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Bell Biv DeVoe are three members of the 80s Pop/R&B supergroup New Edition. New Edition ruled the pop and R&B charts between 1983 and 1989. First Bobby Brown left, and enjoyed his heyday between 1986 and 1993. Next came Bell Biv DeVoe, the second most successful N.E. spin-off, and in 1990 they became the first act to win "Best New Artist" at the televised Billboard Music Awards. Later in '90, Johnny Gill dropped his classic release on Motown, and in 1991 lead-singer Ralph Tresvant dropped his debut album as well. To make a long story short, these guys are legends (all six members of New Edition) and this reviewer has looked up to them for a long time now.

So how is the music on this CD? Unfortunately the word "mediocre" is the best way to describe it. I will however, highlight three songs that make this album worth trying out. Those songs are "In My Crib", "Da Hot...", and "Breezy":

"In My Crib" is by far the tightest song on the album; I play it over and over again, and think this song could be BBD's first major hit in a long time. "IMC" sounds like something New Edition could pull off actually, since it features vocals by Mr. Sensitivity himself, the one and only Mr. Ralph Tresvant. Produced by Brandon and Brian Casey from Jagged Edge (good work, fellas - seriously!!!), the song has the same island groove that Bad Boy rapper Shyne's "Bonnie & Clyde" had -- remember that? It even features a subtle element from New Edition's 1988 ballad "I'm Comin Home" in the middle of the song before Ron's rap - extremely nice touch! "IMC" is the jaaaammmmm!

Good song #2 is the first single, "Da Hot...". Produced by Da Rockwilder, the song is funky and sounds up-to-date. Good song #3 is "Breezy", produced by Heavy D and Tony Dofat. "Breezy" has a laid-back flow to it, and it's growing on me more and more...

The rest of the album is a disappointment however; BBD's previous albums now sound even better than ever to me in light of this album. The 'Poison' album was a masterpiece - no other from that era sounded like it, and songs like "Ain't Nuthin Changed", and "I Do Need You" still make me yearn for the New Jack Era of 1988-1992. 1993's "Hootie Mack" had its share of not-so-good songs ("Ghetto Booty" anyone?), but I always loved "The Situation", "Nickel", and "Please Come Back"...it was just too bad that the group had waited so long to follow up. The remix album was dope too, especially for the lead single from that release, "Word To The Mutha".

So there you have it - BBD's newest album is strictly for the die-hard fans. Casual listeners should stick with the singles...especially if "In My Crib" is next; it should be.

Thanks for reading!

Athough it is not as good as their previous albums, it is like 3 steps above the songs from B2K. This album is more on the hardcore rap side than the R&B side. This cd has a decent set of tracks and vocals are good. Well, it is better this cd be explicit than "boy band" corny. This is suggested to from of hip-hop/R&B rap & long time fans. I also like that they don't overuse their sexiness like some other r&b groups.

Yo I just need to say that BBD is trying to make some quick cheeze off 2day's thugged out muzic scene. No need for the cursing fellaz...you guyz are the same krunks that sang those bubble gum pop songs back in the day

MAN!!! BBD has done it again! Every song on this album is a "head-knocker". You can honestly choose any track on this album and it'll be straight "bumpin" (so don't hurt your neck). Although it doesn't really seem that it's getting much air play on the airwaves, and that's a crime. The cuts on this album are just as good and really better than anything out right now. I believe this to be their strongest album to date. Although I wouldn't neccessarliy say that it's better than the 1st one, I would say that it's more well-rounded. A MUST BUY for ANY hip-hop and r&b listener!

This record's a dud, and it pains me to say this because, as a Bostonian, I have nothing but love for the New Edition and its members. But you'd have to ask why BBD bother to make a comeback record with this swill. Women don't get a fair shake in these songs as they're all treated like inflatable dolls. As much as I wanna give these fellow local bruhs credit, I have to say that this record embarasses me.

I have always been a fan of the unique R&B/Hip Hop sound of BBD. This album does not disappoint. Every song is good. It's hard for me to say which song is the best. Each track stands on its own merit. I think this album is slightly better than there debut, Poison.

The track "In my Crib" seems to be one of the more radio friendly. Although if I owned a radio station all the songs would be pumpin through the air waves.

Needless to say, I'm impressed.

I think this is the best yet from BBD. It has the new hip hop flavor mixed with what we are all familiar with from BBD.

The new album from Bell Biv DeVoe is most satifying . As much as some people may hate , this is a gerat cd that will satisfy people that love hip-hop/ r&b . It has hip-hop that is not too overbearing in hardcore material and only 1 really smooth r&b song towards the end . The things they do best are making highly cohisive efforts that become better with each successive effort and perfectly conforming the musical and fashion style of the time without sounding or looking phony . This effort is best suited to those who like hip-hop/r&b and hardcore rap which the album consists of . This album has gained new fans of the group like myself so go and get this and it true fan the can appreciate their work . I don't only love their music ,I love their sex appeal as well . So,in closing , don't hate ,congratioulate these sexy & talented men who are putting it down for people with staying power in the music industry . They will be with us for many years to come. SIGNED MUSIC FAN.

I thought this album was pretty-darN-g00d!!

The Album opener "Sic Wit It" with its mix of shimmering, soulful vocals and rapping is a clue to BBD's general direction, while "Breezy," with its simple, grainy keyboard figure and old school dance beat is an undoubted highlight. "Pesos" is a timely warning to today's would be gangstas about the dangers of avarice, while the swaying "I Ain't Going Nowhere" is a smooth dose of dimly-lit bedtime R&B. Basically, BBD is still a superb R&B trio...inspite of "some" of the mean-sprited negative reviews..heRe on Amazon.

I thought this album by Bell Biv Devoe was good, but not as good as Poison or Hootie Mack. Most of the songs continue the wild themes displayed on Poison, but there are some very funky, danceable, bass heavy songs to match with the steamy lyrics. It's closer to what Prince was doing on his first few Warner Bros. albums with the sexy themes. Pesos is the best of this album's kinds of songs. But they also slow it down with a few ballads written and produced by members of R&B group Jagged Edge. This album didn't do well against the heavy music competition. And one problem--everybody had toned down in their music content while the trio was still laying it thick on their over the top MENTAL(!) sounds. For longtime fans, BBD still gives you what you want, so get it! For the newbies not into BBD's sound, you should pass on this effort and get something else.