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Groove Theory - Groove Theory (1995) 
Groove Theory - Groove Theory (1995) Groove Theory's self-titled debut was breath of fresh air when it first hit in the fall of 1995. Its lead single "Tell Me" quickly stormed up the charts, becoming a '90s classic and a mainstay in R&B playlists to this day. It was also people's first introduction to young alterna-soul starlet Amel Larrieux. Her voice was distinguishable. Both loopy and mystic, it complimented well with Bryce's mid-90s style of urban soul. What was refreshing about this LP was its sound -- classic yet up-to-date with a tinge of ruggedness. Smooth grooves and melodic vocals maintained the album's 'laxed vibe -- especially on cuts like "Keep Tryin'" and "Ride." Plus, the sparkle of "Hello It's Me" can't be denied. Amel and Bryce have since disbanded, each onto other ventures, but this album almost a decade out the box remains a must listen. . [Edited 10/26/04 19:59pm] | |
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Groove Theory - Groove Theory (1995) Groove Theory's self-titled debut was breath of fresh air when it first hit in the fall of 1995. Its lead single "Tell Me" quickly stormed up the charts, becoming a '90s classic and a mainstay in R&B playlists to this day. It was also people's first introduction to young alterna-soul starlet Amel Larrieux. Her voice was distinguishable. Both loopy and mystic, it complimented well with Byron's mid-90s style of urban soul. What was refreshing about this LP was its sound -- classic yet up-to-date with a tinge of ruggedness. Smooth grooves and melodic vocals maintained the album's 'laxed vibe -- especially on cuts like "Keep Tryin'" and "Ride." Plus, the sparkle of "Hello It's Me" can't be denied. Amel and Byron have since disbanded, each onto other ventures, but this album almost a decade out the box remains a must listen. Amel Lareiux new album - Bravebird is wonderful musical experience. | |
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I couldn't stop listening to Groove Theory when they first came out...I wish they stuck around and made more music, I agree with everything said up there in the post. | |
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YES YES YES--This is a topic I well educated in.
This CD was the soundtrack to my high school years. EVERYDAY I would play this while doing chores. Her lyrics had heart. It seems now that her lyrics are contrived. Like she is trying to hard to be different. But back then I could relate to everything she was talking about like wanting to just up and leave town in "Ride", confronting a crush in "Hey U" (I LOVED that song when I was 16),leaving high school in "Time Flies", and finding and giving thanks to your true love in "Didja know". This CD had mostly keyboard production, but it sounded good and fresh. It worked. I'm telling you her and Bryce had something with that sound they had. (BTW his name is Bryce not Byron). She kind of needs to go back to that. Bryce tried to continue on with groove theory after she lafet with some chick named Makeda or something like that. But the single tanked and the album was never released. You can see a pic of what could have been at http://www.grovetheory.com What I admired most about Amel is that she is classy. Beautiful and not slutty. She was SOOOOO my role model back in high school. When I finally got to meet her I cried like a punk. She teared up too and gave me 2 hugs. Yeah, it was a mess. On top of that her band was laughing at me...  Thank You San Alejo for getting rid of my enemies. :-0
Thank You SO much Saint Expedite for your help 
Thank You Virgin de Guadalupe for helping my friend
Thank You Saint Anthony for returning my wallet to me untouched |
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I'm stupid, yo. I had no idea that was Amel. But I love the song, "Tell Me". | |
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JANFAN4L said:
Groove Theory - Groove Theory (1995) Groove Theory's self-titled debut was breath of fresh air when it first hit in the fall of 1995. Its lead single "Tell Me" quickly stormed up the charts, becoming a '90s classic and a mainstay in R&B playlists to this day. It was also people's first introduction to young alterna-soul starlet Amel Larrieux. Her voice was distinguishable. Both loopy and mystic, it complimented well with Bryce's mid-90s style of urban soul. What was refreshing about this LP was its sound -- classic yet up-to-date with a tinge of ruggedness. Smooth grooves and melodic vocals maintained the album's 'laxed vibe -- especially on cuts like "Keep Tryin'" and "Ride." Plus, the sparkle of "Hello It's Me" can't be denied. Amel and Bryce have since disbanded, each onto other ventures, but this album almost a decade out the box remains a must listen. . [Edited 10/26/04 19:59pm] baby luv remix!
i have this somewhere.ill try and dig it out and give it a listen. | |
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