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After Hours

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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.

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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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!!!

I have loved Rahsaan Patterson since the beginning. With each release I find that I like each one more that the predecessor. "After Hours" is simply amazing. The voice is flawless, the songs are inspiring, the musicianship is complete. It's simply a brilliant CD, from beginning to end. Please, check it out.

I danced my way through this CD this Christmas at every tempo...from slow grinds, mid-tempo grooves, uptempo funk, and the brilliant souful ballad THE BEST...I can't WAIT to hear some of these new songs LIVE on his current tour...YOU MAKE LIFE SO GOOD, SO HOT, and the new single on the radio right now, FOREVER YOURS! Rahsaan is everything I love about music...Chaka, Prince, and his own unique, unpredictable, extraterrestrial self! If you don't have this CD...BUY IT NOW!!!

First, let me apolgize for any typos I may make in my review. I am upset. I have been a faithful Rahsaan Patterson fan since 1997!! I love his music, his voice, and his message. It upsets me that the music industry keep overlooking this talented singer!!! The CD stays in constant rotation in my CD Player whether I am in the car or at work.

Jet magazine wrote two lines about him in last week's issue stating that he is an artist to watch!! Well, they are a couple of years late.

I recently saw Rahsaan Patterson perform as the opening act for Kem and Fantasia... And like before, he leaves me speechless... I am forever a fan... Everyone should have a Rahsaan Patterson CD in their CD collection... After Hours is his best yet... And there is no doubt in my mind there is more to come from this pure voice... Jet Magazine (March 2005 issue) recently listed him among the top artists to watch in 2005 and with singles like Forever Yours, Burnin, and So Hot... Their are right on target! Like milk...Got Rahsaan?

If you were ever in doubt(and i don't know why?),Rahsaan Patterson clearly sits on the throne as "The Prince of Soul" with his newest cd "After Hours". It has it all, funky dance tracks, sexy mid-tempos and heart-felt ballads. The mood is just as it states..........."After Hours".
Rahsaan Patterson has his own style and sound that is often replicated, but never duplicated. The phrasing and lyrics are brilliant, clearly demonstrating why he is highly respected among his peers in the music industry and his talent recruited for musical collaborations across all genres.
I tried to satisfy my thirst while waiting for Rahsaan Patterson's return by keeping his first two cd's "Rahsaan Patterson" and "Love In Stereo" in rotation. I can honestly say with the wonderful surprises on "After Hours" my thirst for more has only gotten deeper!!
If you are looking for music that has not lost it's integrity, this is a must have cd!!!!

The great thing about an artist nto getting the recognition he/she deserves is that everytime you here them, it seems like a breath of fresh air. Such is the case with Rahsaan Patterson, cleary a far more skilled singer than any man on the pop/R&B forefront these days (Where are you, Bilal?). Although he has blessed other artists with some of his compositions, he has never really gotten the mainstream attention that they all did.
However, it says a lot about an artistwhen they can wait four years to release an album and still have a devout following. Rahsaan doesn't disappoint, either. From the outset fo the album with "You're the one for me", Rahsaan lets us know this is goign to be the most relaxed, assured body of work he's presented thus far. Back to that "voice": NO ONE GETS INSIDE THE GROOVE OF A SONG LIKE RAHSAAN! He allows his voice to become another instrument in the song; never overpowering nor falling below the grooves laid down by Van Hunt throughout the majority of the disc.
Rahsaan, don't make us wait next time! Your fan's are patient adn appreciative, but we need more from you!

and we're not talking neo soul or any other kinda fake marketting ploy...we're talking MUSIC FOR THE SOUL! feed your ears, heart, mind, body, AND SOUL with You Make Life So Good, The Best, Don't Run So Fast, Sometimes You Gotta Let Go...and you'll walk away stronger and happier! do yourself a favor and treat your SOUL to After Hours! :-) DJ