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Sending My Love

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The acclaimed contemporary jazz guitarist Norman Brown has not only ensured that the musicianship on this album will be tight and cohesive, but also underlined the versatility and adaptability of the musicians who play with him.

It's his second release with Peak/Concord for but his eighth overall, in a career dating back to the early 1990's.

His 2002 album, Just Chillin', earned him a Grammy for best pop instrumental album, and that release, along with his earlier recordings for the MoJazz division of Motown Records, forms the basis of an impressive resumé.

On this album there is a good lineup of musicians : Herman Jackson on keys, Alex Al on bass, Teddy Campbell on drums, Jubu on rhythm guitar, Kevin Richard on percussion, and Melvin Moore III and Rochella Brown on vocals.

It includes nine original songs and a cover of Kenny Loggins' "Celebrate Me Home", which was co-written by pianist Bob James. The track is is dedicated to the troups, and Norman's second eldest daughter, serving in Iraq.

On this track, the vocals are provided by Norman himself, her daughter Rochella and The Sound of Blackness.

Norman's vocals as well deserve some special attention, as they range from soft and smooth ballads such as "One Last Goodbye".

There are plenty of pure instrumental sounds among the cuts too.

My favourites, the soulful opener "Come Go With Me", the laid back "Here's My Number", "Special Moments", a sweetly haunting and vibrant song that really shows off Brown's guitar virtuosity, and the Latin-tinged "Play Time", which features some smooth and funky grooves.

Nothing is really memorable here, but there's plenty to enjoy.

Despite the presence of a few weak moments, "Sending My Love" on the whole isn't a bad album.

Anyone who owns a copy of "After The Storm" or "Just Chillin'" knows that Brown is capable of a lot more, but even so, this disc has more going for it than a lot of the smooth jazz-oriented releases of 2010.

Just Chillin'

After the Storm

I've always loved George Benson. Not only from his records but in concert for many years. When I heard the frist Norman Brown CD I thought this guy if the Future MR. Benson. His style,his music create the smooth sounds that I enjoy. I have to say, I have every CD he's brought out. This current CD will not let you down, take it from a smooth jazz lover from down under.

Anybody who likes jazz should pick up Norman Brown's new CD. Not only are the tracks full of rich beats, hot licks and complex riffs...there's also a true meaning behind the album! Norman is speaking from the heart and it comes through in full force on Sending My Love. Do yourself a favor and pick this album up!

What can I say ??? this album is alot better than the last, keep up the good work brother Norman.

Norman Brown has released another great CD. I am a Norman Brown fan and have seen him perform a number of times. He does a great rendition of Celebrate Me Home with Sounds of Blackness. Also he showcases his vocal talents a bit more than usual which is very nice. Any Norman Brown fan will love it.

As usual I am never disappointed by this musician. His sounds are so mellow and upbeat at the same time. His guitar always puts me on a beach with a long tall drink in hand. Love Norman Brown. Keep stringing that guitar.

Norman Brown is a great guitarist and this cd is another very good cd from a great guitarist and the writing is what seperates Brown other very good guitarists. Sending My Love, Here's My Number, Coming Back, as well as One Last Goodbye are my favorites. The song Play Time has some fast latin-like rhythms. This is excellent music to listen to while taking a short 1 hour trip because the pace and style of the music varies enough that it does not sound the same throughout. The song titled Celebrate Me Home is a gospel-jazz sounding number that uses the Sounds of Blackness choir as well as vocals from Brown and his daughter Rochela Brown and this song is a departure from what has been on Brown's albums before so it takes a couple of times listening to get what Brown is trying to do, especially if you never heard the original version of the song. If someone is looking for a jazz record that's not just a slow,smooth record, this is it. Sending My Love is worth the money and if you get the chance to see Norman Brown perform some of these tracks live as I did, it's worth the money.

What else can you expect from an accomplished player like Norman Brown. If you don't love this project then you don't love Jazz. As one of the title's says , "Coming Back( The Return of the Man). This Cd is a must own for Jazz enthusiast.

This cd is classic Norman Brown, although I didn't see where the track 'Celebrate me Home' fit in with the rest of this cd but the tracks are nicely arranged, my fav tracks are;

3. Sending My Love

5. Play Time

6. Special Moments

7. I'm Pouring my Heart Out

Norman Brown is one of the greatest guitar players out today as he has a distinctive sound that sets him apart from the rest. If you are a true Norman Brown fan then this cd is a must have for your collection

Awesome....Awesome....Awesome!!! Excellent music has been written, arranged and produced on this baby. Norman Brown gets better and better with each CD that he puts out. Very gifted musician.