{"title":"Contemporary R\u0026B","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"tina","title":"Tina","description":"\u003cp\u003e, ISBN13: B001DUJNGI ISBN10: B001DUJNGI Material Type: audioCD\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CheapBookDepot","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46108496724131,"sku":"B10.30.12 F_03-24-25_UBD_H00009PF","price":17.87,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/9227\/5107\/files\/613W5GpjM3L.jpg?v=1754552139"},{"product_id":"magic-time","title":"Magic Time","description":"\u003cp\u003eAmazon.com\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLike a human infusion of chamomile tea, hearing Van Morrison's voice has the effect of instantly soothing even the most stressed listener. That said, some of his releases have been so mellow that they muted the '60s soul influences that had been a part of Van's appeal. Not so with Magic Time, a wonderful balance of groove and smoothness, with a \"live off the floor\" feel evident throughout the disc. Right from the start \"Stranded\" shows Van at his crooner best--relaxed, present, and joyful. \"Celtic New Year\" comes next with a very Astral Weeks feel, leading one to believe that this disc might be sedentary through and through… until \"Keep Mediocrity at Bay\" kicks in, a feisty blues romp proving that though in his sixties, Morrison still has the sass of his best previous days. Morrison's cover of Sinatra's brassy \"This Love of Mine\" and Perry Como's \"I'm Confessin'\" are full of cheek and charm. Morrison-as-producer has chosen stellar horn sections that elevate the music from good to great and come from an obvious deep love of classic blues and soul. He's a lover and a fighter (the disc has two references to his disdain of the music industry: \"They Sold Me Out\" and \"Carry On Regardless\"), but ultimately true to his own musical vision. This destined-to-be-classic release will please a wide variety of his fans. --Denise Sheppard\u003cbr\u003e\nEssential Van Morrison\u003cbr\u003e\nAstral Weeks\u003cbr\u003e\nMoondance\u003cbr\u003e\nIt's Too Late to Stop Now [LIVE]\u003cbr\u003e\nTupelo Honey\u003cbr\u003e\nInto the Music\u003cbr\u003e\nSaint Dominic's Preview\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIreland's greatest pop singer\/songwriter is back in action with his latest self-produced album, `Magic Time,' featuring ten new Van Morrison songs as well as interpretations of three jazz classics 'This Love Of Mine', 'I'm Confessin', and 'Lonely And Blue'. Magic Time' is Van's first new album of originals since 2003's Grammy nominated `What's Wrong With This Picture?' and is the 38th solo release of his illustrious career. Geffen. 2005., ISBN13: B0009298OI ISBN10: B0009298OI Material Type: audioCD\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CheapBookDepot","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46108757819555,"sku":"B10.26.5 F_H0000BJX","price":16.7,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/9227\/5107\/files\/61g89DqifKL.jpg?v=1754557670"},{"product_id":"paris-rain","title":"Paris Rain","description":"\u003cp\u003eProduct description\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe enhanced portion contains the composer talking about songwriting in various aspects and about each song, the handwritten lyrics of some songs, and a connection to her website.\u003cbr\u003e\nGenre: Jazz Music\u003cbr\u003e\nMedia Format: Compact Disk\u003cbr\u003e\nRating:\u003cbr\u003e\nRelease Date: 18-JUL-2000\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmazon.com\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThere is a fine line between adult contemporary and all-out schmaltz, but in the capable hands of Brenda Russell, one need have no fear. Even though her debut on Hidden Beach Records (and her first collection in several years) boasts such lite jazz stalwarts as Kirk Whalum and Dave Koz, Russell is no easy-listening chanteuse, despite the fact that her clear, true voice is seductive enough to lull you to sleep. This seriously underrated singer-songwriter--whose best-known compositions are \"Piano in the Dark\" and \"Get Here\" (which was a hit for Oleta Adams)--possesses a lush, decidedly mature (but not stodgy) approach to the art of making music. The arrangements might be delicate and thoughtful, but Russell's sturdy piano playing and her dedication to the lost art of soul singing gives even the most laid-back tracks a little attitude. On songs like the samba-flavored \"Please Felipe\" or the conversational stroll of \"Walkin' In New York,\" Russell conjures up memories of singers like Dionne Warwick or Anita Baker. Not so much in actual vocal tone, but in the sense of knowing how to deliver a song with heart and integrity. In a Destiny's Child world, the adult musings of Brenda Russell might not make the grade, but it's nice to hear a singer whose confidence and style resonates with honesty. --Amy Linden, ISBN13: B00004UART ISBN10: B00004UART Material Type: audioCD\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CheapBookDepot","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46109067772067,"sku":"B10.30.3 F _03-20-25_UBD_H00008TL","price":16.93,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/9227\/5107\/files\/71wMo4GcIQL.jpg?v=1754564183"},{"product_id":"heavy-weather-sunlight-again","title":"Heavy Weather Sunlight Again","description":"\u003cp\u003e, ISBN13: B000008MQH ISBN10: B000008MQH Material Type: audioCD\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CheapBookDepot","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46109157032099,"sku":"B10.30.9 F_03-22-25_UBD_H00009ES","price":13.92,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/9227\/5107\/files\/81LeXRbsPlL.jpg?v=1754566439"},{"product_id":"believe-in-me","title":"Believe