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Ruben Studdard, the velvet teddy bear, just won another contest...the first American Idol to ever receive a tribute album!
Smooth, urban soul covers of songs from Studdard s debut album such as Flying Without Wings, Sorry 2004, What If and more!
With style and charm, Studdard wooed American audiences who will go wild for this special tribute!
Special Roots Of tracks feature R&B icons Teddy Pendergrass, The Delphonics, Percy Sledge and Billy Ocean!
He is the over-sized, infectiously genial velvet teddy bear who won over the hearts of millions of Americans with his powerful, commanding voice and genuine southern charm. But Ruben Studdard is more than just a massive talent contest winner; he is proving to be one of the most talented entertainers of his generation. Studdard s magnificent debut album Soulful, at once a throwback to the mellow grooves of Marvin Gaye and the late great Barry White as well as an exciting leap forward into modern, hip hop influenced soul, earned him near unanimous critical acclaim. And even if Studdard himself would probably demure these flattering comparisons, his humility and graciousness is definitely a welcome breath of fresh air. In celebration of Studdard s awesome achievements, we ve gathered just a few of the many music veterans, producers and studio wizards - calling themselves The R&B Smooth Players - who have been touched by Studdard s music and had them record these fresh, new versions of songs from his debut album. The result, we hope, will please not only the millions of Rooo-Ben fans all over the world but perhaps even the fine young southern gent who inspired it all. As a special bonus, we ve included some outstanding original tracks by some of Studdard s predecessors such as Teddy Pendergrass, Billy Ocean, Percy Sledge and The Delfonics. Enjoy! --Cleopatra Records
Smooth, urban soul covers of songs from Studdard s debut album such as Flying Without Wings, Sorry 2004, What If and more!
With style and charm, Studdard wooed American audiences who will go wild for this special tribute!
Special Roots Of tracks feature R&B icons Teddy Pendergrass, The Delphonics, Percy Sledge and Billy Ocean!
He is the over-sized, infectiously genial velvet teddy bear who won over the hearts of millions of Americans with his powerful, commanding voice and genuine southern charm. But Ruben Studdard is more than just a massive talent contest winner; he is proving to be one of the most talented entertainers of his generation. Studdard s magnificent debut album Soulful, at once a throwback to the mellow grooves of Marvin Gaye and the late great Barry White as well as an exciting leap forward into modern, hip hop influenced soul, earned him near unanimous critical acclaim. And even if Studdard himself would probably demure these flattering comparisons, his humility and graciousness is definitely a welcome breath of fresh air. In celebration of Studdard s awesome achievements, we ve gathered just a few of the many music veterans, producers and studio wizards - calling themselves The R&B Smooth Players - who have been touched by Studdard s music and had them record these fresh, new versions of songs from his debut album. The result, we hope, will please not only the millions of Rooo-Ben fans all over the world but perhaps even the fine young southern gent who inspired it all. As a special bonus, we ve included some outstanding original tracks by some of Studdard s predecessors such as Teddy Pendergrass, Billy Ocean, Percy Sledge and The Delfonics. Enjoy! --Cleopatra Records
Product Description
1. Flying Without Wings
2. Superstar
3. Sorry 2004
4. Take The Shot
5. Don t Quit One Me
6. No Ruben
7. What If
8. After The Candles Burn
Performed by The R&B Smooth Players
THE ROOTS OF RUBEN STUDDARD
9. Teddy Pendergrass - Love TKO
10. The Delfonics - Didn t I Blow Your Mind This Time
11. Percy Sledge - When A Man Loves A Woman
12. Billy Ocean - On The Run (Hold On Brother)
2. Superstar
3. Sorry 2004
4. Take The Shot
5. Don t Quit One Me
6. No Ruben
7. What If
8. After The Candles Burn
Performed by The R&B Smooth Players
THE ROOTS OF RUBEN STUDDARD
9. Teddy Pendergrass - Love TKO
10. The Delfonics - Didn t I Blow Your Mind This Time
11. Percy Sledge - When A Man Loves A Woman
12. Billy Ocean - On The Run (Hold On Brother)
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2.0 out of 5 stars
Tribute??,
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This review is from: Tribute to Ruben Studdard (Audio CD)
I am more than a little confused about this one. I thought tributes were either done posthumously or after a long and successful career. Ruben is very talented, but since he is living and is just starting his career.....
The artists on this CD are among the more talented American Idol participants. However, why was it released under the guise of a "tribute?" It was just another way to quickly release Idol cuts and earn some fast money. I don't see much of a reason to buy this one.
6 of 11 people found the following review helpful:
1.0 out of 5 stars
A TRIBUTE?!,
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This review is from: Tribute to Ruben Studdard (Audio CD)
Why in the world was a tribute to Ruben made? I don't like these Tribute CDs, they are sung by not-so-talented studio session singers. Avoid at all costs!
6 of 11 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Good R&B,
By Shelia Jenkins (New Orleans, La) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Tribute to Ruben Studdard (Audio CD)
I think the album is very good, and it pays tribute to a goodperson (American Idol) the Velvet Teddy bear. Ruben deserves this tribute. Way to go. Go Ruben
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