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| 1. Ordinary Life |
| 2. Passing Parade |
| 3. Another Rendezvous |
| 4. Naked Soul |
| 5. I Will Be There |
| 6. Alive |
| 7. Sometimes I Feel |
| 8. Surrender |
| 9. I Know a Place |
| 10. Smoking Gun |
| 11. In Her Arms |
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Third album from Australian singer songwriter James MacDonald. Laughing Outlaw. 2004.
Music Lover
Now this is music. Aya does a fantastic job of pulling you in and once she does your hooked. The beats and vocals are amazing. I am really impressed. I will be on the look out for more of the "Flower."
Play her while you are in the tub, entertaining company, in the car, or making love.
Enjoy!
Now, onto Marques! This album is by far one of the very best since Immature/IMx and MH! It shows how he is maturing and experiencing what men go through. Their sexual appetite. I think it's sexy and nothing different from any other R&B male that bares their body! (hint hint D'Angelo, Usher Pretty Ricky go see one concert!)
Anyway, my favorite on this album is Everything! It is one of the most meaningful songs since Please Don't Go and All Alone. This song he really goes all out trying to express how much he loves this girl, that with all honesty no matter if they broke up or not I am jealous over this! He said "Girl you make whole you are my sister soul", I love it! I have every album from Immature to Imx Greatest hits.
Marques was always the stand out and I'm glad he's getting all the fame and money because those dudes never really added anything to the group. Kelton/LDB don't even greet his fans or try to touch their hands. All ego and he can't even sing! LOL! I stood there and watched, him treat some girls like that, all I could think is, thank god that's not me!
I still dream of meeting Marques, and just telling him how much I appreciate him keeping his music alive. When I am down his voice is so comforting, he gives me something to think about even if it doesn't happen. I have Veteran his new album also, my favorite songs are Circle and Miss Being Your Man. They are all day repeat songs. Keep up the good work Marques and congrats on debuting #1 for Veteran! Enjoy the success!
1-All because of You
2-Sex Wit You
3-Marriage
5-Naked
6-Do You Mind
11-Everything
I apoligize for sounding harsh, but think about it. Where's the talent? Where's the skill? What about the heart & soul? Where's the musical ambition? What about meaningful lyrics & nice beats? Where's his dignity? Where's hist artistic growth? I'm betting he threw all that & so much more out the window along with his tacky clothes. Marques, take this into account...YOU'RE NOT USHER AND YOU NEVER WILL BE, SO STOP TRYING!
I honestly tried really hard to force myself to like his song "All Because Of You", but I just couldn't convince myself to do it. There's not a single song on this entire album that has any true emotional depth. His other singles, "Naked" & "Sex Wit You" are absolutely pathetic attempts at explicit sexuality, with egomaniacle, ridicuously retarded videos to boot. As if the cheesy, sexual come-ons & emotionally devoid ballads were hard enough to bare, you have miserable club tunes to complain about here & there.
Marques Houston is a perfect example of why R&B goes downhills nowadays. Anybody with a slight fraction of a brain would be aware that he has no talent, and relies on his ugly mug & flabby gut to seek the attention of ditsy tween girls worldwide. Skip this album at ALL COSTS (AND I MEAN THAT LITERALLY)!
She picked songs that haven't been overdone or haven't been remade at all and made them her own, the only misstep is 'Purple Rain' it's not bad but there wasn't anything Randy could bring to this song...
Another great thing about this cd is the fact that REAL musicians are used!! which makes this cd even more enjoyable! Well done Randy!!
"Give Me the Night" is the standout track and received multi-format success at AC, jazz and r&b radio outlets. Randy Crawford transforms this George Benson classic into a song all her own. Also included on the CD is a remix of this song.
My favorite track on Naked and True is "Cajun Moon." Randy turns this J.J. Cale song into a smooth lament. Her vocals are mesmerizing and filled with emotion. She inspires fans to enjoy the journey that each track brings.
Also included are splendid reworkings of Prince's "Purple Rain," Joyce Sim's "Come into My Life," Patrice Rushen's "Forget Me Nots," and Simply Red's "Holding Back the Years."
If you are looking for the perfect CD to set the mood for a romantic evening, look no futher. Naked and True is the CD for you.
Overall, this CD is great and is good for both Dance music fans and other types of music fans also.
