Grammy winner Seal is gearing up for the release of his eighth studio album, ‘Soul 2,’ slated for on January 31, 2012, via Warner Bros. Records. The set, which is a project covering a collection of romantic soul classics primarily from the ’70s, is lead by the first single “Let’s Stay Together,” performed by Marvin Gaye.
On ‘Soul 2,’ Seal teams with long-time collaborator, producer Trevor Horn, to record “Lean on Me” (Bill Withers), “Love Here Don’t Live Here Anymore” (Rose Royce), “Love T.K.O.” (Teddy Pendergrass), “Oh Girl,” (The Chi-Lites), “Ooh Baby Baby” (The Miracles), “What’s Goin’ On” (Marvin Gaye), “Wishing On A Star” (Rose Royce). Seal also enlisted legendary producer/songwriter David Foster and Jochem van der Saag to produce “Back Stabbers” (The O’Jays), “I’ll Be Around” (The Spinners), “Let’s Stay Together” (Al Green), and “Love Won’t Let Me Wait” (The Delfonics), all of which were recorded in Los Angeles.
“In my twenty years on a journey in the music industry, two things remain constants, the voice and more importantly, the song. I continue to make music because of the chance that this day could indeed be the day I write another great song or have the opportunity to sing one. The songs on Soul 2 are a natural evolution in the arc of soul music from the songs on the first Soul album — and they are all-time classics,” said Seal. “One more very important reason why I still make music is the ‘gift of collaboration’. I’ve been fortunate to work with two such industry greats as Trevor Horn and David Foster on this album and I they continue to inspire me each and every day.”Horn says “Working with Seal is like making music againâ¦.even I’d buy this record!”
“While still reeling from the success of Soul, it was even more exciting to have the opportunity to record more of some of the greatest songs ever written,” Foster says. “I am positive fans will not be disappointed in our selection and again, Seal’s unique, raw, and, yes, sexy approach to these great classics. I am delighted to share production duties, along with Jochem van der Saag, with one of my all-time favorite record producers, Trevor Horn. His musical history with Seal is rich and runs very deep. Together I believe they made some of the greatest records ever, by anyone. They led, they didn’t follow.”
‘Soul 2’ Tracklisting:
1. Wishing On A Star
2. Love T.K.O.
3. Ooh Baby Baby
4. Let’s Stay Together
5. What’s Goin’ On
6. Love Don’t Live Here Anymore
7. Back Stabbers
8. I’ll Be Around
9. Love Won’t Let Me Wait
10. Lean On Me
11. Oh Girl
Seal is ready to kick off 2012 with a bang! The renowned singer-songwriter and producer will be releasing his new album, ‘Soul 2’, on February 7th. Fans of Seal’s multi-platinum hits such as ‘Kiss from a Rose’ and ‘Crazy’ can expect more of the same smooth grooves mixed with soulful serenades that have made him one of the biggest names in pop music. With this upcoming release, it looks like we’re all in for another fantastic year of great music from Seal!
The highly anticipated album has already been generating buzz among fans, who are eagerly awaiting its arrival. It features 11 tracks recorded over two years at both London’s Dairy Studios and Real World Studios in Wiltshire. As always, Seal brings an array of creative collaborators onto the project – including record producers Trevor Horn, Stargate, Stuart Price (Madonna), Salaam Remi (Amy Winehouse) and René Amesz (Moby). This combination promises to deliver some truly unique sounds to listeners around the world.
As part of their campaign for ‘Soul 2’, Seal is hitting the road for a UK tour which kicks off March 5th at Birmingham’s O2 Academy. His powerful live performance is sure to dazzle audiences everywhere; don’t miss out on what promises to be an unforgettable experience!
Overview Of ‘Soul 2’
Seal is set to make a big return this year with his upcoming album, Soul 2. The British singer-songwriter has been on hiatus for the past five years, but now he’s back and ready to showcase his new sound. This album promises to be one of Seal’s most ambitious works yet; it explores themes such as love, loss and redemption while incorporating a range of genres from R&B and pop to gospel and blues.
At its core, Soul 2 is an exploration of Seal’s personal journey over the last few years – both in terms of music production and lyrical content. He draws upon influences from his own life experiences and uses them to craft stories that are deeply meaningful yet accessible to listeners all around the world. Fans will also notice a newfound confidence in Seal’s vocals as he takes charge behind the mic with powerful belting performances throughout the record.
Ultimately, Soul 2 serves as testament to not only Seal’s musical evolution but also his resilience in overcoming obstacles throughout his career. It’s sure to be another memorable release that’ll further cement him as one of today’s greatest living soul singers – so don’t miss out when it drops!
Release Date And Promotion Plan
Seal’s upcoming release, Soul 2, is set to hit shelves this spring. The record will be released on March 26th via Warner Music Group and features production from some of the industry’s top producers like Salaam Remi and Jack Splash. To promote its launch, Seal has lined up an extensive international tour as well as various TV appearances throughout Europe, Asia and North America.
The singer has also unveiled a series of innovative music videos across multiple platforms. These visuals promise to provide fans with a deeper look into the album’s themes and showcase some of Seal’s most dynamic performances so far. In addition, listeners can expect to find a wide range of special edition packages including physical copies of the album, exclusive merchandise items and limited-edition vinyl pressings for audiophiles everywhere.
With all these exciting plans in place, it’s clear that Seal is ready to make his comeback known around the world – and we couldn’t be more excited! Make sure you don’t miss out when Soul 2 drops later this year: it’ll definitely be worth the wait!
Conclusion
I’m so excited that Seal is coming out with a new album, ‘Soul 2’. It’s been eight years since his last album and fans have been eagerly awaiting his return. I can’t wait to hear the tracks on this newest installment of soulful music.
The release date for ‘Soul 2’ is set for March 5th, 2012 and promotion plans are already in motion. This will include radio play and TV appearances as well as online advertising campaigns. As an avid fan of Seal’s work, I am looking forward to hearing more details about these promotional activities and participating where I can!
All in all, it seems like Seal is really putting effort into making sure ‘Soul 2’ has an impact upon its release. With a great deal of anticipation surrounding the project, I believe it will be met with success. Here’s hoping for another fantastic album from one of my favorite artists!
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