Brutha

Brutha | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (December 21, 2008)
• Original Release Date: December 21, 2008
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Def Jam
• ASIN: B001JL2V56
• In-Print Editions: MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (18 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #125,201 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Editorial Reviews

About the Artist

South Central Los Angeles-based quintet, Brutha, composed of the Harrell brothers, Anthony, Jared, Jacob, Cheyenne, and Grady is poised and ready to steal the R&B spotlight. Their BET reality show "Brothers To Brutha," has become one of the highest rated new shows on the network since its premiere on November 18th.

Brutha's popularity is evident is cyberspace as well! BruthaTV, the group's YouTube Channel. has received over 22,000 views and ranks among the most viewed channels on YouTube. Their rendition of Love Lockdown is well on its way to the 100,000 views mark. The six-episode reality show mini-series will climax on December 23rd, the same day their debut album, BRUTHA, hits stores. The band will also celebrate release day with a return appearance on BET's 106th and Park, to perform their hit single, "I Can't Hear the Music." In October, the group visited 106th and Park to premiere the song's performance video directed by Jesse Terrero. Recorded primarily in Atlanta, the album is a soulful collaboration with a who's who of urban songwriters and producers, including Jazze Pha, Shae Taylor, the Corna Boyz, the Heavy­weights, and 112 founding member Daron Jones.

"Brothers To Brutha" is a new concept, an emotionally-charged docu-drama of five brothers determined to make it to the top. The show focuses on Brutha's search for balance between family and fame, once they have been signed to Def Jam. Under the management of their uncle, music veteran Donny `Drano' Harrell, and the tutelage of the late EVP of Def Jam, Shakir Stewart, the group struggles to fulfill the Harrell clan's dream of success. The brothers are constantly put to the test as pressure builds between blood and business, and the demands of the music industry challenge them to stay `brother to brother.'

Product Description

2008 release of their self titled debut album. Anthony, Jared, Jacob, Cheyenne and Grady make up the five Brutha Brothers, ranging in age from 19 to 25. This group signed to Island Def Jam/Goodfellas Entertainment drawing their inspiration from the Jackson 5, New Edition and Boyz II Men. The album was recorded in Atlanta and it includes the single 'I Can't Hear The Music' featuring Fabolous. Brutha has a reality show which premiered in November 2008 on BET called Brother to Brutha which shows the brothers' struggles to fulfill their musical dream without compromising their close family ties.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars pleased, January 30, 2009

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U. Hogans "music/book lover" (Akron, OH USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Brutha (Audio CD)

I was pleased with the cd but, as i had followed the acapella movement and reality show of this group, I was anticipating them showing off their vocal harmonies just a bit more. Also, thought it was a miss that they did not include their signature intro "He's My Brother" on the cd. However, overall, I was pleased and will purchase their next cd when ever it is released.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Good Album, January 1, 2009

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G Reviews "G Reviews" (Miami) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Brutha (Audio CD)

I love the way the brothers harmonize. They definitely need more work as far as dancing and presentation but overall great album. Vocals were excellent and the songs are great. My Favorites are:

Bang Bang (I like it)
She's Gone
Set it off (They really show us all their vocals A++++)
Like This
Afraid of Love(They really touch on this subject from a male perspective)
Ghost (Really Good)

With the right support and team Brutha in my opinion will continue to grow and get better.
I say this album is worth buying.We need more solid R&B male artists Brutha is working it out.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars BRUTHA= TRULY PHENOMENAL! THESE BOYS ARE HERE TO STAY, December 31, 2008

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T. Brown "TRB III" (South Florida, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Brutha (Audio CD)

I've been looking for a solid boy group of the R&B World for a while, especially in our recent times. There was Diddy's group Day26, then they faded away, but those boys of Day26 can sing. It seems like groups can never be consistent (Jodeci, Guy, Dru Hill, Jagged Edge, 112, New Edition, Ideal, Prophet Jones, Men of Vizion, etc). Then I was introduced to the reality sitcom Brothers to Brutha on BET and these boys can sing to! Their album is simply AMAZING! You have to check it out! I believe they are here to stay. I rate every song on this CD five stars. As one of Jehovah's Witnesses, I appreciate how Brutha in their "Thank You" Section of their album cover gave praise to the Almighty and Only True God, Jehovah. I even saw Jared on the show reading the Examining The Scriptures Daily Textbook. I encourage you boys to learn all you can about Jehovah, you won't regret it, it is the truth! Keep focused, stay on the RIGHT path, and you will be successful. I'm looking forward to a second season of Brothers to Brutha.

Much love from an appreciative Brutha of your music, T3.