1) Yes! - a good song to start off the album (10/10)
2) The Need to Be Naked - this song is pretty good, but I think the remix is better (8/10)
3) Anyway (Men are from Mars) - its an OK song. it explains the differences of men and women basically (7/10)
4) You're Sent From Heaven - i think this song's pretty lovely =) (8/10)
5) Dirty Thoughts - one of my favorites..i especially like the acoustic guitar in this song (9/10)
6) He - for some reason..i didn't like this one very much..especially the intro =/ (4/10)
7) Sex without Sex - its an awesome song, that's all there is to say =) (9/10)
8) Sex in the City - pretty pop-ish to me, but it's still decent (7/10)
9) Don't Say Goodbye - beautiful song. the piano makes it even more beautiful =) (8/10)
10) Heavenly Proximity - same as previous track, but i don't really like the vocals as much in this one (7.75/10)
11) If There Would Be No Tomorrow - it's got a good message (8/10)
12) Love On You - didn't like this one very much either (6/10)
13) Sexual (Li Da Di) (Afterlife Chillout Remix) - sexual is one of my favorite songs of all time, actually i like all the remixes. but i think this sounds really nice, and you could relax to it =) (10/10)
14) Smile of My Child - i think this is the worst song on this album..the la la la la sounded kinda freaky to me (3/10)
15) The Need To Be Naked - honestly, this is the best Thunderpuss remix i have ever heard. most of them have overpowering beats that wash out the vocals, but this ones perfect! its very energetic and you can definitely dance to it! (10/10)
For the first time, Amber opens an album with a mood setting song, titled Yes. Radio stations made the mistake of not playing this song; it could have easily catapulted Amber to superstar status. There's a haunting quality about it; almost as if Amber herself is in a dream. Full of sweeping chords and syncopated backing rhythms, this song is one of my personal favorites of the album. (6/5)
The club hit The Need To Be Naked is the second track; this is the song that got me interested in Amber. Lyrically, there's nothing too innovative about this song. The lyrics are simple and easy to comprehend, and the title pretty much sums up the entire song. Needless to say, there's something special about this track that almost seduces you. Amber's breathy vocals in the chorus are a real tease, and I'm sure any male would love this song. (Personally, I think the Guido Osorio's Virgin Mix from the remix single of The Need To Be Naked is actually a better version than this one, although it's quite long) (5/5)
The third track Anyway (Men Are From Mars) is one of my favorites, and somehow in its simplicity you'll find yourself bobbing your head. It's a very cute track, almost melancholy in a way. The song is very catchy, and Amber does an excellent job of blending the vocal and instrumental arrangements for a complimenting effect. (5/5)
Though the fourth track You're Sent From Heaven is a beautiful song, I don't feel that Amber's vocal talent is best displayed here. There are moments of vocal greatness, but in general, she sounds slightly uncomfortable. Despite that, she still has the same conviction and emotion that you would expect from her when she sings. The end of this track is truly spectacular however, with a choir accompanying Amber on her ad-libbed vocals. (4/5)
Dirty Thoughts, the fifth track, is a song full of guilt, remorse and grief. Amber sounds much more at home here than on the previous track. The lyrics are beautifully written and the acoustic guitar arrangement is dazzling. This is probably the most heartfelt song on the album; the most sensitive song. The strings balance the ballad wonderfully. (5/5)
I applaud Amber for the sixth track He, although it feels somewhat out of place on such a sensual album. Quite simply, it's a song about God guiding her through her life. Such content brought criticism from many of her fans. Clearly, Amber took a risk including this song, however I admire her for it. As far as the musical arrangement of the song goes, it's a very well done dance number. With syncopated echoing keyboards and a jazzy baseline, Amber's vocals shine. (5/5)
The seventh track is yet another sensual anthem called Sex Without Sex. A tender and emotional song, the content could have easily been ruined had it not been written well. But Amber successfully took the idea of being totally in tune with someone's thoughts, feelings, wants and desires and transformed them it into a well written piece. She sounds whimsical in this tune, with very breathy vocals and an easy-going singing style. (5/5)
Love On You, the eighth track, is a little more innocent, but still a very sexy song. Lyrically, the verses are very generic and a little rugged when thrown together, although they still make plenty sense. Listening to this, especially if you have someone special next to you, you really will want to ditch work and `stay home for one day'. More laid back and slower than the previous track, there's plenty of lush chords backing Amber's once again breathy singing. (4/5)
