"Mood music doesn't get much better than this. "Moods" is arguably Will Downing's finest LP. Featuring lush, gorgeous musical backdrops and some of his finest vocals, this is truly "grown folks music", refreshingly devoid of raps, heavy beats, profanity and sexually explicit language. Of special note is a great guest appearance by the legendary Jonathan Butler (whom I had the pleasure of meeting backstage on his last tour)who contributes guitar and flawless scat vocals to the Latin-tinged "Don't Wait For Love". There is not a single wasted note here and fans of 'smooth jazz' will be in absolute heaven. "Moods" is a fine collection of songs that's highlighted by his mellow remake of Bonnie Raitt's "I Can't Make You Love Me" and a perfect balance of love, devotion and understated sensuality. A Classic."
Awesome Album
Deann | 12/15/2004
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I just became a Will Downing fan recently and I think he is a wonderful and talented singer. I am in the process of buying all of his CDs. His music will definitely put you in a mellow mood!!"
Subliminal perfection......
tdc92123 | san diego, ca United States | 02/05/2004
(5 out of 5 stars)
"This is one on the very short list of classic recordings....yes, music should not be labeled! (Apparently Ellington once said that when you categorize music, then it becomes dated.)A romantic and very listenable theme throughout. No schmaltz here...just burning love.Get this and "Ben Webster Plays Ballads" and you and your female significant other will have no reason to leave the house."
Get This!
Danielle Bryant | Los Angeles, CA | 02/19/2002
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I purchased the CD from Amazon.com because I wore out the cassette a while ago. Anyone who likes crooners will love Moods. I have some of Will Downing's other projects which I think are fantastic, but to me, Moods is his best work."
This cd is wonderful and romantic
geneane cystrunk | east st. louis, il United States | 01/16/2002
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I love this cd so much. I listen to this cd on a 12 hour drive to texas and did not one time get tired of it. THIS IS A MUST GET CD. Get ready to have an wonderful experience."