Unconditional

Unconditional

ASIN: B00004Z44C

Editorial Reviews
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On Unconditional, Paul Brown, the hottest producer in smooth jazz, takes a crack at the distinctive Texas tenor saxophone of Kirk Whalum. If you overlook the connect-the-dots formula of the opening track, "Now 'Til Forever," where Boney James or any of Brown's other buddies could be inserted, the producer does a good job of letting Whalum's bright style come through the slick production sheen he applies to the 10-song CD. It's Whalum's originals--like the title track, "Song for Evan," and the clever tribute "Groverworked and Underpaid"--that are typical of the sax man's ability to easily appeal to smooth-jazz audiences and devotees of urban pop. There are traces of hip-hop on the TLC-like "I Try" and "Real Love," the latter featuring a Whitney Houston-inspired Wendy Moten on vocals. This is no hard-blowing contemporary jazz session like past Whalum releases, but rather a satisfying tempered effort that focuses strongly on production values and overall vibe. --Mark Ruffin

Unconditional,Kirk Whalum,Warner Bros / Wea,Contemporary Jazz,Crossover Jazz,Jazz,Jazz Music,Jazz-Pop,Pop,Smooth Jazz

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Smooth as usual...

Always love Peabo @}->---

Unconditionally the best

Unconditional Love

BREATHTAKING

Unconditional Love
Peabo Bryson
Manufacturer: Private Music
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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Tracks:

Eye On You
My Heart Belongs To You
Unconditional Love
I Wish I Could
On And On
Did You Ever Know (A Cappella Intro)
Did You Ever Know
We've Come Too Far
Ain't Nobody
Somebody In Your Life
A Song For You
The Gift
Light The World

Customer Reviews:

Smooth as usual..........2007-06-10

Peabo Bryson has been attracting fans with his ballads and smooth sounds for many years, spanning almost three full decades. He continues to perform at top level, even to this day, exemplified by this album. The album, released in 1999, hit the charts with "I Wish I Could", which could be recognizeable, since two other remakes were released within that same timeframe (Regina Belle & Collin Raye). The album also makes you wonder if Bryson is a closet Collin Raye fan, since another one of his tracks, "The Gift" (which he co-ops with Robert Flack, long-time duet partner), is a Raye original. Both songs are sentimental tracks focusing on familial love, rather than the crooning romance tunes. "My Heart Belongs To You" is more of the typical love ballad, emphasizing on the heartful thoughts lovers exchange... more of what Bryson usually brings. "We've Come Too Far" is another nice ballad, and "Unconditional Love" doesn't need much explaining from the title alone. If you're looking for an album that you plan on playing when you have the ladies over, or if you're just relaxing, this could be a nice one. Keep in mind, though, that Bryson can get a little too sentimental or sappy, if you're really not into that kind of balladry. But, if you don't mind a bit of sappy or romance... Go for it!

Always love Peabo @}->---.......2006-02-17

Peabo is my guy. His is the voice that sets the rest off. He's amazing and so so so incredibly talented because that voice is absolute perfection. It's smooth and silky and he will always be number 1 with me. This cd is full of his usuall knee weakening ballads. I love My Heart Belongs To You and the remake of Ain't Nobody. I especially love the duet with Deborah Gibson because she's been a favourite of mine for years now. He's the best and I'm sorry that he's not more appreciated. I saw him in Vegas and I'll never forget it. Buy this cd and you'll never regret it. It is a little older now, but I still listen to it because those bedroom songs never date and never fail to do the trick. I highly recommend this.

Unconditionally the best.......2003-11-25

This is one of Peabo Bryson's best works. I pulled it out of my CD rack the other day because I recently fell in love. Peabo's voice is one of moving and powerful passion. This is a wonderful selection of songs. This CD is a MUST for any music collection.

Unconditional Love.......2001-03-29

All I can say about this CD is WOW! WOW! WOW! Peabo's rendition of the title song is extremely powerful and uplifting. Also, it was great to hear his duet with long time singing partner, Roberta Flack. I hope that they pair up again soon. Any chance that Peabo will perform in the S.F. Bay Area?