The ninth track will remind older fans of Amber's previous work, and it's titled If There Would Be No Tomorrow. Going back to her more classic dance roots, Amber's vocals stand out in this song as the foundation of a very lively track. She has some fun with her singing, and the balance of strings and rock guitar make this one of the most memorable tracks on the album. This would have made a great single, however it was never remixed. (5/5)
At first listen, the tenth track Heavenly Proximity didn't have any special qualities. However, after listening to it several times, you begin to notice the delicate balance of the beautiful piano, strings, soft keyboard loops and deep bass that make this an inspiring song. In particular, the bridge portion of the song, which builds in volume and intensity, is gorgeous. Unfortunately, the musical descent after the buildup is a bit of a letdown, leaving the listener feeling a little incomplete. (5/5)
Although the title suggests another sensual tune, track eleven, Sex In the City, is a disco dance fest in which Amber vents about the stresses of constant changing relationships. Personally, this song doesn't appeal to me as much as the first two tracks of the album do, but it is very catchy and you'll find yourself humming it for hours. With surprising drum hits and many different types of percussion, this is primarily a drum loop song. The brass in the chorus is refreshing to hear. (4/5)
On track twelve, titled Don't Say Goodbye, Amber puts all her efforts into singing a beautiful slow ballad. As with previous slow tunes, while she never lacks for emotion, she just doesn't sound her best here. The song is still beautiful, with very intense chords and simple but heartfelt lyrics. While it's not one of her finest moments, it's still a very well done song. (3/5)
Track thirteen is the Sexual Afterlife Chillout Remix. This remix was the first version of Sexual I had ever heard, and it's a great warm version; initially I couldn't tell it was a remix. After hearing the original dance version of the song, I still don't prefer one or the other. This remix is very slow and subdued, with no percussion except a light hand drum loop. The lyrics flow smoothly with the sweeping keyboard effects; this song reminds me of something you might hear in an expensive massage parlor. (5/5)
Track fourteen, which is the last official song of the album, titled The Smile of My Child, is very cute in it's own way. Unfortunately, it doesn't sum up the album well, and it sounds like a song from a Broadway stage play. The song itself is nice, with all its live strings and glockenspiel toward the end; the child singing in the beginning and the end (I think it's actually Amber's son) is rather cute as well. The concept of the song is a sweet one and it's very heartfelt, but again, it's one of those songs that doesn't seem to fit with either Amber's voice or the rest of the album. (3/5)
The Thunderpuss remix of The Need To Be Naked is the fifteenth track, and it's a good thing she threw this in at the end, otherwise the album would not have been concluded well. As with all Thunderpuss remixes, it's very danceable, lively and full of impact. (5/5)
After hearing Amber's more recent work, you may notice that she sounds almost muted or timid in many of the songs included on this album. There are many great songs here, but too many experimental tracks that didn't allow Amber to show her true talent. In my opinion, the best songs on Naked are Yes, The Need To Be Naked, Anyway, He, Sex Without Sex and the Sexual remix. I suggest purchasing the remix singles for Yes, The Need To Be Naked and Anyway (Men Are From Mars), as they all have at least one great remix on them. And more than anything, I recommend Amber's newest release, My Kind of World; it's her best work yet!
In that light, the similar mood of the songs, the thick earthy vibe and the super-soulfulsensual vocals are actually perfect. It creates a constant mood over the full time frame of the CD, so you can simply escape to a world of raw unbridled sensuality. Taken individually only one or two of these songs are 5-stars. As a body of work - an album - they hold together impeccably and create the desired effect. You cannot assess them as "singles". That doesn't seem to have been the objective here. By the way the production is crisp and top-notch on every single track. You feel like you could have been in the studio with them, the sound has that much presense and life.
None of what I'm saying is rocket science. Jay Denes, (the creator of this album) has said as much in a couple of interviews as to what his objective was in creating it. If you open up the liner notes and read them, Jay Denes' dedication notes include a quote of Catherine Russell(one of the singers): "oh I understand, its a ---- record. OK, roll the tape". Hmmm...Does this have to be spelled out any more?
Jay Denes used a top notch crew of NYC funkateers, including Mark Anthony Jones (thefunkiestmanalive) on guitar, and Jonathan Maron (way, way underrated bass player from the Groove Collective). Bob Power (engineer/producer on Stetsasonic and De La Soul's classic album) appears here on guitat. Flutist Richard Worth of Groove Collective also appears on "Its love".
