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Ethel Lindsey – Pretty Close [Favorite Recordings]
“Pretty Close”, the debut from Ethel Lindsey is steeped in 80s soul and pop rhythms. “Together Again” is RnB flavored Pop with lush grooves and superbly sung by Lindsey. “Love Paved The Way” is a warm ballad driven by tight vocal and horn arrangements. The song will transport you to a slow dance at the club with your honey towards the end of the night. “Make You Mine” is a down-tempo stroll on the boardwalk on a warm Summer night. Written and produced by Lindsey, this is a delightful trip to a bygone era.
Al Sunny – Summer End [Légère Recordings]
“Summer End”, the third album from Al Sunny is the synthesis of soul and pop wrapped in atmospheric textures. Based in Nimes, France, Sunny recorded this album at the home of Parisian pianist Florian Pellissier. Pellissier is featured on keyboards throughout the album. The opening track “Why” sets the tone for melodic lush grooves combined with Sunny’s engaging vocals and songwriting. “So Lonely” rides a steady drum kick, a thumping bass line and vibrant synths. Sunny’s honey toned vocals layered on top is the main ingredient to a burning tune. The compositions embody a cool West Coast vibe that reverberates throughout the album. Sound engineer Lois Eichelbrenner’s prowess of heightening the vocals and instrumentation is noticeable from the first note. Sunny continues to build on the promise of his previous album “Planets”. This is the breakout record we’ve been waiting for.