Infinite Possibilities

Artist: Amel Larrieux
Label: Sony
Category: Music

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Format: Enhanced
Media: Audio CD
Number Of Discs: 1

UPC: 074646974124
EAN: 0074646974124
ASIN: B00004HYM1

Release Date: 2000-02-15

Infinite Possibilities

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Tracks:

Get Up
Ini
Sweet Misery
Searchin' My Soul
Even If
Infinite Possibilities
Shine
Down
Weather
Make Me Whole

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Amel Larrieux, formerly of mellow duo Groove Theory, unleashes her wholesome musical and personal aspirations on her ear-catching solo debut, Infinite Possibilities. A fusion of hip-hop, groovy R&B, jazz, and Middle Eastern and African rhythms overlaid with the singer's soulful vocal meanderings, the album resonates with the influences of Sade, Innervisions-era Stevie Wonder, and Prince. All the while thoughtful and respectful to God, Larrieux's good-girl vibes are made less ordinary with a multilayered, proficient musical backdrop that deepens with each listen. The single "Get Up" reels the listener in with atmospheric synth notes and Larrieux's beguiling vocals, which spiral into a jazzy tone poem to close the track. "Sweet Misery" is another tune bolstered by her heartfelt vocal expressions, and "Infinite Possibilities" conveys the title's meaning as it builds to its climax of overlapping vocal rounds, dreamy keyboards, reverberating guitar chords, and plugging bass. "Down" is a striking funked-up variation on the piano-bar diva's usual melancholy mood. While not as gutsy as such contemporaries as Macy Gray and Angie Stone, Larrieux's vision for a modern, world-beat-savvy sound gains significance the longer it stays in the player. --Rebecca Robinson

Customer Reviews:

Still Groovy As A Solo Artist.......2007-05-02

This album from Amel Larrieux puts her in a positive class by herself, and it was well worth the buy for me and for anyone who heeds motivation, relaxation, and mutual luvin'.

"Great Solo Debut ".......2007-03-30

I've been feeling Armel since "Groove Theory". Her solo debut is really tight. People might disagree but I think this is Armel's best work to date (her signature). Some complain that her vocals aren't strong enough. But on this disc her voice goes from smokey to energetic with equal effect. The stand outs on this disc in my opinion are (2) Ini, (3) Sweet misery, (10) Make me whole. I don't know if people classify her as "Neo Soul", I hope not, she should have her own category (Diverse & Wholesome).

Not a bad CD.......2007-02-21

I really only bought this CD for the song "Make me Whole" but the whole CD in itself isn't bad at all! I am very glad that I bought it, and I listen to it quite frequently!

As good on CD as it was in person!.......2006-09-16

My intro to this lovely birdsong was at a live concert prior to my even knowing who she was. I was so blown away that I had to buy her CD that night and luckily she was in an autographing mode! I will keep that cover long after I wear the CD out! She is such an awesome talent!! If you love jazz of any sort you will find something to enjoy on all of her CDs and if you just love music....you will love everything she has done from scat to jazz to freestyle. I love this CD in particular, though. But have bought her other CD as well! Keep up stocking her music!

Larrieux's Debut.......2006-08-04

"Infinite Possibilities", what a title for an album. The title alone made me want to listen to this piece of work. That, and the fact that I kept hearing her name from neo-soul fans. I knew who she was because she was the voice of the group Groove Theory. After listening to this album, I see why she has her own fan base, she's very good.

This is essentially a jazz album. The entire album has the same laid-back feel to it, which is alright because music listeners don't always want to hear party starters and upbeat songs. I love how Larrieux scats, she sounds so good doing it. And she gives me just enough, because she adds scatting on almost every song. The production on this album is subpar, but there is only so much one can do with a jazz album production wise. What really makes this songstress shine is her lyrics. Every song has depth to it. Lyrically, there are no fillers. "Get Up" is the only song that was played on the radio from this album. I enjoy this song. It talks about not allowing anything hold you back. "Sweet Misery" is an album highlight because everything about it shines. The lyrics are about a loss of love, the production is good, and vocally she's on point. "Even If" is beautiful. This is a really nice ballad; it's a love song. The listener can feel the point Larrieux is attempting to convey. Anyone who owns this album should take a few listens to this song. There is no question that "Make Me Whole" is the best song on this albun. I feel in love with this song the first time I heard it. This is a love song at its best. This song is so sincere, it obviously took some time to write because its truly compelling.

Overall, I enjoyed this album. It's not a 5 star album because it was short, the production was not good enough, and most of the songs grabbed me the same way. I didn't really like one song more than I liked another. However, I do recommend this album to neo-soul fans because I am almost sure that they will get something from this multi-talented artist named Amel Larrieux.

Mikeisha's Top 5
1. Get Up
2. Even If
3. Make Me Whole
4. Infinite Possibilities
5. Sweet Misery

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