The singers (Ada Dyer and Catherine Russell) are not famous - but damn they SHOULD be. They give a master class here in deep soul singing. Not for them the rabid histrionics of Christina Aguilera Mariah Carey and a million misguided "Idol" contestants all over the world, but REAL modern soul singing, in CONTROLLED voice. if this were the 60's and not the MTV age, I suspect these women would be up there in fame with the Betty Wrights and Shirley Jones's.
I think they all did a perfect job. Lets put it this way: I had a lot of success putting this thing on random + auto repeat on my CD player when "friends" of the opposite sex came by! :-)
THAT IS THE BEST CD I HAVE EVER LISTENED TOO. IT IS AWESOME I HIGHLY RECOMMEND HIS CD.
Third album from Australian singer songwriter James MacDonald. Laughing Outlaw. 2004.
Naked Soul,James Macdonald,Laughing Outlaw,Rock/Pop,Singer/Songwriter
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Strange Flower
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ASIN: B0001XAOJI Release Date: 2004-05-11 |
Tracks:
- Looking For The Sun
- Slippin'
- Nobody Knows Me
- You're Not The Only One
- Uptown
- 45 Parade Place
- I'll Never Give In
- Do What You Want
- Afterhours
- Uptown (Dub)
- Put Your Faith In Us
- Sean
- Curtain Call
- Lullaby For Stephen
Product Description
1. Looking For The Sun
2. Slippin'
3. Nobody Knows Me
4. You're Not The Only One
5. Uptown
6. 45 Parade Place
7. I'll Never Give In
8. Do What You Want
9. Afterhours
10. Uptown (dub)
11. Put Your Faith In Us
12. Sean
13. Curtain Call
14. Lullaby For Stephen
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music lover.......2007-07-12
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Beautiful Music, beautiful voice!.......2007-06-12
Smooth Flowing Flower .......2007-05-25
Good Stuff, . .......2007-05-19
Laid Back.......2007-03-28
Now this is music. Aya does a fantastic job of pulling you in and once she does your hooked. The beats and vocals are amazing. I am really impressed. I will be on the look out for more of the "Flower."
Play her while you are in the tub, entertaining company, in the car, or making love.
Enjoy!
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Naked
Marques Houston Manufacturer: Umvd Labels ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Contemporary Blues
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ASIN: B0009IW96G Release Date: 2005-05-24 |
Tracks:
- All Because Of You
- Sex Wit You
- Marriage
- 12 O'Clock
- Naked
- Do You Mind
- Cheat
- I Wasn't Ready
- Something Else
- I Like It
- Everything
Customer Reviews:
STOP HATIN! THIS ALBUM IS HOT!.......2007-06-13
Now, onto Marques! This album is by far one of the very best since Immature/IMx and MH! It shows how he is maturing and experiencing what men go through. Their sexual appetite. I think it's sexy and nothing different from any other R&B male that bares their body! (hint hint D'Angelo, Usher Pretty Ricky go see one concert!)
Anyway, my favorite on this album is Everything! It is one of the most meaningful songs since Please Don't Go and All Alone. This song he really goes all out trying to express how much he loves this girl, that with all honesty no matter if they broke up or not I am jealous over this! He said "Girl you make whole you are my sister soul", I love it! I have every album from Immature to Imx Greatest hits.
Marques was always the stand out and I'm glad he's getting all the fame and money because those dudes never really added anything to the group. Kelton/LDB don't even greet his fans or try to touch their hands. All ego and he can't even sing! LOL! I stood there and watched, him treat some girls like that, all I could think is, thank god that's not me!
I still dream of meeting Marques, and just telling him how much I appreciate him keeping his music alive. When I am down his voice is so comforting, he gives me something to think about even if it doesn't happen. I have Veteran his new album also, my favorite songs are Circle and Miss Being Your Man. They are all day repeat songs. Keep up the good work Marques and congrats on debuting #1 for Veteran! Enjoy the success!
SINCE YOU'RE NAKED....YOU MAY WANT TO MODEL...........2007-02-27
Fairly Good.......2006-08-27
1-All because of You
2-Sex Wit You
3-Marriage
5-Naked
6-Do You Mind
11-Everything
Omarion's Cheaper, Less Talented Alternative.......2006-05-24
I apoligize for sounding harsh, but think about it. Where's the talent? Where's the skill? What about the heart & soul? Where's the musical ambition? What about meaningful lyrics & nice beats? Where's his dignity? Where's hist artistic growth? I'm betting he threw all that & so much more out the window along with his tacky clothes. Marques, take this into account...YOU'RE NOT USHER AND YOU NEVER WILL BE, SO STOP TRYING!
