Smoothjazz.com Review
Sandy Shore | Monterey, CA | 04/16/2007
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Wow, what a stunning follow-up to Dee's outstanding George Howard tribute disc of a couple of years ago! When I reviewed "Remembrance," I mentioned what an impressive job Dee had done in re-creating the distinctive George Howard style while putting his own unique signature on each tune. I was thinking to myself at the time that as good as that album was, I couldn't wait to hear the next Dee Lucas project, when he performed music that he could truly make his own. SOMETHING TO RIDE 2 is that project, and my expectations have been exceeded. This album is rich, tasty, classy, and I could just keep adding positives! This truly is a first-rate collection of soprano sax-driven music, and it should indeed be a breakout release for Mr. Lucas. There's not one throwaway track on this disc, with the hits "Bayou" and the cover of Herbie Hancock's "Chameleon" (including a bonus mix) in the forefront. Speaking of covers, Dee's takes on Kem's "I Can't Stop Loving You" and Brian McKnight's "Never Felt This Way" are exceptional. This is just a quality outing from first note to last... smooth and mellow, with an understated urban funk groove as a foundation. I told you that "Remembrance" was a "must have." Dee Lucas' new one, SOMETHING TO RIDE 2, is absolutely in the same category, and I expect it to propel him to the forefront of the Smooth Jazz format. You will fall in love with this album! ~SCOTT O'BRIEN"
Something To Ride 2
Fred Wayne Scrutchins | 07/31/2008
(3 out of 5 stars)
"It was pretty good but the sax sounds much too synthetic and lacked richness. Also, the sound mixing was fair on most of the cuts...No depth.
It did not sound professional. It sounded like it was mixed at a home studio. No Boney, Najee, or Paul Taylor sounding audio mix here. I'm sorry if I sound harsh...just truthful. Better vocals, better studio work and he will really sound great!"
Something To Ride To
bernard | milwaukee,wi | 04/08/2008
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I put this cd in my car and don,t want to take it out.the tittle says it all.IT IS TRULY SOMETHING TO RIDE TO"
Track Listings (10) - Disc #1