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Legacy: The Greatest Hits Collection

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by: Boyz II Men

February 04, 2002
You may have seen Boyz II Men in the spotlight recently, as they released their own cover versions of Motown classics, which is fantastic for any fan. The Legacy is all about Boyz II Men's journey from early hip hop, or contemporary soul to power ballads, and all are included on this wonderfull collection. All their well known hits are included, from their first to 'recent' ones, made when the album was first produced in the year 2000. An absolute masterpiece.

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Whitney Houston - Greatest Hits

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by: Whitney Houston

June 09, 2003
Well I've always loved Mariah, Celine and Leona, but i've never really warmed up to Whitney, i think i love the high screaming nutters! lol.
But yes, this is a great collection of hits from Ms. Houston.
I will always love you being the most impressive, and theres a few gems on here that i'd never heard before like "Its not Right But its okay" , "How Will I Know" and a few more. There are some which i dont like at all such as "count on me" (even though its nice) and im sick of hearing "Run To you"!! But she will go down as a classic.
Even though she is amazing, i do still believe Celine has more power, Mariah has more range and Leona- well we havent seen the best of leona yet... She is better than Christina Aguilera and Aretha Franklin ... Read More:

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Baduizm

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by: Erykah Badu

February 01, 1997
This album was one of my first tastes of a new genre of music.

I cant recommend this enough, very deep insightful. The tunes kinda flow togther and they are masterfully crafted.

I personaly love to stick this on late at night after a hards days work, get some candles on, turn off the lights and maybe a crafty smoke chill and chat to friends or that special person.

The more you listen the more it grows on you. Its uniqueness is part of its charm and i couldnt imagine anyone not rating this as immense.

Enjoy listneing if you purchase it.

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The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill

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by: Lauryn Hill

May 12, 1994
I like many others recently dug this cd out of my collection.Most of you will think you are familiar with this work but let me assure you that you are not!!! The melodies and beats on this album are beyond ctiticism even for those of you that do not like hip-hop.A soulful set that will; in time, without question be regarded as a swansong to the twentieth century.Truly a classic which I think the fact no follow up album has been released testifies to the musical genious of Ms.Hill.How exactly do you follow up hip-hop/soul/r'n'b perfection? Lyrically and musically this album set a benchmark that has not really been matched within black music.

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B'day + DVD - Deluxe Edition

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by: Beyonce

April 23, 2007
I loved the original b'day, but this delux edition is even better. Right let's get into the tracks
Beautiful liar feat shakira- We all know this song, a bit boring now though
Irreplaceable-Still love this song even a year later
Green light-I liked this song before it was released,after it was released i got bored of it
Kitty kat-I really like this track,i wish on the dvd there was a full length video
Welcome to hollywood feat jay-z- This was on jay-z's kingdom album feat beyonce written by ne-yo,but now it has been put on her album with her showing off her rapping skills
Upgrade you feat jay-z- This tune is sick,the video is good as well
Flaws and all- A lovely heartfelt song about how Jay-z loves her even with her flaws ... Read More:

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Can't Take Me Home/Missundaztood

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by: Pink

September 15, 2008
I loved the original b'day, but this delux edition is even better. Right let's get into the tracks
Beautiful liar feat shakira- We all know this song, a bit boring now though
Irreplaceable-Still love this song even a year later
Green light-I liked this song before it was released,after it was released i got bored of it
Kitty kat-I really like this track,i wish on the dvd there was a full length video
Welcome to hollywood feat jay-z- This was on jay-z's kingdom album feat beyonce written by ne-yo,but now it has been put on her album with her showing off her rapping skills
Upgrade you feat jay-z- This tune is sick,the video is good as well
Flaws and all- A lovely heartfelt song about how Jay-z loves her even with her flaws ... Read More:

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8701

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by: Usher

July 09, 2001
A classic album of the 80s was thriller. the classic album for the noughties is 8701. an amazing album. flawlessly put together and so memorable. this album has served as a soundtrack to a time in my life and to do that demonstrates the power of the album. amazing!!!

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This Is Christmas

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by: Luther Vandross

October 13, 2008
The journalist Craig Seymour (in his bio on Luther) didn't rate this album, so I bought it with some trepidation.

Well, I don't think Craig coud have been more wrong. Some of Luther's vocals on these tracks are amongst his BEST ever performances. As ever, he sounds incredible, but with a Gospel intensity on the ballads; at times he's truly singing the chandelier right off the ceiling !!

It must have been electrifying in the studio. And his jazz-funk take on My Favourite Things is worth the price of admission alone... All the usual crew are there (Cissy, Cindy, Brenda, Lisa, Kevin, Marcus, Nat et al).

It's an excellent Christmas album that's loaded with soul plus some funny moments; listen out for the comic exchange between Luther and Brenda White ... Read More:

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Songs in A Minor [Bonus Track]

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by: Alicia Keys

March 11, 2002
1. Piano & I. 9/10
2. Girlfriend. 10/10
3. How Come You Don't Call Me. 9/10
4. Fallin'. 10/10
5. Troubles. 9/10
6. Rock Wit U. 10/10
7. A Woman's Worth. 10/10
8. Jane Doe. 10/10
9. Goodbye. 8/10
10. The Life. 10/10
11. Mr. Man. 9/10
12. Never Felt This Way. 9/10
13. Butterflyz. 10/10
14. Why Do I Feel So Sad. 7/10
15. Caged Bird. 8/10
16. Fallin' [Remix]. 8/10
17. A Woman's Worth [Remix]. 9/10
And if you keep on listening you will hear
18. Lovin' You. 10/10

OVERALL GRADE; 10/10
This album by the stunning Alicia Keys is by far the best debut album of 2001.

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#1s

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by: Destiny's Child

October 24, 2005
For the first few years of the 21st century, Destiny's Child ruled the roost in terms of pop music. Their touch was golden, and pretty much everything they released was extremely successful in the UK or the USA, or both.

Listening to this collection, it's not difficult to know why. Their competence in carrying off great pop hooks is considerable, and their vocals are way better than those of people in so-called 'credible' Indie bands. Vocals should actually count for something, and by God can Beyonce Knowles carry a note.

Great pop music is all over this album, from the memorable 'Bills, Bills, Bills', to the utterly anthemic 'Independent Woman' and the similarly anthemic 'Survivor'. This was where Destiny's Child were at their best, promoting the idea of friendship ... Read More: