フォーマット |
CD |
---|---|
構成数 |
1 |
国内/輸入 |
輸入 |
パッケージ仕様 |
- |
発売日 |
2004年11月27日 |
---|---|
規格品番 |
283765 |
レーベル |
|
SKU |
075678376528 |
構成数 | 1枚
合計収録時間 | 01:01:30
Personnel: Gerald Levert (vocals, keyboards, percussion, background vocals); Gerald Levert; Darrell "Delite" Allamby (spoken vocals, various instruments, background vocals); Edwin "Tony" Nicholas (guitar, keyboards, percussion, drum programming); Tony Nicholas (guitar, keyboards, drum programming, sequencer); Randy Bowland, Rick Williams (guitar); Charlene Parker, Jr., Diane Monroe, Charlene Parker Jr., Olga Konopelsky, Gregory Teperman (violin); Peter Nocella (viola); Jennie Lorenzo (cello); Dwayne Moore (bass guitar); Eruc Byous, Eric Byous (drums); James Cornwell (percussion); Travis Milner (keyboard programming); Star Beatz (drum programming); Fred "Ljai" Robertson , Chantell Jones, Mike City, Chanell Jones (background vocals); Eddie Levert (vocals); Butch Bonner (guitar); Igor Szwec, Emma Kummrow (violin); Davis A. Barnett (viola); Niles McKinney (Wurlitzer organ); Troy Taylor (keyboards, programming, drum programming, background vocals); Gordon Chambers, A.G. Thomas (background vocals); Trey Songz, The Levert Kids. Audio Mixers: Darrell "Delite" Allamby; Franny "Franchise" Graham; Ben Arrindell; Charles "Prince Charles" Alexander ; Andre Booth; Paul Osborn; Pete Tokar. Recording information: Earpoint Studio, Bratenahl, OH; Ghetto Pop Music Studios, Dallas, TX; Quad Recording, New York, NY; The Studio, Philadelphia, PA; Unsung Studio, Sherman Oaks, CA. Photographer: Christian Lantry. Arranger: Gerald Isaac. As a member of the O'Jays, Gerald Levert's father, Eddie, was no stranger to social commentary, often taking a break from their confectionery songs of love and loss to issue strong statements on the state of the world. With DO I SPEAK FOR THE WORLD, Gerald reveals similar inclinations. While his ninth album is certainly amply stocked with sweet songs of seduction, it opens with much sharp-tongued analysis of weighty manners, going so far as to invite scholar-commentators Cornel West and Tavis Smiley for their input on a poetic interlude. On the inspirational, soul-searching opening track "Intro/Speak for the World," Levert supplies a wonderfully vulnerable take on a long list of issues on his mind, from the dangers around the world to his own moments of self-doubt. The striking "Crucify Me" follows, exposing a complex philosophy as Levert, a performer at the 2004 Democratic Convention, examines everything from school prayer to questionable wars. However, while Levert's heart is certainly poured into his political musings, his lover's notions are not ignored, as DO I SPEAK FOR THE WORLD contains plenty of tender, doleful ballads ("Better to Talk It Out") and hearty pleas ("Lay You Down"), providing a beautifully balanced record.
録音 | ステレオ (Studio)
-
1.[CD]DO I SPEAK FOR THE WORLD?:
-
1.Intro/Speak for the World
-
2.Cornel West/Tavis Smiley Interlude
-
3.Crucify Me
-
4.Greater Later
-
5.Show You How to Love (Interlude)
-
6.Lay You Down
-
7.Everyday
-
8.Better to Talk It Out
-
9.It Was What It Was
-
10.Duty Calls
-
11.One Million Times
-
12.What Happened to the Lovin' - (featuring Eddie Levert/Trey Songz/The Levert Kids)
-
13.So What (If You Got a Baby)
-
14.Where Do We Go
-
15.Click a Glass
-
16.Do I Speak for the World (Outro)
-
-
ここ数年は毎年アルバムを出しているジェラルド、今回は〈G世界〉を飛び出し、〈世界のために話しているか〉ときた。とはいえ制作は本人とトニー・ニコラスを軸にダレル“ディライト”アランビーやマイク・シティら馴染みの顔ぶれが参加、どストレートなステッパーズを披露したりしながらも基本はいつものG節で、確実にハズさないあたりは流石だ。なお、今回から親父エディに加え、いよいよ子供たち(!)まで登場してます。
bounce (C)佐藤 ともえタワーレコード (2005年01,02月号掲載 (P90))
欲しい物リストに追加
コレクションに追加
サマリー/統計情報
お早めのご注文で発売日前日にお届けいたします
山口県・四国・九州・沖縄県
フラゲ注文受付期間は地域によって異なります。
お住まいの地域をご確認ください。
発売日前日
にお届けします発売日当日
にお届けしますフラゲ注文受付期間は地域によって異なります。
お住まいの地域をご確認ください。