The Esoteric Movement

Editorial Reviews
About the Artist
Born and raised in Rahway, New Jersey, Eric grew up in a creative household, where there were sports for him and the arts for his older sister. Often during the week, little brother had to tag along with his big sis while she practiced for school plays and took vocal lessons. It didn't take long for the inevitable performing "bug" to bite. By age 5, Eric had begun his path down artistic lane.

Product Description
To know me, is to know that music is my life! Not only do i consider myself a student of how authentic music used to be done, but also a visionary for where it needs to go in order to stay creative and true. The word "esoteric" is defined as something that is "meant to be understood by only a chosen few." This album embraces that concept. I am totally uncompromising in my craft, and the passion i have for music has been described in a similar fashion. This is my way of expressing artistic freedom. I welcome you into my world - my way of life, my thoughts, and my opinions. ENJOY

The Esoteric Movement,Eric Roberson

The Esoteric Movement

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OLD REVIEW from 2001

In a class by himself... a sound for only a chosen few

Thank Goodness...

Music For Grown Folks

Thank GOD!

The Esoteric Movement

ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

General | R&B | Styles | Music
General | R&B | Indie Music | Stores | Music
ASIN: B00005MCWC
Release Date: 2001-06-15

Tracks:

Genesis
4U
Please Don't Leave Me
Morning After
Crazy
Rain On My Parade
Miles Away
Funny Feelings
She Went Away
What Is Love Made Of
New Born Child
Woman

Album Description

To know me, is to know that music is my life! Not only do i consider myself a student of how authentic music used to be done, but also a visionary for where it needs to go in order to stay creative and true. The word "esoteric" is defined as something that is "meant to be understood by only a chosen few." This album embraces that concept. I am totally uncompromising in my craft, and the passion i have for music has been described in a similar fashion. This is my way of expressing artistic freedom. I welcome you into my world - my way of life, my thoughts, and my opinions. ENJOY

Customer Reviews:

OLD REVIEW from 2001.......2006-05-14

I am a music fan and i will buy just about any Cd that catches my attention. During the summer time, i was in Sam Goody's Music store buying cds and i heard music playing throughout the store. Immediately this man's voice caught my attention. I than asked who is this man. They told me it was Eric Roberson but his album was not released at that moment. The man behind the counter told me that he knew ER and reccommended that i buy the album. Weeks later i brought his album.
Its so funny the best music that we ever hear in our lives come from the people that we never hear about. I mean this guy is local and no one really knows him and it just amazes me at how talented this guy is and no one has heard of him.
Every song on that cd is nice. He kind of reminds me of Jill Scott. When i brought her Cd i had no idea of who she was and months later i started to hear her name all over the place. Its the same thing with Eric Roberson. I attend college in NJ and everyone that knows me stop and knock on my door and say "kk who is that you are playing". I simply reply by saying "My friend Eric Roberson". They ask me who is that and i say I don't know. All i know is that he is from NJ and his Cd is lovely.

I had to add this review with my rest. since 2001, I had to change to a different account and wanted to keep this review i gave on this guy in 2001.
I love Eric. 5 years later, I don't I found anyone else that did it for me the way that he did. This was a break out CD.

or me.

In a class by himself... a sound for only a chosen few.......2005-12-28

Eric Roberson is an artist whom I would purchase without hesitation. He is not a mainstream artist, and that is a wonderful thing. He has his own sound, and is someone who will withstand the test of time. I own all three of his CD's and I can tell you that to not have them, my collection would be incomplete. He tells a story in a manner which many artists simply cannot. This is a CD truly for the mature folk who like to groove to a sound that has no time limitations. It sounds good today, yesterday, and in many years to follow. Definitely one of the top 5 artists in the neo soul arena.

Thank Goodness..........2005-04-18

With the state of R&B today, thank goodness there is Eric Roberson and a few others holding true to their musical creativity! I'm sure it would be easy to simply give in and take the money and let the industry dictate your style, but he refuses to budge and for that he gets a standing O! He's talented beyond belief...his lyrics, grooves, hooks and storytelling is second to none! Pick any of his CD's and I guarantee you will be grooving in no time at all and wondering..how in the heck you missed him and what took you so long to catch on!

Everyone that I've turned on to him...is still thanking me profusely! The glowing reviews here are not just blowing smoke, they are all true and he's worth all the 5 stars, plus some!

Music For Grown Folks.......2005-01-06

For years now the only music in the African-American community has been created by or geared to young people and thugs. I am neither. If you go on any music site and search the word "ghetto" you will get nearly 2000 hits.

None of them will be Eric Roberson. Eric's music is far from bland. He has more soul in his little finger than most of the TOP 100. His songs are without expletives or crass content. But that's not what I like most about ERRO, its just what makes me able to listen to his music.

What I LOVE about Eric's music is that he tells stories in his songs. Instead of lyrics he provides background on how the song was written. Now that's an artist! His content is original. his music soothing (or funky) and his voice is amazing. "The Esoteric Movement" was his first project but released after The Vault 1.5. a more moody but excellent outing. Esoteric opens with some great driving jams like "4U" "Runaway" and "Crazy." He slows it down with amazing emotion with "Funny Feelings" and the soon to be anthem, "New Born Child."

I had the pleasure of meeting Eric and I was not surprised how full of love he is. Upon saying hello, I got a hug. Although he was just arriving at the venue, he took time to talk to me about his work and the show I was about to experience. When he came of stage more hugs as I congratulated him on a job well done. He told me I would have "fun" and he was right.

I have to thank ERRO for bringing me back to a genre I'd grown tired of. I could not bare to listen some hoochie sing about her baby daddy or some thug talking about who he was going to kill or sex. Eric has finally brought some "intelligent R&B" to the stage and I thank him.

Thank GOD!.......2004-05-01

This album is the manual for real R&B. A number of these songs will sound familiar because 112, Case, Musiq among others have used songs written by Eric Roberson. He pours out his heart and manages to maintain respect for himself, his listener and love. I had to search for this far and wide, but I found it. Every major label exec needs to listen to it before they call themselves trying to make a record... I have submitted to my contacts.

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I can still hear it . . .
I need a copy on CD

Eric Roberson- The Moon

ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD
ASIN: B000640VBS

Product Description

Early Eric Roberson- Impossible to find

Customer Reviews:

I can still hear it . . ........2005-10-23

I was completely blown away by Eric Roberson's "The Moon" on a late night request show in '94, but couldn't find it at all. I looked for it in Philly the next year, and was not surprised to find it all sold out. When his latest power started getting airplay, I scooped them, but "The Moon" was unforgettable. Still is. Until ER does a "Best of . . ." I'll be listening with my reel-to-reel ready.

I need a copy on CD.......2005-07-16

I truely love this song and the words. I have this song from when I taped it off of the radio back in 1994 (Old school style). I need it on CD. Please Help.