BREATHTAKING.......2000-10-04

I HAVE BEEN A FAN OF MR. BRYSON AND HIS WORK SINCE HIS " REACHING FOR THE SKY" ALBUM. "UNCONDITIONAL lOVE" IS BY FAR HIS BEST WORK YET!!! IT IS MY FIRM OPINION THAT MR. BRYSON HAS NEVER RECEIVED THE ACCLAIM HE DESERVES. IF YOU HAVE NOT BEEN PRIVILEDGED TO HEAR HIS MUSIC, THEN YOU HAVE BEEN DEPRIVED LONG ENOUGH, AND IF YOU ARE LIKE ME; A TRUE ROMANTIC AT HEART, YOU WILL THOROUGHLY ENJOY HIS LATEST CD AND ALL OTHERS TO COME. IF "UNCONDITIONAL LOVE" IS AN INDICATION OF WHAT TO EXPECT FROM MR. BRYSON IN THE FUTURE, WE WILL ALL BE THE BETTER HAVING LISTENED. MANY ARTIST COME AND GO,BUT LONG AFTER THE FADS WILL REMAIN THE SOULFUL AND ANGELIC SOUNDS OF PEABO BRYSON."YOUR HEART IS MY HOME"

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A Great collection of songs.
Great CD
A must have CD for anyone!!!!
One of the Best
Excellent CD!

Unconditional
Clay Davidson
Manufacturer: Virgin Records Us
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00004RJWH
Release Date: 2000-04-11

Tracks:

Makin' Hay
I Can't Lie To Me
Unconditional
Plain Ol' Pain
Sometimes
My Best Friend And Me
Doghouse Rights
Come Rain Or Shine
One More Day
What Was I Thinking Of
We're All Here

Amazon.com

A big, longhaired Southern boy with a beard and black hat, Clay Davidson would like to be perceived as the latest in the line of Southern outlaw country-rockers that extends back through Travis Tritt, Hank Williams Jr., and Waylon Jennings. He wrote or cowrote 7 of the 11 tracks on this debut album, including the chugging "One More Day" and the barstool sing-along "We're All Here," and his soulful voice at times recalls Gregg Allman and Lynyrd Skynyrd's Ronnie Van Zant. But there's something conditional about Davidson's outlaw pose. Jennings and Bocephus--genuinely unconditional individualists both--fought for the right to use their own bands in the studio. Although Davidson is shown on the front and back of his album holding an electric guitar, he actually plays it only once; a brief solo on the simple-minded "My Best Friends and Me." All the other guitar parts are supplied by the usual Nashville suspects. We wouldn't want this outlaw thing to get out of hand again, now would we? --Rick Mitchell

Customer Reviews:

A Great collection of songs........2002-06-30

It's just the best! every single title is a hit in my book. I look foward to his next cd.

Great CD.......2002-03-17

Great new CD, perfect for young and old alike. I particularily enjoyed Come Rain or Shine, My Best Friend and Me, and Can't Lie to Me. The other tracks are enjoyable to listen to. I also reccommend Chris Cagle.

A must have CD for anyone!!!!.......2001-05-21

Clay Davidson rocks with his country music. I love Travis, but Clay takes the cake. This guy not only looks killer in a cowboy hat, he can sing like no other. I love the songs, Unconditional, I Can't Lie To Me, and Sometimes. A good CD to listen to anytime. The songs make one think about things. Keep on singing Clay, I am listening!!!!

One of the Best.......2001-05-15

Clay Davidson definately has another hit with "Sometimes" to follow "Unconditional". He is one of the few new truly country artists left with the onslought of people using country to break into the pop charts. This CD is definately worth the money. He has a great voice, and some great songs on this CD. If you only have enough money for one CD, this one is the one you buy.

Excellent CD!.......2001-04-15

This CD is excellent! The songs on it are nice and gritty, and some of them deal with things other than boy-girl love (Unconditional, My Best Friend And Me). I know I'm committing heresy here, but he may even be better than Travis Tritt. Only future albums will tell though.

