"Evolution of a Love Affair Volume 1" by Duprai Marcel (R&B Artist from New York City, New York(NY))

"Evolution of a Love Affair Volume 1" by Duprai Marcel is an urban R&B pop album that features a soulful voice and a very modern sound. The songs on this excellent CD jump out at you. Marcel's voice is timeless, and the arrangements are full of catchy hooks that you'll want to sing and dance to. "Evolution of a Love Affair Volume 1" features Marcel's distinct urban R&B vocals and overall sound. His powerful delivery with cutting edge accompaniment will remind you musically of R. Kelly and Usher. The excellent production value readies the album for any sound medium. Highlights include the opener, "Dreams," which establishes hip-hop and R&B vibes and gives the listener an intimate taste of the artist's voice. "Hit Me Up" is ready to hit the club, with a fat beat and extreme shake-ability. "My Baby" closes things out with a great little soul number with a jazzy/bluesy flavor. If you enjoy modern R&B and talented male vocalists, start a new "Love Affair" with Duprai Marcel.

-William
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"Dope New Soul Cats" by Clev & LinX (R&B Artist from British Columbia, Canada)

"Dope New Soul Cats" by Clev & LinX is a dub hip-hop/R&B album featuring creative arrangements and a cutting edge sound. Among the endless elements and influences that make up the sound this duo creates are smooth jazz, funk, Latin, R&B, hip-hop and electronica, creating an overall sound similar to Wyclef Jean or Curtis Mayfield. The true talent these guys have is the ability to combine so many different things and make it work. The concept is clear and the album is consistent. The production quality is excellent. "Dope New Soul Cats" is very well mixed and ready for both club and radio play. Highlights include "Clouds Uptown," which has a smooth, "cool cat" sax and a tight beat. "Ghetto Espanole" features some quirky, Cee-Lo-esque vocals, a Latin flair, and a driving beat. "Fat Soul" is a down home and dirty head bobber that combines a hip-hop beat with a horn section and Latin guitar. Fans of dub hip-hop paired with any of a variety of world genres, you'll enjoy this excellent CD.

-William
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"Method to the Madness" by Téa (R&B Artist from Canada)

"Method to the Madness" by Téa is an outstanding worldly pop fusion EP featuring Téa's strong voice and refreshing sound. Téa has a definite presence in her voice and her personality shines through it. The arrangements are a creative fusion of jazz and pop. The songs are well layered, have nice changes and are well produced. The quality of the recordings are excellent and the mix really jumps out of the speakers. Above all, the album has a really great energy. Highlight include "7 Ways," on which Téa's voice sounds great, and the song itself is very catchy. "The Lesson" is a powerful song with a gutsy vocal performance. The title track "Method to the Madness" has a nice hook and an airy mysterious quality to it, while maintaining a poppy listenability. If you enjoy Macy Gray and Amy Winehouse, you'll love this excellent CD.

-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team

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“Love On My Mind” by Movin’ Melvin Brown (R&B Artist from Texas(TX))

"Love On My Mind" by Movin' Melvin Brown is a passionate and soulful collection of R&B love songs that have a refreshing sound that will remind you of outstanding male R&B artists of the 60s and 70s. The title-track kicks off this CD with an overdose of emotion and sincerity. Through this heart-felt ballad, listeners are immediately introduced to Melvin's vintage-toned, expressive vocals. "If I'm Not Living Here" ventures into the easy-listening arena, contains a beautiful lead acoustic guitar riff, and shows off Melvin's lower register. Testifying to this album's diversity, "It Just Takes Time" flaunts a bluesy-jazz feel and displays very skillful instrumentation. Furthermore, these lyrics shine with poetic beauty. "The Next Level" features a contagious rhythmic groove that will have your body moving to the beat. This collection provides a beautiful soundscape for an evening of love and passionate romance. Fans of soulful R&B male performers of the 60s and 70s will love this one.

-Xavier P.
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"Love Affair" by Drea (R&B Artist from New York(NY))

"Love Affair" by Drea is an excellent R&B album with eclectic influences and a soulful vibe. Drea's voice is very seasoned and mature. She's got a great "Old Soul" quality. She has been around music all of her life and it shows. The sound is made up of subtle hints of jazz and house fused with traditional R&B. There are rich harmonies throughout the tracks of this CD. Quality-wise the album sounds great and is well produced and filled with innovative rhythms and sounds. Highlights include "Get your Shh," with a wicked house bass, cool ambient accents and nice vocal layering. "Secrets" slows things down a bit and features some nice jazz guitar work. "Alone" has a deep beat with nice accent variations and a nice vocal performance. If you enjoy finding up-and-coming R&B artists, check out this CD.

-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team

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"Where Were You?" by Kartinya (R&B Artist from New Jersey(NJ))

"Where Were You?" is the latest single from Soulful R&B artist Kartinya. This track definitely leaves you wanting to hear more. The sound is fresh and Kartinya's voice is beautiful and packs a punch. The song has a thick beat and the instrumentation is subtle and yet interesting. It nicely showcases this Diva's voice. The song has a "Tell It To Ya" attitude and urges you to want to sing along. Her lyrics are original and her delivery rolls right off the tongue. This single is definitely radio ready, as the production value is excellent. If you enjoy female R&B artists, such as Mary J. Blige and Beyonce' Knowles, you will enjoy this single.

-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team

 

 

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