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Hopeless Romantic

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Fell in love with this CD, got to discover another artist, whose music I appreciate.

It's the right time for singer/songwriter Michael B. Sutton to release his first solo project, and it's the right project, too...a sensual...sometimes naughty...journey into romance and erotica. The first radio single, "Body Music," sets the right mood, with all the qualities a hit should have...great hook, compelling performance, smooth groove. All of the other original tunes on HOPELESSLY ROMANTIC are equally hit-quality, and well they should be. Mr. Sutton spent seven years as a writer/producer for Motown Records, composing hits for the likes of Smokey Robinson, Michael Jackson, and Thelma Houston, among others. He was also half of the R&B duo "The Suttons," aka "Mike & Brenda" in the 80's. Michael's voice is soft and persuasive, and reminds me in many ways of Smokey himself. He gently caresses the lyrics, conveying the romance and passion of his words. Besides the new single, I'm especially drawn to the ultra-sensual "Do That To Me," "Sweet Surrender," "Nobody," and the Latin-flavored duet with Tata Vega, "Lovers Serenade." The beauty and positive vibe of HOPELESS ROMANTIC are especially gratifying in light of Michael's struggles over the past several years. Diagnosed with "limited agoraphobia" in the 80's, he's courageously fought back from emotionally crippling anxiety attacks with the help of his therapist, family, and friends. HOPELESS ROMANTIC is truly a celebration not only of love, but of personal recovery and victory. I salute Michael B. Sutton's personal successes, and highly recommend this excellent CD for your collection! ~SCOTT O'BRIEN