Boney James - Pure (10 tracks) +Album Reviews

Oh my God, I love it

Tanika L. Carroll | McDonough, GA | 08/17/2004

(5 out of 5 stars)

"This is Boney at his best. I have most of his albums and they are all good, but this one, is fabulous. All I needed to hear "Better with Time", and that was it, I had to get the album. I couldn't wait to get it in my collection. The only thing I don't like is the album cover itself. I don't like cause it's made out of cardboard, instead of getting the classic CD Case. Other than that, all the songs are beautiful."

Pure Heaven!

Jazzy | Simi Valley, CA USA | 12/26/2004

(5 out of 5 stars)

"The mere fact that Boney's music has remained fresh and contemporary after all these years is a true testiment to his talents. "Pure" is by far one of his best cd's. I especially liked "It's On". I will definately be cruising up the coast listening to that track. This cd is a safe bet for those of you like me who only purchase a cd if 3 or more songs are good. Also, for those of you haven't seen this musical genius live....you're missing out!"

Purely Boney

Siobhan Harris | Northern NJ (actually) | 08/09/2004

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Let me first start by saying I own everything Boney. Okay, enough said. This cd is the culmination of a maturing and ever changing body of work. From beginning to end, you can not miss the fact that Boney wanted put himself out there as only he knows how to do it. Boney you need to produce and write for yourself more often. He even brought some old school, Jerry Hay, Bill Reichenbach of Seawind fame, Tony Maiden of Rufus and Chaka Khan, Joe Sample, Pino Palladino, Billy Preston, Ricky Lawson, and mixed it with the new Ahmir "?westlove" Thompson, Dwele, Jon B., and Bilal. He is a true master of 'smooth jazz', and knows how to mix it up without it coming out sounding like saccharine which some smooth jazz artists do. (ie, Kenny G) He can make your head bob, toe-tap and send shivers at the same time. I can't wait to see him live which is always the icing on the cake after he releases a cd. For any true fan, this album is a BUY!!! If you're new to Boney, this purchase is a major treat for you.

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Pure Boney......

MayaLa | 08/04/2004

(5 out of 5 stars)

"As someone who owns everything Boney James has ever done, I honestly have to say that this album is one of his best to date. I really don't know how he does it, but it seems as if each time he releases an album, he gets better and better.

'Pure' is his truest piece to date. He not only cowrote all of the songs, but this time around he also produced the album, which is a first for him. Even though he seemed to take more risks and be more adventurous on this outing, he remained true to his r&b roots.

I think this album has more of a sense of maturity about it, which probably is the result of what he's been through the last three years (his brother passed away).

Its a beautiful thing when one can release their ninth album, and still maintain that 'thing' that their fans love about them. In his case, he seems to have nurtured 'it,' and allowed 'it' to thrive.

After all these years, it still boggles my mind how smoothly Boney can play a tenor saxophone. Now, I have never played a wind instrument, but it seems logical to me that playing a soprano sax would be far easier than a tenor. Boney, however, seems almost to make his tenor flutter, like the breeze in late summer, early fall. He makes it seem effortless. I think a good example of this phenomenon is the last track from this album: 'You Don't Have To Go Home.'

His music plays with, toys with the emotions of its listeners with every single, perfectly executed note. It can mellow just as easily as it can excite.

Boney James' music is truly a gift, and I would recommend this album (in addition to his previous works) to anyone. There are only two things lacking from his roster; a greatest hits recording, and a live recording."

Boney JAMZ!!!

I. McCommons | Bedford, TX United States | 08/09/2004

(5 out of 5 stars)

"This has got to be one of Boney's best. Boney keeps suprising me on each new album he puts out. Boney has creatively out done himself considering that he produce the whole album. It's rare these days to find a CD that sounds good from beginning to end. 'Pure' has all the right sounds, from the smooth title cut "Pure," to the slammin' "Stone Groove," to the laid back "Break of Dawn", etc. This CD has become an instant classic in my collection of smooth jazz. I highly recommend smooth jazz affectionados pick up this jem for their collection."

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