| | John Legend Evolver CD John Legend Discography of CDs
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The third full-length from John Legend finds the neo-soul singer-songwriter mixing it up a bit. Whereas its predecessor, the excellent ONCE AGAIN, stayed the course of smooth yet passionate retro-themed R&B, EVOLVER experiments with different sounds and styles. The lead single, "Green Light," with its amped-up programmed beat, synths, and cameo from Andre 3000, sounds more like a 21st-century club jam than an old-school throwback. Reggae, ballads, adult contemporary, and digitized contemporary R&B all make their way into the album's diverse musical stew. Whether it's the mellow, low-key funk of "It's Over," the synth-pop of "Satisfaction" (one can imagine the song being performed by Depeche Mode), or the guest spots from Brandy, Estelle, and Kanye West, EVOLVER keeps the listener guessing. It may not have the consistency of Legend's first two releases, but its cornucopia of interesting sounds and directions offer something for everyone.
Arrangers: Dwayne Chin-Quee; Stephen Tirpak; Dave Tozer; Larry Gold; Nick Ingman; Pete Murray.
Personnel: John Legend (vocals, piano, keyboards, background vocals); Estelle, Brandy (vocals, background vocals); Agape International Choir, Kanye West, André 3000 (vocals); Malay (various instruments, keyboards, programming); Mitchum Chin (guitar, keyboards); Tomi Martin, Sharief Hobley (guitar); Dave Tozer (guitars, keyboards); Tim Pierce, Trevor Horn (guitars); Joel Pargman, Lorenz Gamma, Irina Voloshina, Nina Evtuhov, Katia Popov, Robin Olson, Mark Sazer, Tammy Hatwan, Jennie Levin, Alan Grunfeld, Neil Samples, Julie Rogers, Robert Martin , Sid Page, Bruce Dukov, Igor Szwec, Lesa Terry, Shalini Vijayan, Neel Hammond, Emma Kummrow, Darius Campo, Olga Konopelsky, Gregory Teperman, Charles Parker (violin); Alexandra Leem, Shawn Mann, Kate Reddish, Carole Castillo, Carolyn Riley, Piotr Jandula, Davis A. Barnett, Alma Fernandez (viola); Gioyanna Clayton, Larry Corbett, Jennie Lorenzo, Cecilia Tsan, Victor Lawrence (cello); Paul Klintworth, Dana Kelley, Jennie Kim, Jim Thatcher (French horn); Dean Fraser, Hornz Unlimited (horns); Eugene "Man Man" Roberts (keyboards, vocoder, programming); Stephen Tirpak, Jamie Muhoberac, Shannon Sanders (keyboards); Drew Dembowski, Bruce Morgenthaler, Pete Donnelly, Sue Raney, Ann Atkinson (bass instrument); Pharrell Williams (percussion, background vocals); Luis Jardim (percussion); Dwayne Chin-Quee (programming); Jessyca Wilson, Lenesha Randolph, Terrence "Scar" Smith, Christopher "Lonny" Breaux, Candice Anderson (background vocals).
Audio Mixers: Kevin "KD" Davis; Manny Marroquin; Alex Yenguen; Jean-Marie Horvat; Mike "Hitman" Wilson.
Rolling Stone (p.125) - 3.5 stars out of 5 -- "With piano-flecked soul, lite funk and reggae, EVOLVER's tunes and arrangements are as impeccable as the cut of Legend's suits."
Spin (p.106) - 3 stars out of 5 -- "EVOLVER proves that Legend remains one of R&B's most forward-looking craftsmen."
Entertainment Weekly (p.62) - "Legend is still at his best when he plays to his voice's strengths with clean-cut ballads like 'Everybody Knows.'" -- Grade: B+
Mojo (Publisher) (p.104) - 3 stars out of 5 -- "When he moves away from the more straightforward ballads, it's obvious that Legend's maverick side is still intact....He's reaching out to address more universal themes, and finding the music to match." John Legend Evolver Songs Purchase Evolver CD To buy, Click on price to add to cart | John Legend Once Again CD (2006)
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WOGL Oldies 98 presents the 10th Anniversary Edition, Vol. 3: Best of the 70's collects 24 classic rock & roll and pop-rock tracks that are perennial favorites on the Philadelphia radio station, including the Carpenters' "Close to You," Diana Ross' "Ain't No Mountain High Enough," Tom Jones' "She's a Lady," Tony Orlando & Dawn's "Knock Three Times," Meatloaf's "Two out of Three Ain't Bad," Vicki Sue Robinson's "Turn the Beat Around," Grass Roots' "Temptation Eyes," Gladys Knight & Pips' "Midnight Train to Georgia," Three Dog Night's "Joy to the World" and Don McLean's "American Pie." It's a solid but unexceptional oldies collection that should please casual fans; more dedicated collectors will find its predictable song selection a little frustrating and the disc a little unnecessary. ~ Stephen Thomas Erlewine
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Empowering-Impacting-Refreshing-Uplifting-Invoking-Electrifying Experience The Refreshing New Sound and Ministry Of Sonya McGuireSonya McGuire is a preachers’ daughter who learned to sing, act and appreciate music at a very early age. With music playing such a dominant role in the home, Sonya had no choice than to follow the unofficial “family business". Sonya chose drums to express her musical creativity and talent.Later she developed a love for singing and directing, quickly becoming the obvious choice for musical director at her father’s church. Thus her God-given skills took her from behind the drums to the forefront of the music ministry. With the experience gained from collaborating with other artist and choirs in the metro-Atlanta area, she co-founded the group Agape. Sonya's vocal and leadership abilities were honed during a successful two-year period with the group.Sonya’s unique ministry and style of raise and worship Sonya ultimately transitioned from Agape to form the revolutionary gospel singing force, God's Own. While with God's Own, Sonya traveled the eastern seaboard electrifying audiences, offering them an "original" praise and worship experience. With vocal ability that comparable to none and marveled by many, Sonya incorporates thought provoking lyrics with unmistakable jazz overtones into her music. Her organic songwriting and ability to blend soul, traditional gospel, jazz, funk, praise and worship has caught the attention of many music legends and record executives. Her gift has made room for her to share the stage with artists such as Tye ...
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