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Mellow(zzzzzz)
Hymns In The Garden

Unconditional
Kirk Whalum
Manufacturer: Warner Bros / Wea
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00005NWLM
Release Date: 2001-08-28

Tracks:

Now 'Til Forever
Groverworked And Underpaid
God Must Have Spent A Little More Time On You
Unconditional
Can't Stop The Rain
Song For Evan
I Try
Playing With Fire
Real Love
Waltz For David
There You'll Be

Customer Reviews:

Mellow(zzzzzz).......2007-05-01

Kirk Whalum is a great session musician; as a solo artist he blends into the woodwork making up the world of pop jazz groups dominated by sax. Actually he is a cut above the rest but still that is not saying much. There is no daring , provocative challenge to the music; it is just safe. Maybe that is why some people refer to it as elevator music. However, his slow jams are nice for spending time with that special someone, if you happen to be so lucky. The music just goes through you, a sensual vibe that takes two to fully appreciate it. Cool tracks include the funky "Groverworked and Underpaid,"" Playing With Fire," that features some nice guitar work by by another pop jazz giant , Peter White, that gives the song added texture and the alto sax Whalum blows on "Waltz For David." The worst songs are those with vocals. Whalum has proven his potential but is confined by the pop jazz formula. This is recommended for those in love or falling in love, otherwise it is mundane.

Hymns In The Garden.......2002-03-02

I received an autographed copy of this CD from my daughter for
a Christmas present and WOW.. what a gift. This is an awesome
CD and I find myself listening to it over and over again.It is a
must for ones collection. I'm waiting for his latest CD that is
soon to be released.I hope that it is available when he comes to
the Winter Park, Fl. Art Festival on March 15, 2002.

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While Not Kirk's Best Work , It's Still Worth Buying...
Not His Best Work
whalum does it again!!!!!
SMOOTHEST CD I PROMISE YOU
Please....

Unconditional
Kirk Whalum
Manufacturer: Warner Bros / Wea
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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Groverworked & Underpaid
God Must Have Spent A Little More Time On You
Unconditional
Can't Stop The Rain
Song For Evan
I Try
Playing With Fire
Real Love
Waltz For David

Amazon.com

On Unconditional, Paul Brown, the hottest producer in smooth jazz, takes a crack at the distinctive Texas tenor saxophone of Kirk Whalum. If you overlook the connect-the-dots formula of the opening track, "Now 'Til Forever," where Boney James or any of Brown's other buddies could be inserted, the producer does a good job of letting Whalum's bright style come through the slick production sheen he applies to the 10-song CD. It's Whalum's originals--like the title track, "Song for Evan," and the clever tribute "Groverworked and Underpaid"--that are typical of the sax man's ability to easily appeal to smooth-jazz audiences and devotees of urban pop. There are traces of hip-hop on the TLC-like "I Try" and "Real Love," the latter featuring a Whitney Houston-inspired Wendy Moten on vocals. This is no hard-blowing contemporary jazz session like past Whalum releases, but rather a satisfying tempered effort that focuses strongly on production values and overall vibe. --Mark Ruffin

Customer Reviews:

While Not Kirk's Best Work , It's Still Worth Buying..........2006-10-01

Kirk whalum is one of the best smooth jazz sax players out there the cd " Unconditional " is not his best work --- it is one of his better cd's kirk whalum is also a great gospel musician and adds this aspect of his playing and musical background into his cd's and that is one of the things that stops me from giving this cd 5 stars because it takes away from the smooth jazz aspect of the cd's and starts to change the genre if you do not mind this I would suggest listning to kirk's " In this life " cd , but if you want to hear more of a smooth jazz style try " The best of Kirk Whalum " ..

Not His Best Work.......2001-06-11

Kirk is very talented but this CD was not his best. Hopefully the best is yet to come

whalum does it again!!!!!.......2001-03-22

been a fan of whalums' for years, he always has had the ability to make his sax sing,.. senusal, soothing, deliberate yet powerful very much like a vocalist ...a good vocalist. On this new cd "unconditional', there are some new old and some new. What variety!!! Shadowing the great Glover Washington's Winelight sessions making the sax form words with quickness and ease, with the tune, " Grover worked and underpaid" is not a easy task but Whalum accomplishes this with the right touches. The sheer beauty of "a song for evan, is down right inspirational. "now til forever, is so so infectious, you'll hear this in your head days after. and much to my surprise, a vocalist that he featured on his last album,covering," all I do", a old Stevie Wonder tune. Miss Wendy moten is featured again on this album with a tune called "real love, I have Miss Moten first two solo albums and wondered what happened to such a great upcoming vocalist...you cant imagine how pleasing it is to hear she working with kirk...Cant wait til kirk tours with this album looking forward to the old and the new. Wendy would make a great opening act..... Buy this cd its worth every dollar!!!!

