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This is a DualDisc, which contains a CD on one side of the disc and a DVD on the other.
With an alluring smooth-jazz backdrop to match his silken vocals, Kem captured many a heart on his bewitching debut, KEMISTRY. For his 2005 follow-up, simply titled ALBUM II, the Nashville native provides another set of enchanting soul torch songs, exquisitely produced by Kem himself. The result is an incredibly seductive record with winsome flutes and summery saxophones drifting in behind Kem's beguiling voice.
Kem opens ALBUM II by questioning the nature of love on "Find Your Way (Back in My Life)," and the entire record is an exploration of that familiar theme. Kem's take on love is multi-faceted and, at times, deeply tied to his connection with God, to whom he directly addresses two songs, "Heaven" and "Each Other." An unassuming spirituality winds its way through his R&B compositions in an organic fashion similar to Stevie Wonder's early 1970s output, and, fittingly, that legend drops by to lend his unmistakable harmonica to the breathtaking "You Might Win." ALBUM II serves as an admirable second outing for an emergent soul voice.
This Dualdisc features the complete 2nd album by Kem; smooth grooves, poignant heartfelt lyrics and just plain feel-good music. The DVD side features live performance concert footage from his "Homecoming Concert," behind the scenes footage, bonus interviews, the international re-mix of "I Can't Stop Loving You," the new video "Find Your Way (Back in My Life," lyrics and a photo gallery.
Personnel: Kem (vocals, keyboards); Quentin Baxter, Reggie McTaw (guitar); Stevie Wonder (harmonica); David McMurray (saxophone); Brian O'Neal (keyboards, synthesizer); Fred Robinson , Al Turner (bass instrument); Ron Otis (drums); Marlon Curry (percussion). Album II Music Review Average Rating: (4.6 out of 5 stars)   He's The Godess Of Love
I Enjoy Listeing To Kem Singing About Love,Love Is What We Need In This World Among Each Other.
Submitted by LipStickPurplePeace (Chicago,IL) 
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 The Disc says it all.
If you're a fan of Kem, than purchase the dualdisc. You get footagof his videos and concerts. It's a musthave for Kem fans.
Submitted by swhitney1 (Pearl Harbor,Hi, USA)
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Teşekkürler (Thanks)
Wonderfull music,
HEAVEN!
Kem - vocals, keyboards (Fender Rhodes)
David McMurray - saxophone
Al Turner - bass instrument
Ron Otis - drums
Quentin Baxter
Reggie McTaw - guitar
Fred "Rodriguez" Robinson
Marlon Curry - percussion
Brian O' Neal - keyboards, synthesizer
Also: Stevie Wonder
:)
Submitted by info (TURKEY - Istanbul)
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Wonderfull music. I can't take it out of my stereo. Being a Baby Boomer, it is so refreshing to hear KEM'S music.
"A GIFT FROM GOD"
MAY YOU ONE DAY COME TO AUSTRALIA. and IF YOU DO PLEASE LET ME KNOW
Submitted by tww (Melbourne, Australia)
Was This Review Helpful? Yes No Awesomely mellow!
I bought this album after hearing it played at the hair salon ---- oh...my...God!!! This album is so very good, I feel inept in describing it. It has the honor of being one of those CDs you can put on, hit the repeat button, and listen to over and over without having to "skip" any. It is absolutely relaxing, soothing, and message-filled. I could name my favorites, but the entire ALBUM II is my favorite!
Buy it and enjoy!
Submitted by Coloradofemale (Denver, CO)
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Like a male Sade, or vintage Steely Dan without the irony, smooth R&B vocalist Kem weaves mellow, late-night musical tapestries over '70s-style jazz grooves. In the process, he manages to sound completely contemporary without so much as a single hip-hop beat or squiggly synth line. Kem's voice is an instrument of subtle grace and power, his vocal timbre and clipped phrasing owing an immediately obvious debt to Sam Cooke, but, interestingly, also occasionally recalling Dave Matthews. Best of all, however, is the Motown vocalist's sense of restraint. The maturity of his delivery belies his youth and puts many established vocalists to shame. Combining the best elements of Luther Vandross, Lou Rawls, and Seal, Kem delivers a slab of jazz-inflected rhythm & blues that proves it's still possible to serve up a maximum amount of soul with a minimum of fuss.
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