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"Hu Manbe In G" is the much anticipated
CD from Grammy-winning vocalist/songwriter "Seal."
Some will consider this latest release aggrandized proof of his
incredible talent, while others may wonder what is the big deal.
"Seal" delivers his albums with the slow, designed
movements of a consummate artist.
The CD is "Seal’s" melodic,
musical picture of our humanness, painted with 12 original songs
and colored by his emotive raspy vocals. The title track, "Human
Being," speaks indirectly of the violent deaths of rapper’s
Notorious B.I.G. and Tupac Shakur. With no liner notes, one is
prodded into thinking, rather than just listening, which is his
intention.
"State Of Grace," with its hypnotic
down-tempo sound, requires repeated listening. The CD’s
choice track, "Latest Craze," gives a glimpse of "Seal’s"
dance music roots - albeit at a much slower pace. The CD avoids
the trappings of current music trends and conveys "Seal’s"
message of love. A worthy effort, even if it's not a complete
masterpiece. |
