Patti Austin — The Real
Me
Produced by David Pack
A beautiful album of lovingly performed
standards is Patti Austin's best album. Includes an amazing Smoke
Gets In Your Eyes. |
Chaka Khan —
c.k.
Various Producers
This album is redeemed by two awesome
performances of the standards The End Of A Love Affair and I'll
Be Around. |
Jeffrey Osborne — One
Love, One Dream
Various Producers
Osborne uses his awesome voice to great
effect here. I especially like All Because Of You. |
Take 6
Produced by Mark Kibble, Cluade V. McKnight, III & Mervyn E. Warren
The debut of this gospel acapella sextet is
a must have for anyone who enjoys vocal arrangements. |
Luther Vandross — Any
Love
Produced by Luther Vandross & Marcus Miller
His best stuff tends to be his
"reinterpretations" and in this case the remake of Love Won't
Let Me Wait is the standout track. |
Gerald Alston
Produced by Stan Sheppard & James Varner
The Manhatttans lead vocalist doesn't get
much acclaim but he's one of the best around. Features Take Me
Where You Want To. |
George Benson — Twice
The Love
Various producers
Somewhat disappointing my GB standards but
it does include the Chicago-esque Starting All Over. |
Bobby Brown —
Don’t Be Cruel
Various producers
This former New Edition had a surprise hit
with this breakout album. Features My Prerogative and Roni. |
Siedah Garrett — Kiss
Of Life
Produced by Rod Temperton
Siedah's first album after her big duet with
Michael Jackson and Rod Temperton's debut as a producer. Doesn't
quite live up to expectations but is interesting nonetheless. |