I honestly tried really hard to force myself to like his song "All Because Of You", but I just couldn't convince myself to do it. There's not a single song on this entire album that has any true emotional depth. His other singles, "Naked" & "Sex Wit You" are absolutely pathetic attempts at explicit sexuality, with egomaniacle, ridicuously retarded videos to boot. As if the cheesy, sexual come-ons & emotionally devoid ballads were hard enough to bare, you have miserable club tunes to complain about here & there.
Marques Houston is a perfect example of why R&B goes downhills nowadays. Anybody with a slight fraction of a brain would be aware that he has no talent, and relies on his ugly mug & flabby gut to seek the attention of ditsy tween girls worldwide. Skip this album at ALL COSTS (AND I MEAN THAT LITERALLY)!
Sensual, Seductive, Romantic.......2006-04-18
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Naked and True
Randy Crawford Manufacturer: Mesa / Bluemoon ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Contemporary Blues
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ASIN: B000002JVV Release Date: 1995-11-07 |
Tracks:
- Cajun Moon
- Give Me The Night
- The Glow Of Love
- Purple Rain
- Forget Me Nots
- I'll Be Around
- Joy Inside My Tears
- Come Into My Life
- What A Difference A Day Makes
- Holding Back The Years
- All The Kings Horses
- Give Me The Night (Chill Night Mix)
Customer Reviews:
A Cd of Cover Songs!.......2005-10-07
She picked songs that haven't been overdone or haven't been remade at all and made them her own, the only misstep is 'Purple Rain' it's not bad but there wasn't anything Randy could bring to this song...
Another great thing about this cd is the fact that REAL musicians are used!! which makes this cd even more enjoyable! Well done Randy!!
set the mood with Randy Crawford..........2005-06-06
"Give Me the Night" is the standout track and received multi-format success at AC, jazz and r&b radio outlets. Randy Crawford transforms this George Benson classic into a song all her own. Also included on the CD is a remix of this song.
My favorite track on Naked and True is "Cajun Moon." Randy turns this J.J. Cale song into a smooth lament. Her vocals are mesmerizing and filled with emotion. She inspires fans to enjoy the journey that each track brings.
Also included are splendid reworkings of Prince's "Purple Rain," Joyce Sim's "Come into My Life," Patrice Rushen's "Forget Me Nots," and Simply Red's "Holding Back the Years."
If you are looking for the perfect CD to set the mood for a romantic evening, look no futher. Naked and True is the CD for you.
Irresistable.......2001-02-03
First time listener.......1999-11-30
Solid, but ultimately disappointing despite her killer voice.......1999-02-04
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X-tra Naked
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ASIN: B0000028LV Release Date: 1992-09-29 |
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- Cocky Rim
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- Bedroom Bully
- Another One Program
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By the time Shabba released this sophomore Epic LP, his comedic sex machine persona was honed to perfection. From the opener, "Ting-a-ling"--a great uptempo dancehall jam--through the other 11 tracks, Xtra Naked lives up to its title with nonstop sex and microphone boasting. "Bedroom Bully" is fun, but, again, the duets with R&B artists, like "Slow and Sexy" with Johnny Gill, try too hard to cater to American tastes and come off as merely cheesy. Queen Latifah and Shabba in "What 'Cha Gonna Do?" seem to be voicing two different records. "Cocky Rim" is typically lewd, grimly so, with nary a hint of levitating wit. As for those over-the-top moans, groans, and "please don't stop's" in the background--puhlease, Shabba, puhlease! --Elena OumanoCustomer Reviews:
Rate music, please (this is for Richard).......2003-07-31
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Naked
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ASIN: B00006BTDH Release Date: 2002-08-20 |
Tracks:
- Yes
- The Need To Be Naked
- Anyway (Men Are From Mars)
- You're Sent From Heaven
- Dirty Thoughts
- He
- Sex Without Sex
- Love On You
- If There Would Be No Tomorrow
- Heavenly Proximity
- Sex & The City
- Don't Say Goodbye
- Sexual (Li Da Di) (Afterlife Chillout Remix)
- The Smile Of My Child
- The Need To Be Naked (Thunderpuss Remix Bonus Track)
Album Description
With 7 top 10 dance singles (3 were number 1) under her belt, Amber returns with her explosive 2002 album Naked. It's packed with hits including the single, 'Yes' which was #1 on the Billboard Dance Single Chart. The album features a bonus remix from Thunderpuss of 'The Need To Be Naked'.Customer Reviews:
YEAH! (or Yes!, whichever you prefer).......2005-12-14
You won't be disappointed. .......2005-09-05
Overall, this CD is great and is good for both Dance music fans and other types of music fans also.
