Musiq Soulchild â MusiqintheMagiq (Atlantic)
It’s Musiq Soulchild’s moment to shine again as her releases his much anticipated sixth studio album âmusiqinthemagiq.’ The set, which follows 2008’s âOnMyRadio,’ is lead by the first single “Anything” featuring producer/rapper Swizz Beatz. Never resting on his past accomplishments, the Soul/R&B crooner recently told Singersroom, “I feel like I have a whole lot more to accomplish musically.” He further expressed that his goal is to remain, “a valid contributor to this legacy of music.”
For the ladies, Musiq informs that the entire project is dedicated to women. “I always see myself as a mediator for women. I try my best to articulate a man’s perspective when it comes to being in love or dealing with things of an intimate or romantic nature. This whole project is for the females. It is also for the men too – in the way of me offering them advice, opinions, and options that they may not readily think of at the time,” he says.
Buy: Musiqinthemagiq – Musiq Soulchild
Kelly Price â Kelly (EcclectiSounds/Gospo Centric)
After an 8 year hiatus from R&B, Kelly price releases her highly anticipated sixth studio album, âKelly,’ which covers topics near and dear to her heart. “I’m grown; that’s what this record says,” Price tells Billboard. “I’ve made a whole lot of mistakes and dumb decisions but I’m not beating myself up over it. There’s a lot of resolve here but happiness as well. I’ve come of age doing what I know how to do: soothing myself through music and hopefully helping someone else.” âKelly’ is lead by the singles “Tired” and “Not My Daddy” featuring Mint Condition’s Stokley Williams.
The new album represents a new career birth for Kelly. “My hiatus wasn’t really an accident or on purpose,” Price states of her new drive. “It just worked out that way. When my break came from Def Jam, the timing was good to do something more personal to me-the gospel album. And when I thought about going back to a major or doing something on my own, I thought I should have the opportunity to experience being in charge of my career-and benefit from it as well.”
Jennifer Lopez â Love? (Def Jam)
After returning to her once chart dominance with her single “On The Floor” featuring Pitbull, Jennifer Lopez is ready to give the world a full LP. The new project, âLove?’ boast productions from Tricky Stewart, The-Dream, Stargate, RedOne and even Lady Gaga.
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Sade â The Ultimate Collection (Sony)
Soul band Sade has releases âThe Ultimate Collection,’ the follow up to the platinum-selling album âSoldier Of Love.’ The two-disc set includes three new, never-before heard songs including “Moon & The Sky” (featuring Jay-Z) as well as Sade’s classic songs from the Best Of collection and the greatest hits off of Lover’s Rock and Soldier Of Love.
Buy: The Ultimate Collection (Remastered) – Sade
Music is an integral part of many people’s lives. It has the power to make us feel emotions, influence our moods and bring memories flooding back. This summer saw a plethora of new releases from some of music’s biggest stars, creating excitement across the globe. MusiqintheMagiq by Musiq, Kelly by Kelly Price, Love? By Jennifer Lopez and Best by Sade are just a few that have been highly anticipated releases in 2020.
The music these four artists create spans multiple genres and generations – showing their enduring popularity amongst millions of fans worldwide. Fans eagerly await every new album release with bated breath; what will they deliver this time? Have they evolved musically or stayed true to their original sound? All questions that need answering – so let’s take a closer look at each one!
These albums offer something for everyone: whether you like R&B, Soulful Pop, Latin-Pop or Smooth Jazz there’ll be plenty here to keep you entertained. From classic tracks to modern masterpieces it looks set to be another fantastic year for music lovers everywhere!
Album Overviews
Musiqinthemagiq, the latest album from Musiq, is an upbeat collection of tracks with a contemporary yet classic feel. With groovy beats and soulful melodies, it’s sure to have your feet tapping in no time. The lyrics are personal and meaningful, exploring themes like love and loss. Whether you’re looking for some chill vibes or something more energetic, this record will not disappoint.
Kelly Price’s new release Kelly showcases her vocal range and powerful voice as she takes on gospel-influenced ballads and modern R&B hits. From heartfelt songs about faith to sultry jams about relationships, there is something here for everyone. Her unique style is evident throughout the entire album; it’s clear that much thought went into each track selection.
Jennifer Lopez’s Love? features a mix of pop, dancehall, electro-pop and urban sounds all blended together seamlessly. She brings passion to every song and has collaborated with several guest artists including Pitbull on “On The Floor” – one of the biggest singles off the album so far! This album promises to be a must-have summer soundtrack that will keep us dancing all season long.
Sade returns with Best Of Sade – a compilation of her greatest hits spanning her career over three decades. Featuring classics such as “Smooth Operator” alongside newer releases like “The Big Unknown” and “Flower of the Universe,” this timeless collection shows why Sade continues to captivate audiences around the world time after time. There truly is something special about these incredible songs that stand up against any other artist in their genre today – they are timeless masterpieces!
Critical Reception
Musiqinthemagiq has been widely praised for its upbeat and soulful sound. Critics have noted that Musiq’s lyrical content is both personal and profound, making it an album to be cherished. The production on the record is also highly regarded as it captures a timeless feel while still sounding modern. All in all, this album is sure to keep listeners coming back for more.
Kelly has earned rave reviews from critics who have praised Price’s vocal range and powerful voice. With tracks ranging from gospel-influenced ballads to R&B hits, there’s something here for everyone regardless of their taste in music. Fans are captivated by her unique style, which shines throughout each track selection – showing true mastery of her craft.
Love? has also gained considerable recognition since its release, with Jennifer Lopez receiving high praise for blending together different genres so seamlessly. Songs such as ‘On The Floor’ featuring Pitbull have become instant classics due to their infectious melodies and catchy beats. This summer soundtrack will undoubtedly stay at the top of charts for weeks to come! As for Sade, Best Of Sade proves why she remains one of the most iconic artists of our time; every song oozes with quality and emotion that no other artist can rival. It’s clear why these songs remain beloved decades after they were first released – timeless masterpieces indeed!
Conclusion
In conclusion, the four albums reviewed in this article – Musiq’s Musiqinthemagiq, Kelly Price’s Kelly, Jennifer Lopez’s Love?, and Sade’s Best – were all met with a positive reception. All of these artists have released music that is both commercially successful and critically acclaimed.
Musiq’s album was praised for its originality and incorporation of different genres while still maintaining his signature sound. Kelly Price was highlighted for her vulnerability in songwriting and production style. Jennifer Lopez demonstrated her versatility by taking risks on love? and being rewarded for it. Lastly, Sade proved why she has been in the game as long as she has by delivering an album full of soulful, timeless tracks that will remain relevant years from now.
All in all, each artist delivered something special to their respective fanbases through their latest releases. They showed us the power of perseverance when faced with adversity and how creativity can be expressed even during trying times like these. Each one deserves recognition for continuing to push boundaries within their craft and providing us with much needed relief through their music!
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