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Leela James: My Soul
Those who have seen James perform live will attest that her shows are highly energetic, and the same goes for this disc. "Party All Night" is a step in that direction, and seems to have been written with the stage in mind. It possesses a strong backbeat, the perfect showcase for James' powerful pipes and a relentless dance track. But the greatest highlight is her "Mr. Incredible, Ms. Unforgettable," a sexy duet with Raheem DeVaughn (who also co-wrote the song), whose lyrics make this one of the greatest make-out songs this year yet. Can't wait to hear that in a live format.
Track Listing
I Ain't New To This;So Cold;The Fact Is; I Want It All;Party All Night; Mr. Incredible--Ms. Unforgetable; Tell Me You Love Me;Let It Roll; Supa Luva; If It's Wrong; It's Over.
Personnel
Leela James: vocals; Raheem Devaughn: vocals (4); Tiffany Wilson: background vocals; Milton Fletcher, Jr.: keyboards; Andrea Martin: background vocals; Shelby Johnson and Butter: background vocals; Mark Bowers: guitar, bass (9); Johhnie "Smurf" Smith: keyboards (10, 11); Ben Wendel: tenor sax; Bud Wales: tenor sax; Brenda Walkin: tenor sax; Dwayne Moore: bass (10); George "Spanky" McCurdy: drums (10).
Album information
Title: My Soul | Year Released: 2010 | Record Label: Stax Records