Amber's Best Work To Date!.......2005-04-06
it's awesome!.......2004-12-24
1) Yes! - a good song to start off the album (10/10)
2) The Need to Be Naked - this song is pretty good, but I think the remix is better (8/10)
3) Anyway (Men are from Mars) - its an OK song. it explains the differences of men and women basically (7/10)
4) You're Sent From Heaven - i think this song's pretty lovely =) (8/10)
5) Dirty Thoughts - one of my favorites..i especially like the acoustic guitar in this song (9/10)
6) He - for some reason..i didn't like this one very much..especially the intro =/ (4/10)
7) Sex without Sex - its an awesome song, that's all there is to say =) (9/10)
8) Sex in the City - pretty pop-ish to me, but it's still decent (7/10)
9) Don't Say Goodbye - beautiful song. the piano makes it even more beautiful =) (8/10)
10) Heavenly Proximity - same as previous track, but i don't really like the vocals as much in this one (7.75/10)
11) If There Would Be No Tomorrow - it's got a good message (8/10)
12) Love On You - didn't like this one very much either (6/10)
13) Sexual (Li Da Di) (Afterlife Chillout Remix) - sexual is one of my favorite songs of all time, actually i like all the remixes. but i think this sounds really nice, and you could relax to it =) (10/10)
14) Smile of My Child - i think this is the worst song on this album..the la la la la sounded kinda freaky to me (3/10)
15) The Need To Be Naked - honestly, this is the best Thunderpuss remix i have ever heard. most of them have overpowering beats that wash out the vocals, but this ones perfect! its very energetic and you can definitely dance to it! (10/10)
Naked, But Natural Talent Is Often Missing.......2004-11-04
For the first time, Amber opens an album with a mood setting song, titled Yes. Radio stations made the mistake of not playing this song; it could have easily catapulted Amber to superstar status. There's a haunting quality about it; almost as if Amber herself is in a dream. Full of sweeping chords and syncopated backing rhythms, this song is one of my personal favorites of the album. (6/5)
The club hit The Need To Be Naked is the second track; this is the song that got me interested in Amber. Lyrically, there's nothing too innovative about this song. The lyrics are simple and easy to comprehend, and the title pretty much sums up the entire song. Needless to say, there's something special about this track that almost seduces you. Amber's breathy vocals in the chorus are a real tease, and I'm sure any male would love this song. (Personally, I think the Guido Osorio's Virgin Mix from the remix single of The Need To Be Naked is actually a better version than this one, although it's quite long) (5/5)
The third track Anyway (Men Are From Mars) is one of my favorites, and somehow in its simplicity you'll find yourself bobbing your head. It's a very cute track, almost melancholy in a way. The song is very catchy, and Amber does an excellent job of blending the vocal and instrumental arrangements for a complimenting effect. (5/5)
Though the fourth track You're Sent From Heaven is a beautiful song, I don't feel that Amber's vocal talent is best displayed here. There are moments of vocal greatness, but in general, she sounds slightly uncomfortable. Despite that, she still has the same conviction and emotion that you would expect from her when she sings. The end of this track is truly spectacular however, with a choir accompanying Amber on her ad-libbed vocals. (4/5)
Dirty Thoughts, the fifth track, is a song full of guilt, remorse and grief. Amber sounds much more at home here than on the previous track. The lyrics are beautifully written and the acoustic guitar arrangement is dazzling. This is probably the most heartfelt song on the album; the most sensitive song. The strings balance the ballad wonderfully. (5/5)
I applaud Amber for the sixth track He, although it feels somewhat out of place on such a sensual album. Quite simply, it's a song about God guiding her through her life. Such content brought criticism from many of her fans. Clearly, Amber took a risk including this song, however I admire her for it. As far as the musical arrangement of the song goes, it's a very well done dance number. With syncopated echoing keyboards and a jazzy baseline, Amber's vocals shine. (5/5)
The seventh track is yet another sensual anthem called Sex Without Sex. A tender and emotional song, the content could have easily been ruined had it not been written well. But Amber successfully took the idea of being totally in tune with someone's thoughts, feelings, wants and desires and transformed them it into a well written piece. She sounds whimsical in this tune, with very breathy vocals and an easy-going singing style. (5/5)
