Women Are The Rhythm Of The World
Here's Lookin' at You, Naked
We All Need To Get Laid
I Wanna Be A Sweet Potato Queen
Give Me The Chance
The SPQ Parade Anthem
Never Give 'em Any (Bonus Version!)
Lolling in the Tub (Bonus Version!)

Customer Reviews:

SWEET SWEET SWEET POTATO Q'S.......2006-03-19

This is the most uplifting music I've ever heard. If you're having one of those burdensome days, fire this up and see how fast you begin to laugh. Finally we (ladies) have one on the men. I've ordered for all my closest sisters/daughters/friends. If you take life seriously, don't buy it. Otherwise, order it and enjoy. I'd really rate it 5+.

I want to see this on Broadway!!.......2005-12-31

This CD had me laughing and dancing and singing along the very first time I listened to it. Now I want to see it on Broadway -- Sweet Potato Queens' Big-As Broadway Review! It did seem like two tracks (I Don't Want Someone Like You and Give Me a Chance) were out of place here. They are good torch songs but don't match the rollicking, happy-in-my-own-skin attitude of the other tracks. I know I'll be buying other CDs from this performer.

As Much Fun As You Can Legally Have.......2003-11-27

Kacey Jones, whether "live" or on CD is about as much fun as you can have without getting arrested ! I bought this CD on a whim and enjoyed it immediately. By a strange twist of fate, the Nashville-based singer / songwriter / humorist / producer / arranger was appearing in my area within days of purchasing the CD. Her live show was a blast ! Kacey has a great sense of humor, although she can turn out a great "serious" tune equally well. Her arrangements cover many different styles of music, so there's a little something to please many different tastes. I've since acquired all of her CDs and recommend anything she puts out. If Kacey records it, I'll buy it ! Check out her website at: www.KaceyJones.com for more info on this very, very funny and talented performer.

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Living in Question...The Answer!!!!!!!
A NEW VESSEL FOR HAWAIIAN TRADITION

Living in Question
Living in Question
Manufacturer: Lazy Bones
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music

General | Rock | Styles | Music

Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music
ASIN: B0000C504Y
Release Date: 2003-08-19

Tracks:

...
Euphly
Oil
My Mother Was A Sun Worshiper
Tradition
Somebody Else
Ms. Directed
Sad Story
What It Feels Like
If You Want It You'll Get It
Find My Way
Dealing With Char Siu
Trouble
Aubrey
Overrated

Customer Reviews:

Living in Question...The Answer!!!!!!! .......2005-04-03

THE ULTIMATE ISLAND ROCK BAND!!!!!Their debut recording on indie label LAZY BONES fuses hard rock with an "island vibe" to perfection. Check out "TRADITION" and "IF YOU WANY IT YOU"LL GET IT". LIQ keeps it interesting by mixing the brew with electronic/rock instrumentals "MY MOTHER WAS A SUN WORSHIPPER" and "DEALING WITH CHAR SIU". Overall a great first effort. But to really appreciate the LIQ ENERGY check out their latest release "GREEN" also available on LAZY BONES RECORDINGS. In my experience LIQ is best experienced live...check 'em out!!!!

A NEW VESSEL FOR HAWAIIAN TRADITION.......2004-06-12

It can be taken with some skepticism, a band that tells the legendary story of the Islands through riffs reminiscent of Finger Eleven, Dishwalla, and all genre's in between. The heavy tracks "If you want it you'll get it" and "Tradition" are somehow beautifully balanced by the melodic "Find My Way" and "Aubrey". The tracks fill a niche that was once occupied by the infamous IZ ("of the islands"), but now can appeal to a more suburban-rock audience.

Tracks:

(Before the Monsoon) Better Than That
(The Mountains) Song For Merlin
(The Tropics) Give Her a Reason
(The Veldt) He Can Stay
(The Sea) Eventhough They Know
(The Fire) Andy
(The Horse) Steer Clear
(the Desert) When You Want It
(The Leopard) Show You
(The Meadow) Then I'm Sure You'll See

Album Description

"..beautiful vocal talent..bluesy rock sounding music. Check out this CD"- Yesterday's Papers..."life in the wild"..girl power..straight forward rock in the company of legends.."-D Day Records"..A real song bird. Finally! Love Rock with a love of nature..neo-psychedelic,bluesy,rootsy rock..Vocals are enchanting..representative of modern consciousness. Catches the spirit of the times."-Bigo Mag, Singapore. "..primitive crossover-country rock..showcasing the songwriting abilities of guitar songstress Melanie Ray..influences of Pete Townsend are in evidence...The addition of unconventional tones and nature sounds make this a recommended listen."-DWM Music Company "...dig this neo-Blondie lead singer and the groovy little vibe the bandputs together. Saxophones, breathy songs...." "..the delivery is as raw as anything Velvet Underground legend Mo Tucker has managed.."-The New York Review of Records."..alternative or soft style of rock and roll with a hint of country..the guitar work is very good..portion of the profits goes to animal protection groups... I like the CD .." -Bluesman Fanzine

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cool

Humanisms

Manufacturer: Sway Gypsy Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

General | Folk | Styles | Music

General | Pop | Styles | Music

Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music

General | Folk | Indie Music | Stores | Music

General | Pop | Indie Music | Stores | Music
ASIN: B00004TEZF
Release Date: 1999-07-01

Tracks:

These True Things
Stranded
Always & Forever
Shining Bright as the Sun
Like You
Sleepless
Time Will Stay
From Back Here
In the Arms of Tomorrow
A Song for Free
Gone and Going

Customer Reviews:

cool.......2000-08-01

jessica is a new and upcoming artist! listen to her!