in Me","description":"\u003cp\u003eAmazon.com\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMini-diva Belle, who scored a No. 1 pop hit along with Peabo Bryson with 1992's Aladdin theme \"A Whole New World,\" arrives at a new label with the very up-to-date Believe in Me. Designed to fit in with late-'98 R\u0026amp;B radio, the album also stays true to Belle's roots in Anita Baker-style balladry. Tasteful but not very flavorful, Believe will do for those counting the days until Baker's next opus appears. --Rickey Wright\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNew Jersey's Regina Belle has come a long way; to date, she's gathered 4 Grammys, a platinum album and a gold album. Her silky-smooth vocals are unmistakable on the award-winning \"A Whole New World (Aladdin's Theme)\" and a host of other Top 10 R\u0026amp;B hits. Now, Regina presents her 1st MCA album, a collection of ballads and up-tempo grooves that reinvents her soulful-jazzy style (aided by a reunion with brother\/songwriter\/producer Bernard Belle). 1st single\/video: \"Don't Let Go.\" [Note: This product is an authorized CD-R and is manufactured on demand]., ISBN13: B000007OJC ISBN10: B000007OJC Material Type: audioCD\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CheapBookDepot","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46109179642019,"sku":"B10.28.9 F_04-08-25_UBD_H0000AJM","price":19.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/9227\/5107\/files\/41IbQ4g0IEL.jpg?v=1754567101"},{"product_id":"smooth-grooves-wedding-songs-various-artists","title":"Smooth Grooves: Wedding Songs { Various Artists }","description":"\u003cp\u003eInternational products have separate terms, are sold from abroad and may differ from local products, including fit, age ratings, and language of product, labeling or instructions., ISBN13: B00000340B ISBN10: B00000340B Material Type: audioCD\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CheapBookDepot","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46109246226595,"sku":"B10.30.9 F_03-22-25_UBD_H00009EL","price":16.93,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/9227\/5107\/files\/61i4UtLMUzL.jpg?v=1754568498"},{"product_id":"brown-sugar","title":"Brown Sugar","description":"\u003cp\u003eAmazon.com\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eD'Angelo is obviously inspired by the progressive soul of the early '70s, but he has also borrowed carefully from the hip-hop of his own generation. Like many of his contemporaries, he has recorded a tribute to marijuana--the album's title--but it's far wittier than most. It takes the form of a conventional love song (\"Brown sugar babe, I gets high off your love ... that's why my eyes are a shade blood burgundy\") and mimics intoxication in its throbbing bass lines and reverb-heavy organ. Another song, with a title too profane to print, is a blunt tale of infidelity and murder, but in contrast to most rap fantasies, D'Angelo's blues-like narrative acknowledges such acts have serious consequences. Best of all is the Prince-like \"Higher,\" which combines the spiritual love of God and the carnal love of a woman into one dizzying, organ-fueled hymn. D'Angelo is still rather clumsy with lyrics, and he leans too heavily on ballads over dance numbers, but he has enough talent to grow in any of several directions. 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Brown, a former lead vocalist with New Edition (he was replaced by Johnny Gill, but both men participate in most NE reunions) has an appealing, if somewhat grainy, voice. It's a good match for the hip-hop beats that underpin some of the best songs here, especially \"My Prerogative,\" which at the time sounded like an anthem. His ability to deftly merge R\u0026amp;B's upscale and hip-hop street esthetic (both Teddy Riley and Babyface produce tracks on this CD) changed the role of the rake hero. Sadly, this was Brown's lone significant musical moment as a solo artist. 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Highlights include jams like \"You\" and \"Got 'Til It's Gone,\" which recontextualizes samples from War and Joni Mitchell, respectively; the funky memorial to a dear departed, \"Together Again\"; and a slinky cover of Rod Stewart's \"Tonight's the Night.\" Best of all, though, is \"What About.\" An accusatory throwdown for a lover who beats and cheats even as he professes his love, it swings angrily between tender quiet and raging bitter funk. --David Cantwell\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUnveiling the enchanting realm of \"Janet Jackson - The Velvet Rope,\" an exquisite musical opus that harmonizes sultry rhythms, profound emotional depths, and unapologetic honesty, taking listeners on an extraordinary journey of love, self-discovery, and empowerment; highlighted by the infectious euphoria of \"Together Again,\" a magnetic anthem celebrating the power of reunion, the mesmerizing sensuality of \"I Get Lonely,\" where Janet's velvety vocals intertwine with a seductive melody, capturing the essence of longing and desire, and the captivating fusion of funk and hip-hop in \"Got 'Til It's Gone,\" a thought-provoking re- ection on the transient nature of love and the significance of cherishing the present moment., ISBN13: B000000WEX ISBN10: B000000WEX Material Type: audioCD\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CheapBookDepot","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46109506175139,"sku":"FA_05-07-2025_MGM_2000094P","price":17.68,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/9227\/5107\/files\/71Hq5yvnW5L.jpg?v=1754572443"}],"url":"https:\/\/usedbookdepot.com\/collections\/contemporary-r-b.oembed","provider":"Used Book Depot","version":"1.0","type":"link"}