After Hours

Rahsaan Patterson | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (October 26, 2004)
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Artistry Music
• ASIN: B00065U0PO
• Also Available in: Audio CD  |  MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (66 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #71,052 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Editorial Reviews

Rahsaan Patterson continues to redefine soul music with his third body-moving collection, "After Hours". The highly anticipated follow up to "Love In Stereo" and "Rahsaan Patterson," "After Hours" scintillates with smooth grooves, undeniable melodies and soaring vocals that can only be delivered by Patterson. Van Hunt, Jamey Jaz and Steve Hurley return as Patterson’s core writing and production team, delivering a groove that will keep you moving after hours. Features the hits "The One For Me," "Separate," and "Yeah, Yeah, Yeah" plus 3 bonus tracks not featured on international versions.

Customer Reviews

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50 of 50 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars ABSOLUTELY AMAZING, November 1, 2004

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Victory (Ohio United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: After Hours (Audio CD)

He's done it AGAIN. He definitely turns up the funk notch on this one. Where his previous releases have been smooth and mellow except for a few cuts, this one is all out sensuality and seduction. Never actually saying what it is that's driving his passions, leaving it to the listener's interpretation. Pure genius! The collaborations with Van Hunt (another star in his own right) are smoky and seductive, adding yet another layer to Rahsaan's eclectic repertoire of sounds. This is NOT a collection of ballads, but just as effective in setting the perfect After Hours mood. Highly recommended and appreciated by this listener.

20 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A delicious bite of PURE SOUL..., August 2, 2005

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Deborah Hinds "ivry qt" (Tampa, FL) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: After Hours (Audio CD)

Since the release of his self-titled debut in 1997, singer Rahsaan Patterson has managed to attract legions of loyal fans around the world with his rousing, soulful voice, yet hasn't yet found much mainstream success. Although many fans may enjoy following a huge talent who still manages to be somewhat underground, the rest of us are left scratching our heads as to why this vocal powerhouse with every marketable quality a record label would require on their "neo soul" artist roster is not selling millions of records. Great voice? Check. Great music? Check. Great live performer? Check. Whatever the reason, it seems only a matter of time before Patterson's "under the radar" hype goes from small venues from Philly to London to the airwaves of every radio station with an R&B format.

Patterson's third CD, After Hours may just be the vehicle to send him into the Urban AC stratosphere among both the 30 plus and minus crowds. And while much has been written about Patterson's likeness to Stevie Wonder, Chaka Kahn, and other soul legends, there's something completely modern about Patterson's music. There's nothing redundant or throw back about his music or his voice. With a sound that can only be described as pure soul, he's got the type of voice you can feel in your chest.

After Hours is a funky, melodic collection of soul grooves. Patterson's high-octave vocals and ability to express more emotion than most male R&B singers, prove that he's back, and better than ever. The record's first single, the Mike City-produced "Forever Yours," is another one of Patterson's intimate, mid-tempo masterpieces. Other highlights include the catchy, feel good "The One for Me, the funky, guitar-driven "I Always Find Myself," and the flawless, uplifting "April's Kiss."
The collection of songs on After Hours is universally satisfying, as Patterson seamlessly moves from midtempo to uptempo to ballad lacing every track with his soaring, heartfelt vocals.
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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars As Th Villiage Voice Has Called Him, "The Supernatural Love Child of Chaka Kahn & Al Jereau" does it again!!!, July 5, 2005

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JD "JD" (BOSTON) - See all my reviews

This review is from: After Hours (Audio CD)

If you've been waiting for new music from RAHSANN, this CD is for you...if you have yet to expreirence RAHSAAN, this CD is for you! IF YOU HAVE EARS, A HEART, A SOUL, and a BODY that loves to GROOVE....THS CD IS FOR YOU!!! Skip the hype & take flight with Rahsaan...you wont regret it!!!