I can describe the latest release from Pop sensation Gerald Levert for you with just one word� Outstanding!
Gerald Levert has been a heavy hitter in the Pop genre for quite a while now and Stroke Of Genius is an excellent illustration as to why.
Gerald Levert is one of those musicians that has the ability to just win you over with him talent. The kind of artist it’s really a treat to be able to listen to.
I’m of the opinion that Stroke Of Genius is certainly Gerald Levert’s best work in a few years. A totally enjoyable CD and an outstanding release. What I call must have music. I give it two thumbs up because it’s a collection that even the casual Pop fan can appreciate and enjoy.
While this entire album is outstanding some of my favorites are track 3 – Long Hot Summer, track 8 – U Got That Love, and track 19 – Won’t Get Up
My Bonus Pick, and the one that got Sore […as in “Stuck On REpeat”] is track 2 – Knock Knock Knock. This is a great track!
Stroke Of Genius Release Notes:
Gerald Levert originally released Stroke Of Genius on October 28, 2003 on the EastWest America label.
CD Track List Follows:
1. 1st Stroke (intro) 2. Knock Knock Knock 3. Long Hot Summer 4. Awesome 5. Stroke Of Genius 6. Close To You, (They Long To Be) – (featuring Tamia) 7. I Got A Girl 8. U Got That Love (Call It A Night) 9. Wear It Out 10. Good Morning 11. Keep It Warm 12. Didn’t We 13. To My Grave 14. Let It Be 15. Visit, The – (Interlude) 16. Eyes And Ears – (featuring Eddie/Sean Levert) 17. Rest Of Your Life 18. You Got That Love Again 19. Won’t Get Up 20. Last Stroke – (Outro)
Personnel includes: Gerald Levert (vocals); Tamia, Eddie & Sean Levert (vocals); Edwin “Tony” Nicholas (guitar, keyboards, programming, sequencing);
Gregg Swan, Joey Woolfalk (guitar); Regis Iandiorio (violin); Randy Spotts (programming); Sereena Wynn, Damon Parker (background vocals).
Producers: Gerald Levert, Edwin “Tony” Nicholas, Jasper Cameron.