Love On You, the eighth track, is a little more innocent, but still a very sexy song. Lyrically, the verses are very generic and a little rugged when thrown together, although they still make plenty sense. Listening to this, especially if you have someone special next to you, you really will want to ditch work and `stay home for one day'. More laid back and slower than the previous track, there's plenty of lush chords backing Amber's once again breathy singing. (4/5)
The ninth track will remind older fans of Amber's previous work, and it's titled If There Would Be No Tomorrow. Going back to her more classic dance roots, Amber's vocals stand out in this song as the foundation of a very lively track. She has some fun with her singing, and the balance of strings and rock guitar make this one of the most memorable tracks on the album. This would have made a great single, however it was never remixed. (5/5)
At first listen, the tenth track Heavenly Proximity didn't have any special qualities. However, after listening to it several times, you begin to notice the delicate balance of the beautiful piano, strings, soft keyboard loops and deep bass that make this an inspiring song. In particular, the bridge portion of the song, which builds in volume and intensity, is gorgeous. Unfortunately, the musical descent after the buildup is a bit of a letdown, leaving the listener feeling a little incomplete. (5/5)
Although the title suggests another sensual tune, track eleven, Sex In the City, is a disco dance fest in which Amber vents about the stresses of constant changing relationships. Personally, this song doesn't appeal to me as much as the first two tracks of the album do, but it is very catchy and you'll find yourself humming it for hours. With surprising drum hits and many different types of percussion, this is primarily a drum loop song. The brass in the chorus is refreshing to hear. (4/5)
On track twelve, titled Don't Say Goodbye, Amber puts all her efforts into singing a beautiful slow ballad. As with previous slow tunes, while she never lacks for emotion, she just doesn't sound her best here. The song is still beautiful, with very intense chords and simple but heartfelt lyrics. While it's not one of her finest moments, it's still a very well done song. (3/5)
Track thirteen is the Sexual Afterlife Chillout Remix. This remix was the first version of Sexual I had ever heard, and it's a great warm version; initially I couldn't tell it was a remix. After hearing the original dance version of the song, I still don't prefer one or the other. This remix is very slow and subdued, with no percussion except a light hand drum loop. The lyrics flow smoothly with the sweeping keyboard effects; this song reminds me of something you might hear in an expensive massage parlor. (5/5)
Track fourteen, which is the last official song of the album, titled The Smile of My Child, is very cute in it's own way. Unfortunately, it doesn't sum up the album well, and it sounds like a song from a Broadway stage play. The song itself is nice, with all its live strings and glockenspiel toward the end; the child singing in the beginning and the end (I think it's actually Amber's son) is rather cute as well. The concept of the song is a sweet one and it's very heartfelt, but again, it's one of those songs that doesn't seem to fit with either Amber's voice or the rest of the album. (3/5)
The Thunderpuss remix of The Need To Be Naked is the fifteenth track, and it's a good thing she threw this in at the end, otherwise the album would not have been concluded well. As with all Thunderpuss remixes, it's very danceable, lively and full of impact. (5/5)
After hearing Amber's more recent work, you may notice that she sounds almost muted or timid in many of the songs included on this album. There are many great songs here, but too many experimental tracks that didn't allow Amber to show her true talent. In my opinion, the best songs on Naked are Yes, The Need To Be Naked, Anyway, He, Sex Without Sex and the Sexual remix. I suggest purchasing the remix singles for Yes, The Need To Be Naked and Anyway (Men Are From Mars), as they all have at least one great remix on them. And more than anything, I recommend Amber's newest release, My Kind of World; it's her best work yet!
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My Naked Soul
Terisa Griffin Manufacturer: My Naked Soul Productions ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B000KIBBK0 |
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Product received directly from the artist herself. The real deal!!!Customer Reviews:
My Naked Soul.......2007-03-08
My Naked Soul.......2006-12-12
AMAZINGLY.......2006-12-06
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Reconstructed Soul
Naked Music NYC Manufacturer: Om Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General
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ASIN: B00005NVJK Release Date: 2001-09-21 |
Tracks:
- Naked Spirits Mix
- King Kooba's Conscious Groove
- Love Is Everything
- What's On Your Mind?
