DON BRYANT – DON’T GIVE UP ON LOVE
The first album in decades from Memphis soul legend Don
Bryant – a singer who hardly even gave us any recordings back when he was in
his prime! Don was one of the lesser lights at the famous Hi Records – not as
successful as Ann Peebles or Al Green, but steeped in the same wonderful sound
as those great artists – and still going wonderfully strong after all these
years! In fact, the album almost feels more like some lost Hi tapes from
Bryant's glory days than a contemporary set – as his voice is wonderful, the
songs are tight, and both the production and instrumentation have just the
right sort of classic approach – soulful, but without overstating things in any
sort of cloying "resurrection" mode. Instead, Don's just right on
top, and right in the pocket – doing his thing wonderfully on titles that
include "Don't Give Up On Love", "I Got To Know",
"First You Cry", "It Was Jealousy", "Something About
You", "Can't Hide The Hurt", "One Ain't Enough", and
"A Nickel & A Nail". ~ Dusty Groove
SAMIRA GIBSON – REFLECTIONS OF MIRA
The young gifted and talented petite frame vocalist was born
in New York N.Y, on December 7. Samira began her journey of music early,
singing since the young age of 5. Coming from a very musically inclined family
it was easy for Samira to take her place. She began writing music at 14 years
of age. Growing up and even today, some of her major influences responsible for
her very unique style of singing are Stevie Wonder; Donny Hathaway; Jill Scott;
Erykah Badu; Lauryn Hill; India Arie; Beyoncé Knowles and many more. Samira is
a three time winner at the World Famous Apollo Theater. Industry professionals
such as Queen Latifah,Debra Cox and Ashford & Simpson slated her to be this
nations next big star. From Opera to Gospel; singing in over four different languages
Samira sings from the corners of her heart. This multi-talented young woman has
graced the stage as not only a vocalist but also an actress featuring in
several musical theatrical productions including, “Your Arms Are Too Short To
Box With God”, also featuring Dr.Cissy Houston and Desire Colman. Samira
completed training at Harlem School of the Arts on a full scholarship. She
graduated from the Professional Performing Arts High School in New York City as
a vocal major. Samira has performed for and with stars such as Donnie
McClurkin; Cece Winans; Ashford&Simpson; Ben Vareen; Mike Bloomberg; Plies;
Debra Cox; Chaka Khan; Mary J Blige; Elle Varner and many more. Once you’ve met
Samira you can appreciate the quote, “Big things truly come in small packages.”
DE-LIGHTFUL AND SOULFUL: DEEP MOVER (VARIOUS ARTISTS)
A slice of soul you might never expect – early
work from the De-Lite label, a company better-known for their famous club hits
of the late 70s – but starting out here with an amazing array of deep soul 45s!
The music is a wonderful contrast to the disco and club of the label's fame –
and showcases an immediate commitment to singers who could really knock it out
of the park – with vocals that rival the sounds coming from southern labels
like Stax, or some of the more famous productions on Atlantic – which is a huge
surprise if you only know the De-Lite recordings by Kool & The Gang or The
Kay-Gees! 25 tracks in all – all super-rare – and titles include "Keep
Away" by The Appointments, "Look What You Done For Me" by Contributors
Of Soul, "Oh Girl" by Johnny Washington, "Need You Girl" by
Fred Cole, "I Wish It Would Rain" by Beverly Hammonds, "Say
So" by La Jay Alexander, "Everlasting Love" by Johnny
Washington, "I Saw You There" by The Appointments, "I Smell
Trouble" by Johnny De'Vigne, "I'll Always Love You" by Felton
Burks, "Send Her Back" by Sammy Taylor, "When A Woman Loves A
Man" by Jean Battle, "Tender Loving Care" by Joe Kennedy, and
"I Got To Get Close To You" by Yvonne Daniels. ~ Dusty Groove
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