Don't Sleep
Big Papi | Southfield, MI USA | 03/28/2003
(4 out of 5 stars)
"This is a great CD but I fear that most people in the US don't know about it. It was recorded in Japan and never really got the chance to work its way into the minds and hearts of mainstream America. AJ & Company's "It's All About Love" is the type of CD that has major appeal to the more sophisticated music lover in all of us. It does a superb job of reminding us that good music can still be made without the popular samples, hip hop influced rhythms and overbearing bass lines. These things have their place, but this CD provides a refreshing change of pace... Highlights include "Save the World," which is particularly comforting in light of the current war situatin been the US and Iraq. The vocal talents are obvious, particularly from Jay, who sings much of the lead on this song. Also noteworthy is "Love's Finally Here." All I can say is picture yourself with that special someone, on the top deck of a cruiseship as the sun sets... this song takes you there. "Addictive Love" has the live Rock/R&B well blended feel to it. It's the type of song you'd expect to go over well at a live show. But if you're going for the baby-making mood, set the player on "Share" and "Rain," hit repeat all, turn off the lights and light a candle. Overall, this may be the best album that was overlooked so far this decade. Don't sleep... pick it up!"