- 6th Sense Dub
- Jay And Itaal's Afrorican Splendor
- Miguel Mig's Deluxe Soul Dub
- 3 AM
- Live Today
- Hernan's Dub Revolution
- Wamdue Dream Dub
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Electronic: The Original Naked Music Album 'what's on Your Mind' Gets the Remix Treatment on 'reconstructed Soul'.Customer Reviews:
a deep disappointment.............2001-10-10
In the booklet you can read: "a collection of of the finest sultry/sexy dance music - the ultimate audio aphrodisiac" ..I wonder where the aphrodisiac has been.. Sorry, but Om should continue to release the "OM Lounge" and "Mushroom Jazz" -stuff, which are great, but let the Naked-People do the Naked Sounds !!!
Remixalicious.......2001-09-26
A Remixed Classic!!!.......2001-09-21
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What's on Your Mind?
Naked Music NYC Manufacturer: Om Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General
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ASIN: B000006RA5 Release Date: 1998-06-23 |
Tracks:
- Prelude
- It's Love
- If I Fall
- Too Late
- What's On Your Mind?
- 3 A.M.
- Love Is Everything
- Show Me
- I'll Be Around
- Through Tryin'
- Live Today
- It's Love (Orig.)
- Bonus Track 1
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I found what I've been looking for..........2007-01-25
A Lot of People Don't Get It...........2005-03-25
In that light, the similar mood of the songs, the thick earthy vibe and the super-soulfulsensual vocals are actually perfect. It creates a constant mood over the full time frame of the CD, so you can simply escape to a world of raw unbridled sensuality. Taken individually only one or two of these songs are 5-stars. As a body of work - an album - they hold together impeccably and create the desired effect. You cannot assess them as "singles". That doesn't seem to have been the objective here. By the way the production is crisp and top-notch on every single track. You feel like you could have been in the studio with them, the sound has that much presense and life.
None of what I'm saying is rocket science. Jay Denes, (the creator of this album) has said as much in a couple of interviews as to what his objective was in creating it. If you open up the liner notes and read them, Jay Denes' dedication notes include a quote of Catherine Russell(one of the singers): "oh I understand, its a ---- record. OK, roll the tape". Hmmm...Does this have to be spelled out any more?
Jay Denes used a top notch crew of NYC funkateers, including Mark Anthony Jones (thefunkiestmanalive) on guitar, and Jonathan Maron (way, way underrated bass player from the Groove Collective). Bob Power (engineer/producer on Stetsasonic and De La Soul's classic album) appears here on guitat. Flutist Richard Worth of Groove Collective also appears on "Its love".
The singers (Ada Dyer and Catherine Russell) are not famous - but damn they SHOULD be. They give a master class here in deep soul singing. Not for them the rabid histrionics of Christina Aguilera Mariah Carey and a million misguided "Idol" contestants all over the world, but REAL modern soul singing, in CONTROLLED voice. if this were the 60's and not the MTV age, I suspect these women would be up there in fame with the Betty Wrights and Shirley Jones's.
I think they all did a perfect job. Lets put it this way: I had a lot of success putting this thing on random + auto repeat on my CD player when "friends" of the opposite sex came by! :-)
sad never felt so good.......2002-02-02
Gotta get this one.......2002-01-27
3.5 stars.......2001-12-10
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Naked
Marques Houston Manufacturer: Umvd Labels ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Contemporary Blues
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ASIN: B0009IW96Q Release Date: 2005-05-24 |
Tracks:
- All Because Of You
- Sex Wit You
- Marriage
- 12 O'Clock
- Naked
- Do You Mind
- Cheat
- I Wasn't Ready
- Something Else
- I Like It
- Everything
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I LOVE MARQUES HOUSTON.......2006-10-04
THAT IS THE BEST CD I HAVE EVER LISTENED TOO. IT IS AWESOME I HIGHLY RECOMMEND HIS CD.
marques houston .......2006-03-05
I Love It.......2005-09-29
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Dance the Marble Naked
Enchantment Manufacturer: Century Media ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General
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ASIN: B000005HLU Release Date: 1994-05-17 |
Tracks:
- Kneading With Honey
- My Oceans Vast
- Touch of a Crown
- Carve Me in Sand
- Summer for the Dames
- God Send
- Of Acorns That Gather
- Meadows [Instrumental]
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Doom Metal.......2004-05-28
Melodic doom-death for fans of Paradise Lost.......1999-06-29
Enchantment's class and style remain supreme!!!.......1999-06-12
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