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Trinity

Manufacturer: bjazz.com records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music

General | Jazz | Styles | Music

Traditional Vocal Pop | Broadway & Vocalists | Styles | Music

General | Alternative Rock | Indie Music | Stores | Music

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Ask Me Now

ASIN: B000AB51QW
Release Date: 2005-06-01

Tracks:

Alexandra Leaving
Little One
If Its Magic
April 14
Avec le Temps
1,000 Kisses Deep
Junkman
She Speaks
Between
Crazy Love
I Fall In Love Too Easily
Trinity

Product Description

Barbara Montgomery has gained a solid reputation as a sultry songstress, once described by a reporter as an ice cream blond with a black coffee jazz voice. The truth is yes her voice is alluring, and her sound sensuous. But to qualify this gifted artist as only a jazz singer is a misnomer, for her music increasingly stretches across musical boundaries into the realm of humanity. With her fifth release, entitled Trinity (2005 -- bjazz.com records, a division of Mr. Bean and Bumpy Music, Inc.), Montgomery takes us on a journey into the felicity and pathos which comprises the human condition. The album was lovingly co-produced by Montgomery with her partner, distinguished jazz pianist Aaron Graves; Graves arranged all the tracks, and five of the songs were written by the duo. As its name implies, Trinity is a spiritual compilation which evokes a range of human emotions grief and sadness, longing and desire, resilience and belief. Montgomery and Graves are joined on the CD by some of todays most gifted musicians, and the result is a poignant, jubilant and thoughtful recording which reinforces the continuity and commonality that exists among us all. Trinity consists of twelve tracks of varied musical lineage, all a testament to the resiliency of the human spirit in the midst of darkness.

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The Songstress
Lacee
Manufacturer: Jea/Right Now
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

General | Blues | Styles | Music

General | Soul | R&B | Styles | Music
ASIN: B000EQ46PU
Release Date: 2006-04-18

Tracks:

You-Gon-Make Me (Clown About My Man)
Sweetest Hangover
Every Day Is a Heartache
I'm in Over My Head
Woman Knows
Straight Up and Fly Right
Two Wrongs Don't Make It Right
Ooh Wee - Archie Love
Dr. Feelgood
I'm Tired
You-Gon-Make Me [Remix]

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LYSA ROCKS!!!!!
Support Independent Music & Bring Your Love!
a rockin' latin female voice that knows how to write

Tree Of Hope
Lysa Flores
Manufacturer: Bring Your Love
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

General | Folk | Styles | Music

Latin Pop | Latin Music | Styles | Music

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General | Folk | Indie Music | Stores | Music

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The Making of a Trophy Grrrl!

ASIN: B00004TWH6
Release Date: 2000-07-18

Tracks:

Happy 4 me
Queen of the Blvd
Tree of Hope
Beg Borrow & Steal
Matisse
Arizona Winds
Dollar Drink Night Dude
Moms Song
Half of you
king tongue
out of my head

Customer Reviews:

LYSA ROCKS!!!!!.......2001-04-22

She's been compared to so many female vocalists, the comparisons have become meaningless. Lysa Flores creates...with words, with music, with her voice...images and moods that surround us. Lots of people will know and love "Beg, Borrow and Steal" from the Star Maps soundtrack - it has an open-hearted, lusty sentimentality that makes me believe in love. But other songs are just as great if not better - "Queen of the Boulevard" brings a girl driving solo through the mean streets of L.A. to the whole world; "Tree of Hope" evokes Chican@ heroes Diego and Frida in a tragically happy folk dance. Lysa doesn't fit into any category - she is the future of music.

Support Independent Music & Bring Your Love!.......2000-08-10

For her self starting work ethic and her thinking-persons music, Flores has been justly compared to Joni Mitcell, P.J. Harvey, Patti Smith, & Exene Cervenka. GEORGE Magazine featured Lysa for "combating stereotypes about her heritage while promoting her philosophy of independence & love." Newsweek Magazine said she was one of the "20 Latinos to look out for in the year 2000." The Los Angeles Times calls Tree of Hope "feminist rock at its best!" Tree of Hope(named after a Frida Kahlo painting) explores biculturalism, love, & social issues, while exploring Flores's talent as a rockin' guitarist and an exceptional singer. BUY THIS CD! It is a must have in your music collection. Did I mention it features D.J. Bonebrake of the band X? Chicana.com wrote -"This album is a masterpiece - an exploration of alternative pop music forms, complete with a chicana twist...

a rockin' latin female voice that knows how to write.......2000-07-08

Lysa Flores,is a multi-talented latin songwriter/singer who can not only rock in her alternative style but hits home on ballads with searing lyrics.

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Dreamin

Manufacturer: Kathy Zimmer
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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Release Date: 2005-04-12

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Soulmates

Manufacturer: Pacific St Records
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