Have u guys heard the new cd from Amel? It's called Lovely Standards.
I can't believe they released this.....

Havne't heard it but I can definitely see why they released it - Neo Soul artists don't have any other real choice but to go after the Adult Contemporary market since Neo Soul doesn't sell that well.

Afronomical said:

Agreed. She writes great material. I've enjoyed her collaborations with Sade's band.

Afronomical said:

After u hear it, u may change your mind. Scale of 1 - 10.....I'd give it a 2.

Graycap23 said:

Damn, it's that bad?

MsLegs said:

Yeah, she should do an all Sweetback CD.

Afronomical said:

The Sweetback project was onpoint. It would be great if they'll tour sometime.

Afronomical said:

Ok....a 1.

i didn't particularly care for the 2nd Sweetback CD

datdude said:

The second album lacked the same zeal as the second.

Graycap23 said:

Graycap23 said:

oh NO, i am so disappointed to hear this! i love amel's music

Ottensen said:

I do as well but this cd is a sleeping pill. Yikes.

After further review.....a ZERO.

This is an album of jazz standards. Giving it a low rating because you want another neo-soul album or don't like jazz seems a little narrow-minded. Her voice and personal style make Amel stand out in the crowd. After producing several great soul albums, she chose to record some "lovely" arranged jazz standards (a style in which her voice works quite well). No, there aren't any upbeat songs here. But that does not mean the songs aren't any good. Not by a long shot. There are some beautiful songs on this album. Yeah, I agree her other work is great (Groove Theory, Sweetback and other solo albums), but I also think Lovely Standards is a nice addition to that already stellar catalog. Give the album a chance. Don't listen to one or two opinions. And if you're stuck in neo-soul land, keep listening to Amel's other albums and let everyone else enjoy the new one.

Afronomical said:

hell yes it's that bad. I listened to that shit and it's not even worth downloading. Her worst album yet, she seems to be getting worse and worse.

Her debut was hot and I can still blast it today:


[Edited 6/18/07 16:46pm]

Afronomical said:

sweetback should get with Sade first for another album first before collaborating with Amel.

pzlyprk said:

well i like jazz, but i don't think that she sings jazz well. it's not her forte in my opinion. I applaud her for taking the risk, but it's one risk that she shouldn't take anymore.

pzlyprk said:

I listened again....u are right. I'll give it a -1.

missfee said:

Poor thang. She just needs her some Bry-Bry one mo' 'gin.

missfee said:

Didn't they back her on Lovers Rock?

Afronomical said:

Yes. That was recorded before the second Sweetback album.

MsLegs said:

Thanks, sexy. I knew you'd CUM thru.

Afronomical said:

Open and ready.
[Edited 6/19/07 0:21am]

MsLegs said:

Bend over, touch ya toes, baby.

Afronomical said:

Put on me.

MsLegs said:

All right now.....

MsLegs said:

Graycap23 said:

Afronomical said: