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AL GREEN-LAY IT DOWN-LP of the YEAR No one is touching this. The new AL green LP is a accomplishment and a feat of supernatural abilities. Questlove & Poyser have made their calling card for every Legacy artist on the planet, in the same way that Rubin gave Johnny Cash his epic stripped down sound for the late 20th century.
Al Green has proved you can make magic still in the studio if you channel your soul correctly and effectively. The vocals are recorded amazingly. The engineering of this record is sonically natural as anything you could ever hope for. The sequence of tracks flows effortlessly. The musicianship is loose and organic. Even the collaborative duets with Bailey Rae,Anthony Hamilton,John Legend are fantastic. This record takes you to "Church". This one picks up where "Belle" left off and rightfully so these guys have created a classic for our time. Not only that but succeeding with duets and all *NEW* material. The Dap Kings deserve praise for their horn arrangements and contribution they have on this record. James Poyser has smacked every single naysayer in this building of what he is capable of doing. You can't "F" with him. Larry Gold has given you String orchestrations that every Al Fan or Purist or Elitist is going to have to say "COT DAMN" to. Spanky's guitars hold place the rhythm section with these bright chords to accompany the great Reverend. The guitars,organ,piano,drums,horns,strings,bass You can't f with any of that. And as for Ahmir Thompson? His place is now on a level that no one can take from him. If you denied him The Roots,Badu,Bilal,Jill Scott, D'angelo, then you can't deny him this. This is a moment of achievement that can't be taken lightly. This is a a lp that should get every award and praise under the sun. God himself should speak and say "Holy shit you guys are amazing" The 2 n half years of work have paid off. To the ?Love/Poyser haters? They just dropkicked you with this one,son. You got the cornbread stuffed in your piehole and you are going to eat it. NO one on here can deny this masterpiece. Unless you are tonedeaf,period. It's really that simple. Quest/Ahmir/James Poyser and everyone on this record did their homework. Now you have to grade it. 11 tracks of magic for everyone in the universe to enjoy. This is a universal lp and Blue Note is probably going to break records with this one. what's amazing is everyone thought Willie Mitchell would bring Al this blinding jewel of light, but it was the Soulquarians who did it. Near the end of May everyone else will know the magnitude of this lp. There is a reason why their phone is ringing off the hook everyday. These guys have brought Al Green back in full force running on all cylinders. Preorder this lp now ***** (5 Stars but you should know that by now) Get a glimpse of the magic: http://www.youtube.com/wa...TyvtHJVJBI [Edited 4/29/08 8:50am] | |
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Looks like we're gonna get treated to some true R&B...
...He's doing The Tonight Show on 5/21 Al Green & Gladys Knight at the Greek Theatre here in L.A. (9/20) tA  Tribal Disorder
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theAudience said: Looks like we're gonna get treated to some true R&B...
...He's doing The Tonight Show on 5/21 Al Green & Gladys Knight at the Greek Theatre here in L.A. (9/20) tA Tribal Disorder
http://www.soundclick.com...dID=182431 I will say this anyone who doubted these cats from Philly are going to have a alot of crow to eat. These cats deserve grammy's as soon as they hit the red carpet. Grammy's should rain down on them. And no there isn't a Jay Dilla inspired track on the whole disc. Take that! Calling George Benson..you are next on deck you can atone for your previous transgressions on GRP. 
These guys have just elevated themselves to"Rick Rubin" "T BONE BURNETT" "DON WAS" status. If I see anyone diss this record, you should be taken to the woodshed and beaten severely with a sock full of .....  | |
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Oh yes, much props on the production, I couldn't stop playing it yesterday,Al is back in the building! | |
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Now this is something to look forward to. I can't wait. I'm a huge Al Green fan and this sounds very promising. | |
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Jboogiee said: Oh yes, much props on the production, I couldn't stop playing it yesterday,Al is back in the building!
The most astounding thing is adding other vocalists did not taint the magic. Al makes it look like these three were destined to sing with him. (Honestly) And it doesn't seem like a StarBucks Sly Stone and Friends moment. But everyone on this lp deserves every industry award you can think of. Much respect to the people who made this happen. | |
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Trickology and Jboogiee, you guys sound like you've heard the whole album!
Where did you hear it since it hasnt been released? Really excited about this! _ Music, sweet music, I wish I could caress and...kiss, kiss... | |
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can't wait to hear this!
really can't wait to see the tour...the rev never disappoints | |
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theAudience said: Looks like we're gonna get treated to some true R&B...
...He's doing The Tonight Show on 5/21 Al Green & Gladys Knight at the Greek Theatre here in L.A. (9/20) tA Tribal Disorder
http://www.soundclick.com...dID=182431  | |
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i've heard the album, and man... 
theAudience said: ...He's doing The Tonight Show on 5/21  | |
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nd33 said: Trickology and Jboogiee, you guys sound like you've heard the whole album!
Where did you hear it since it hasnt been released? Really excited about this! _ It's out there... 
...and it is good. Lay It Down (w/ Anthony Hamilton) Just For Me You've Got The Love I Need (w/ Anthony Hamilton) No One Like You What More Do You Want From Me Take Your Time (w/ Corinne Bailey Rae) Too Much Stay With Me (By The Sea) (w/ John Legend) All I Need I'm Wild About You Standing In The Rain tA Tribal Disorder
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Trickology said: Calling George Benson..you are next on deck you can atone for your previous transgressions on GRP.
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theAudience said: nd33 said: Trickology and Jboogiee, you guys sound like you've heard the whole album!
Where did you hear it since it hasnt been released? Really excited about this! _ It's out there...
...and it is good. Lay It Down (w/ Anthony Hamilton) Just For Me You've Got The Love I Need (w/ Anthony Hamilton) No One Like You What More Do You Want From Me Take Your Time (w/ Corinne Bailey Rae) Too Much Stay With Me (By The Sea) (w/ John Legend) All I Need I'm Wild About You Standing In The Rain tA Tribal Disorder
http://www.soundclick.com...dID=182431 Wow...this album sounds like a dream.... | |
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sunsetdriver1999 said: Wow...this album sounds like a dream.... Originally, there were supposed to be more "guests". Now that i've heard it, and based on some of the names tossed around, i'm glad it didn't happen. The Reverend don't need no guests. 
That's why he's The Reverend. 
tA Tribal Disorder
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In addition, The New WaxPoetics: 
Great article on Al along with interviews with Questlove, and Poyser...also Q-Tip, Franklin Ajaye, Doug Hammond + more! ... " I've got six things on my mind --you're no longer one of them." - Paddy McAloon, Prefab Sprout | |
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paligap said: ...
In addition, The New WaxPoetics:
Great article on Al along with interviews with Questlove, and Poyser...also Q-Tip, Franklin Ajaye, Doug Hammond + more! ... 
Gotta renew my subscription. tA Tribal Disorder
http://www.soundclick.com...dID=182431 "Ya see, we're not interested in what you know...but what you are willing to learn. C'mon y'all." | |
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theAudience said: nd33 said: Trickology and Jboogiee, you guys sound like you've heard the whole album!
Where did you hear it since it hasnt been released? Really excited about this! _ It's out there...
...and it is good. Lay It Down (w/ Anthony Hamilton) Just For Me You've Got The Love I Need (w/ Anthony Hamilton) No One Like You What More Do You Want From Me Take Your Time (w/ Corinne Bailey Rae) Too Much Stay With Me (By The Sea) (w/ John Legend) All I Need I'm Wild About You Standing In The Rain tA Tribal Disorder
http://www.soundclick.com...dID=182431 Yes it's out there & it's damn good!!!!! | |
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I heard it was being made... thanks for the heads-up now that it is released. | |
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theAudience said: sunsetdriver1999 said: Wow...this album sounds like a dream.... Originally, there were supposed to be more "guests". Now that i've heard it, and based on some of the names tossed around, i'm glad it didn't happen. The Reverend don't need no guests.
That's why he's The Reverend.
tA Tribal Disorder
http://www.soundclick.com...dID=182431  Case Closed.  | |
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I love the Reverend Al Green. How Can You Mend A Broken Heart is on the radio right now. Reminds me of the soulful and love inspired music from this man.
Help me mend my broken heart..... I just wanta, I just wanta live again.... How can you stop the rain from falling down.... goosebumps  | |
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Love and happiness...
something that can make you do wrong, make you do right... Love... Love and happiness Wait a minute... something's going wrong someone's on the phone three o'clock in the morning talkin' about how she can make it right well, happiness is when you really feel good with somebody nothing wrong with being in one with someone oh, baby, love and happiness love and happiness... love and happiness... Love and happiness You be good to me I'll be good to you we'll be together we'll see each other | |
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Good you guys all have copies..now go out and support the artist..BUY THE ALBUM  1 over Jordan...the greatest since | |
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popgodazipa said: Good you guys all have copies..now go out and support the artist..BUY THE ALBUM
No worries here. The day it's released (5/25) i'll be buying multiple copies. I had also planned on doing a post on his Tonight Show appearance (5/21) that will include a request that all of us that have "advanced copies" go out and purchase the disc for a number of reasons i'll outline at that time. tA Tribal Disorder
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theAudience said: nd33 said: Trickology and Jboogiee, you guys sound like you've heard the whole album!
Where did you hear it since it hasnt been released? Really excited about this! _ It's out there...
...and it is good. Lay It Down (w/ Anthony Hamilton) Just For Me You've Got The Love I Need (w/ Anthony Hamilton) No One Like You What More Do You Want From Me Take Your Time (w/ Corinne Bailey Rae) Too Much Stay With Me (By The Sea) (w/ John Legend) All I Need I'm Wild About You Standing In The Rain tA Tribal Disorder
http://www.soundclick.com...dID=182431 From what I heard thusfar from the grapevine, the duet with Anthony Hamilton is powerful. I looking forward to hearing the cuts: Lay It Down & You Got The Love I Need. | |
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popgodazipa said: Good you guys all have copies..now go out and support the artist..BUY THE ALBUM
Done!  | |
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i all ready had it since the 23rd or something. anyway i like it but after a few listening sessions it feels like the same kind of songs.i cant listen to this album over and over , i like it but it doenst have songs that stick out or fall out its pretty much level. | |
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Tour Itinerary:
June 2008 19 - Toronto, Ontario - Sony Centre 27 - New York, NY - Carnegie Hall 28 - Montreal, Quebec - Salle Wilfrid-Pelletier 29 - Ledyard, CT - Foxwoods Casino/MGM Grand July 2008 4 - Bossier City, LA - Horseshoe Casino Riverdome 5 - Tunica, MS - Grand Casino & Hotel 12 - Chicago, IL - Charter One Pavilion 15 - Vienna, VA - The Filene Center at Wolf Trap 18 - Niagara Falls, NY - Seneca Niagara Casino September 2008 1 - Beaver Creek, CO - Vilar Center for the Arts 5 - Tacoma, WA - Emerald Queen Casino 6 - Coquitlam, British Columbia - Red Robinson Theatre 7 - Richmond, British Columbia - River Rock Casino 13 - Primm, NV - Star of the Desert Arena 17 - Fresno, CA - Tachi Palace Hotel & Casino 20 - Los Angeles, CA - The Greek Theatre | |
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 I'll have to check it out. | |
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This album is damn good, at times sounding like it could have been recorded 30 years ago just because of the instrumentation on it.
Who knew he still sang so beautifully? | |
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paligap said:
Great article on Al along with interviews with Questlove, and Poyser.. Great read. | |
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