Friday, November 16, 2007

The Boyz are Doing It Old School


It seems like every artist today is going back to their roots and drawing inspiration from many great singers from the past. Christina Aguilera went "Back to Basics," and Amy Winehouse went "Back to Black," while singing in the old school style of the original blues, jazz, and r&b artists.

Now, Boyz II Men has released an album called "Motown - A Journey Through Hitsville USA." It's a compilation of Motown covers, and even includes an acapella version of their hit "End of the Road." They include some of my favorites like, "Just My Imagination" (originally by the Temptations), "Mercy Mercy Me" (Marvin Gaye), and "I Was Made To Love Her" (Stevie Wonder).

At a first glance, and strictly judging an album by its cover, the Boyz have successfully channeled some vintage style. They all look positively dapper in their black suits, sitting in what appears to be a quaint little diner. Since they are the most successful R&B male group of all time, and my personal favorite, I have high expectations set for them.

Here is a video with a little more information about the new album:



Where can you find it?
But it now on iTunes.

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