SMOOTHEST CD I PROMISE YOU.......2001-02-06

I LOVE JAZZ,PLEASE DON,T SLEEP ON THIS ONE.THIS CD IS THE BOMB

Please...........2001-01-30

This CD is Awesome! Why compare to For You, which is an EXCELLENT CD, but the brotha is definitely groovin on Uncondtional also! I love it.

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Never heard the CD...
This album will blow your mind
Rick Shapiro RULES!!!!

Unconditional Love
Rick Shapiro
Manufacturer: Fortified Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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Never heard the CD..........2005-12-22

... But I went to the Neighborhood Playhouse with Rick. He was (and am quite sure, still is) a huge talent. I just happend to be thinking about him the other day and decided to google the name. I would highly urge anyone and everyone to by this CD. He has the purest soul of just about anyone I have ever met. I miss you Rick.
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This album will blow your mind.......2005-07-31

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Rick Shapiro RULES!!!!.......2005-03-01

Rick Shapiro's album "Unconditional Love" isn't new but I just listened to it again and was reminded of how damn funny it is. Nothing quite captures the full experience of Rick's performance artistry like seeing him live. But if you can't do that, the album (or maybe his dvd if you can find it) is the next best thing. Rick Shapiro is not merely a stand up comedian. He doesn't really have a routine, per se. Really he just gets up on stage and explodes into a sort of stream of consciousness rant. During his performances, Rick unleashes the many characters living in his brain in a rapid fire purging that almost comes across as an assault. The former junky/prostitute turned actor-comedian has been called the Lenny Bruce of the East Village and it's a name that suits him. Fortunately for Rick, though, he is not living in the repressed age that censored and eventually ruined Lenny Bruce. Rick's act is so obscene and raunchy that it makes his predecessors look like girl scouts. But his humor doesn't just rely on obscenity. It's quick witted social criticism... with the occasional reference to fisting.

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Unconditional Luv (Regular Version)
Al-D
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Release Date: 2003-04-09

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Freestyle
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This album is to serve as the official memorial album for DJ Screw, Robert Earl Davis Jr. He was our brother friend and inspiration. The loss that the hip-hop community has suffered since his passing is tremendous.

Unconditional
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Gemme that old time New Age religion...

Seond CD From ANAEL Continues In Tradition

Sumtuously textured new age vocals

Unconditional
Anael
Manufacturer: Apsis Records
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Listen to Youre Heart
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Aeterna
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Age of Reason
Unconditional

Album Description

After the Top 20 NAV success of Light of Refinement, Anael returns with an equally potent sophomore statement on Unconditional. Delving further into both the physical and spiritual aspects of our journeys through time, this album not only eagerly welcomes us to the dance of life, but literally reaches out and pulls us in. At times joyous and full of wonder, at times reflective and subtilely introspective, each of these masterfully crafted vignettes connects us to the core essence of our beings.

Delivered through Anael's stunningly clear and angelic voice, poignant, striking lyrics weave their suggestive spell over lushly arranged tapestries of piano, exotic percussion, orchestral textures and fretless bass, seemingly taking on a life of their own. The result is like a caress from heaven, an enveloping musical experience that elevates the listener into a state of pure, unhindered love.

Featuring the majestic Sanctus, with its serene, devotional vocals and driving percussion; the sumptuous Come Again, I Believe, a confessional voyage into the heart of the creative spirit; and a transcendental The Age of Reason, inspired by Phillip Krapf's "The Contact Has Begun."

Beautifully produced once again by multi-dimensional composer/poet/arranger Bradfield, the symbiosis between he & Anael is pure magic. Full of clever sonic contradictions that both charm and delight the ear, each track reveals a new, fresh layer of their combined vision.

'Unconditional' is how the future sounds.

