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It's a real tragedy for the fans of RB that this group disbanded. In my humble opinion "they were one of the best groups ever." I know I might be a bit over the top with that statement,but thats how much I liked them. Kevon Edmonds has a Fantastic voice. Damn! you can't begin to imagine how much I miss them

I've listened to this group since 1989, when they first came out, and I've seen them live twice. The group has La Face roots with Kevon and Melvin, who are brothers of Kenneth Edmonds and Keith Mitchell, who is Antonio Reid's cousin.

Hands down, the best sounding R&B group around. They always struck me as geared more toward older listeners, but these guys were just born to sing. Very polished, very soulful, with great vocal range.

Kevon is probably the best singer of the group, with his very crystal clear tone and never seems to hit a falsetto even when hitting the really high notes.

I agree with one of the earlier commentators that it's probably too early for their best of album. However, seeing that Keith Mitchell has left the group and Kevon has had his own solo debut, the likelihood of them touring together in the future is pretty unlikely.

Their top hit is "Ready or Not", which was on their debut album. To this day, it's probably their best song to date. It seems like all the songs written by Babyface tend to be their better efforts. "Baby, I'm for Real" is also another great song, from their second album. Also, "Not Enough Hours in the NIght", "Can He Love You Like This", "Gonna Love You Right" and "Til You Do Me Right" round out their other hits.

However, where's "Truly Something Special" and "How Do You Tell the One"?

Their slow songs definitely tend to be better their upbeat songs, although "Heat of the Moment" and "Can't Stop" are pretty good. Also, "Nights Like This", which was from the movie soundtrack, "The Five Heartbeats", is also pretty good with it's 50s Motown group vibe.

Overall a great album, however, it's disappointing that this group never got the recognition or airplay it deserved.

As most of us know, Kevon and Melvin Edmonds of the trio After 7 are the brothers of Kenny "Babyface" Edmonds, so that musical lineage is felt in this group. After 7 made such fabulous music and had hits between 1989 and 1997. The many hits from their '89 debut with LA and Babyface, such as Ready or Not and the street corner feel of Can't Stop and the ultra funky Heat of The Moment. Then around August/September of 1992, I thought that After 7 were at their funkiest with Kickin It', their effort with Dallas Austin. Also a surprise was the phenomenal Baby I'm For Real/Natural High medley song. One of the best '90s remakes of a '70s R&B hit in that decade--they respected the original songs vocally. And the '95 album that had a few more hits with Babyface. One of the highlights here is their hit Nights Like This from 1991 from Robert Townsend's movie "The Five Heartbeats." They sounded so good on this song's '50s inspired feel. Also, the newer song of their remake of Hall & Oates "Sara Smile" sounds so soulful here. The performances here are wonderful, the singing and harmonies so smoothly done. Although they decided not to record any more music, this collection compiles their best songs and their artistry as a group. A dynamic trio they were in their prime.

I LIKE THIS COMPILATION CD OF AFTER 7. IT IS NICE AN IT CONTAINS ALL OF MY FAVORITE SONGS BY AFTER7. I LIKE THIS CD IT IS GOOD AND ALL OF THE SONGS ON THIS CD IS VERY GOOD. THESE MEN HAVE VERY NICE VOICES AND DIDN'T GET THE RECOGNITION THAT THEY DESERVED. THEY DID A VERY NICE JOB . THIS IS A MUST HAVE CD FOR ANY AFTER 7 FAN.

These guys were great. I don't know if they are up to much anymore, but back in the day I'd listen to them over and over and sometimes go back to their music even now. This cd pretty much includes everything great from their collection. Ready or Not is one of my absolute favourite songs of theirs (and in general) and Takin My Time is the most sexy song ever. It's a little naughty but very very nice. There's so much resemblance in their voices to Babyface it proves the family connection. I mean he's also brilliant. While unfortunately these guys didn't become bigger, they are still worth listening to if you are a true RnB fan. They are so soulful in their songs and their harmonies are terrific. You'll love this album and it will make you want to go get their other couple of cds. I highly recommend this.

This is a great Compilation CD of the R&B group After Seven. With the help of babyface, they put together quite a few fantastic songs. The CD sounds great, the quality and choice of songs are perfect. From start to finish, this Disc will keep you in the mood of love and happiness. Great CD to have playing for a romantic night. Thank you After Seven for some great songs.

My top 5 tracks:
Baby I'm for real
Can he love u like this
Gonna love you right
Sara smile
One night

I've been looking for "Nights Like This" for years now. I found this cd and am VERY happy I purchaced it. The whole cd is wonderful and brings back lots of memories for me. I recommend this cd to anyone who loves soft R-n-B.

Well this is easily one of my favorite groups of the 80s. They had the class of DeBarge, but more of an adult sound. I had the biggest crush at the time on namely Babyface and Kevon Edmonds. The lyrics on the songs are so encredibly romantic and sincere, which I guess is a trademark of 'real Babyface', not the grown and sexy Babyface??? I have to agree with one above reviewer that stated the production on the album overshadowes the group. LA & Babyface were true masterminds when they put an album togther. Every song is good on the cd, every one brings back fluttery memories of some silly crush I had at the time LOL. After 7 was a great soul singing group, they reminded of soulsters from the late 70s (O-Jays, Switch, DeBarge, EWandFire) its all here, you'll love it if you loved real R & B soul. My favorite cut is "Ready or Not", easily the best love song they made...I guess LA was in the throws of over-infatuated passion for Pebbles at the time. (all that I've got, I'll give you everything, I love you more than words can show ect ect....WOW you won't hear those lines anymore on black radio, touch this feel that, I'll go down and what have you...After 7 had class and romance. "Can't Stop" is an absolute JAM and the covers of "Nights like This, and Baby I'm for real" are fabulous. Its just too bad that once R & B became more 'edgey' they could not survive in the late 90s...Boys II Men kinda stole their audience. But now I think if they decided to make a comeback they'd be well accpeted if they got radio play, Anthony Hamilton is succeeding. Bottomline this is a must buy for a soul lover. It does not disspoint...

This CD is exceptional. I loved After 7 in the early 90's and love them even more now. I know Kevon has a new album coming out this year, I can't wait for it.

All the classic After 7 songs, remixes of some favorites, an a capella wonder, and a remake. After 7 knows what the audience wants. "Sara Smile" just got brighter. "Gonna Love You Right" makes you wonder why After 7 never did more a capella ballads...they don't need music...their voices are music enough. Hopefully with the departure of Keith Mitchell, After 7 will remain in tact and continue to produce mature romance music that speaks to all of us.