TTD's Vibrator

Terence Trent D'Arby

Product Details

• Audio CD (May 9, 1995)
• Original Release Date: May 9, 1995
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Sony
• ASIN: B000002B3D
• Also Available in: Audio CD  |  Audio Cassette  |  MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (29 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #95,529 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Top Notch, August 18, 2004

By	Fred McGhee "fredmcghee" (Austin, TX) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This is one of TTD's (Sananda Maitreya) best albums. Wonderful compositions, especially "Holding On To You" "We Don't Have That Much Time Together" and "Surrender" (which KGSR played for a while). The biggest performance statement made on this CD is Kevin Wyatt's bass; absolutely rock solid, it walks a fine line between too much and just right.

TTD's singing, as usual, is singular and outstanding.

This is the kind of album Lenny Kravitz WISHES he could make.

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars no justice for this piece, November 20, 2002

By	A B Akinsiku (London, London United Kingdom) - See all my reviews

Here in this CD lies irrefutable evidence that there is no justice in this world.This is a world where untalented fashion models (masquerading as artists )lacking musical vision and accountants in suits and ties rule the music world.
A world where music produced by real talents die like dogs in the bargain basement of your local HMV.
TTD's "Vibrator" is such an album and I consider it as nothing short of a classic.
Kicking off with the monster funk of the title track."Vibrator" opens up with a killer B-line thats simply to die for.
As usual TTDS voice is relentles.This is a voice money or training cant replicate.You are either born with it or youre not.
His melodies? second to none.Lyrics? living poetry.
From the old school soul of 'Holding on to you' to the malancholic and metaphysical 'Ressurection', he weaves themes of love, loss, obsession and spirituality into one seamless suite of 13 songs.I cannot overemphasize the importance of the power of this mans voice.Even a somewhat corny lyric like"goodbye picasso hello dolly" ( From holding unto you) sounds like Keates when he sings it.The production is also on point.
And please watch out for the juggernaut track that is "TTd's recurring Dream";where TTD flips between his rustic yet soulful vocal to a Prince like falseto underscored with dark sombering beats and exotic strings !
Dont get me wrong, this album is not all heavy stuff about love, death and the spiritual. There is also the cheeky and humourous "supermodel Sandwich W Cheese".
I cant praise this album too much and the closest I can compare it to is possible The Family Stands " Moon In Scopio" or Princes'"Sign Of The Times" .

Overall Vibrator is a lot more accomplished than "Symphony Or Damn" and a lot more accesable than " Neither Fish nor Flesh". And yes I do think this is the greatest album he has ever made..and for me one of the best albums to merge Rock, Funk and Pop.Dont let this album die in the bargain basement at HMV.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars VIBRATE YOUR SOUL, May 4, 2004

By	"emilio319xxx" (Miami, Florida United States) - See all my reviews

Terence Trent D'arby is an artist of the highest caliber. His albums provide you with everything you can ask for from a musician...top quality musicianship,great melodies/songwriting, and positive lyrics that touch on modern day issues and spiritual themes while providing answers and directing your soul to a higher plane. As a musician and a big music fan, I can honestly tell you that this is one of the best cd's I own and my favorite of all the TTD cd's (with "WildCard -Joker's Edition" and "Symphony or Damn" not too far behind.)
The title track, "Vibrator," really gets you soul vibrating right from the start. Kevin Wyatt's bass line is one of the funkiest I have ever heard and his bass playing is phenomenal throughout the album. The song has a spiritual theme and really connects the listener with TTD's message of positivity. "SuperModel Sandwich" is a funky rock number that really rocks as well with outstanding bass playing once again by Kevin Wyatt.
"Holding On To You" may be the best track on the cd. It's a rousing rock ballad that really showcases TTD's voice. "Undeniably" is a really nice ballad that takes on a really funky/jazzy vibe. "We Don't Have That Much Time Together" has a Latin Flavor to it and a really great melody.
"Supermodel Sandwich/w cheese" is a totally different take on "Supermodel Sandwich"....less of a rock vibe and more of a funky vibe...once again, Kevin Wyatt lays down an unbelievably funky bass line.
Honestly, this is my weak attempt to convey to YOU who is reading this review right now that this cd (along with the "WildCard" and "Symphony or Damn" albums) is absolutely fabulous. It is unbelievable to me how the public has completely slept on TTD's music and talent but I'm very glad that TTD's music has found its way into my life because it definitely "vibrates" with my musical tastes and spiritual inclinations.......To sum it up, this is some damn good music by a really talented musician. Buy it and spread the word.