Customer Reviews:

Gemme that old time New Age religion..........2007-05-11

When I hear the clear, breathy voice of Anael, I imagine that if angels were feminine, this is what they would sound like. Like Enya, Anael's songs all have a similar sound, feel and texture to them. This is her trademark sound. Anael's "Unconditional" is best enjoyed by people that appreciate and enjoy the richness of dark chocolate, Espresso coffee with cream and sugar and the beauty of a sunset. What I would call the simple pleasures in life. This CD takes time to enjoy; as with dark chocolate, you want to slowly savor the taste / sound of her music. Beneath her vocals are tiny intricacies in the background instruments with their own counter melodies and rhythms. One should not rush into hearing any of Anael's works. They must be listened to, to be appreciated. My first exposure to Anael was through the song "Sanctus" which could easily double as a Christmas melody. Anael's counterpart and composer of the music and lyrics, Bradford, bases most of his "spiritual" songs on the Roman Catholic Canon. However, some of his lyrics contain references and ideology that are elements of the New Age religion. Even so, the beauty of the earth and all her inhabitants isn't new as Native American songs have their roots and inspirations in the same elements. Be it "Father Sky" and "Mother Earth" or the "King of Kings", this album is a wonderful collection of melodies that will inspire anyone seeker a higher plane of spiritual significance. Then again, it's just good ol' soothing music that you don't need to necessarily think about in order to enjoy.

Seond CD From ANAEL Continues In Tradition.......2001-01-04

From the opening track, the majestic "Sanctus", to more subdued fare like "Come Again, I Believe", Anael's second CD does not disappoint. The sweet, crystalline vocals are there; the great arrangements are there; the fantastic songs are there; what else could you want? "Sanctus" starts out with an introductory string section that leads into Anael's fabulous vocals, and then the drums come in. Almost like a mini-symphony. "Ask Me Like A Song" has words that fit the music like a hand in glove. Beautiful image-making words combine with angelic vocals and music. The highlight of the CD for me. "Listen To Your Heart" gives the CD a little more of an "edge", if you can call it that. Actually, more appropriate would be "tempo". Created in the same vein as her other works, but slightly harder and faster, this song shows Anael expanding her musical sphere. "Willows" sways like willows on a windy day, and with the beat slightly off the mark, gives it that slightly off-balance sensation that makes it so endearing. "Come Again, I Believe" starts off as a beautiful piano solo which adds flutes and vocals as it goes along. Melancholy, yet reassuring--another winner. The sounds of a bubbly stream begin "All That's Going On Around You", and accousic guitar and synthesizers add to the mood. A mid-tempo drum track adds a little energy and Anael's vocals almost sound pop-like here. "Aeterna", like "Sanctus" on this CD and "Dona Nobis Pacem" and "Kyrie" on her debut CD "Light Of Refinement", is based on the Roman Catholic Liturgy. This uplifting song has a wonderfully catchy melody and makes you want to clap your hands. "Don't Trade In Your Dreams" brings us back to a more quiet Anael. "The Age Of Reason" combines sporadic drums and beautiful piano glissandos that come together in a powerful chorus. The title track, "Uncoditional", makes use of a harpsichord and synthesizer to bring the CD to a relaxing close, and leaves the listener once again wanting so much more.

Sumtuously textured new age vocals.......1999-07-30

In the world of crystaline, ethereal, female vocals there is a new emerging Princess - French Canadian vocal artist Anael.

How does one begin to describe the beauty of this thought-provoking musical priestesses second album, the truth is, that it is almost impossible. I can attempt to sum up my reactions to it quite simply. Listen to "Don't Trade In Your Dreams" If the beauty of the melody and it's spiritual content does not make you weep or send chills up and down your spine , then perhaps this kind of elevating, enveloping, music experience is not for you. Anael's voice is an instrument; which she uses to capture and uplift people's souls.

From the opening track Sanctus, adapted from the Roman catholic liturgy, you are invited to personally audition Anael's world of beauty, peace, transformation and redemption. It feels very direct and very intimate almost as if she is singng for you and you alone, inviting you to join her for an hour in sharing her wisdom and tranquility. When that hour is over, your heart will continue to take with it Anael's message and vision.

The compositions of Bradfield manage to provide a medium in which the vocals of Anael can work their magic; growing, teaching, and transcending musical plains. Although this cd will sit well in the collections of lovers of Marcomme and perhaps Enya it is a singularly beautiful and mesmerizing album that occupies a genre all of its own.