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Jonathan Butler

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This just as a note is NOT Jonathan Butlers 1st Album. His 1st Album was actually released 7 years earlier and all of the songs were instrumental.

This is a 1 to 10 scale of my thoughts of the album's songs

1.Lies (9) a total radio classic with nice vocals and nice chorus

2.Love Songs,Candlelight, and You (8) A Beautiful Melody and nice Chorus as well. Fine Guitar playing in the opening

3.Going Home (10) The 1st sign of the perfect song is an instrumental with stunning beauty and grace. You find that when you listen that you have a South African drum sound and a fine acoustic setting.

4.I Miss Your Love Tonight (8) Yet Another Radio Track but this is definately not my favorite song here

5.Holding On (10) By far my favorite song. When I was 2 i think when my mother 1st got this on cassette i can recall dancing and trying to snap my finger to this upbeat fun and soulful track

6.One More Dance (9) A nice song with a nice chorus and nice melodic tone

7.Take Good Care of Me (10) A Very Romantic slow song that has a nice impact on love

8. Barenese (10) Another instrumental with a very emotional melody

9. All Over You (9) A Song that has a good hook and a very sexy premise

10. Overflowing (7) Another Radio friendly track

11. Loving You (10) A Lovely melodic, lonely love song

12.Sunset (10) Another Beautiful instrumental

13.Say We'll Be Together (10) a nice song with nice guitar work and good keyboarding

14.Give a Little More Lovin'(8) Another Radio Friendly Song

15.Reunion (10) a great "south african" sound to this instrumental. Sounds as if it was played at a party with chattering in the beginning and ending

16. High Tide (10) The last track to a phenomenal Album is a nice treat at the end!

Produced By the Great Producer and V.P. of Jive Records Barry J. Eastmond!

I own this gem in it's original Double Album format have cherished it for more than a decade now! This self titled opus is that rare release that pleases not only jazz enthusiasts, but pop/R&B lovers alike, without sacrificing the integrity of it's craft. The two biggest hits of course were "Lies"( a top-notch soul track with live jaunty horns funky, bottom-heavy bass playing and some of Mr. Butler's finest scatting/guitar playing) and "Take Good Care Of Me", a refreshing take on romance and fidelity that never seems to sound old or dated. The remainder of the album is flawless, brilliantly played jazz, my personal favorites being "Barenese", "High Tide" "Sunset", "Reunion" "Say We'll Be Together" and the lovely "Going Home". An exceptionally strong second outing for this gifted young artist who has only gotten better over the years. A welcome additon to any serious collection.

I first saw Jonathan performing live with the Capetown Coons (in the then Salisbury, Rhodesia) when he was 7 years old and I was just 4 years old and I've been hooked ever since. I have listened to his music countless times over the years and still enjoy each album. His live performances are also worth seeing. Definitely worth purchasing his music if you love soulful jazz.

I am a lover of jazz and adult comtemporary music, and on this CD Jonathan Butler gives you both. The songs on this CD give you the feeling of love and romance. If you've been in love, you can appreciate every song on this CD. His guitar solos and his vocals are so soothing to the heart and soul. I can't say enough about Jonathan Butler and this CD it's by far one of my favorites.

When I first purchased this cassette, yes cassette, I had only heard 2 songs from the album (Holding On and Lies). I have never considered myself a lover of jazz--I really never liked the stuff until I heard this album. Jonathan is a very talented man. I was taking an accounting class and wanted music I couldn't sing with. This music fit the bill--it was easy listening and very soothing. I was able to do my accounting homework and enjoy sound at the same time. I would recommend this cd to anyone who is interested in easy listening--really good stuff--my introduction to jazz. I will always be greatful to Jonathan Butler for that.

This is one hell of cd....overlooked by many maybe because it was one of JBs earlier work....from the romantic "lovesongs, candlelight and you";and the ever popular "Iam holding on" to the laid back "Going Home"; "Baronese"; and "Reunion"....I marvel at the genius of JB....I could get it over the counter because it was not in stock anymore....another masterpiece for my colection

This was a great purchase. I could not find anywhere, where I live, and was afraid I wouldn't find. The cd was perfect. Thanks

I purchased this CD just for track #16, High Tide. It is a beautiful song. I imagine that I am on an island away from all the cares in the world. It is worth purchasing just for this track alone. The other songs are added bonuses. Enjoy!

I have had this on tape for many years.was thrilled to find it on cd.brought back many fond memories.play it all the time now.

This is my favorite Jonathan Butler CD and I'm glad I got a great CD version.