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24 of 24 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Another reaffirmation of Fred's genius, July 17, 2004
Fred Hammond is one of the most gifted songwriters/arrangers/musicians on the planet. His songs never fail to uplift and inspire, nor do they ever get old.I applaud Fred for trying something different with the praise and worship vibe of his previous project, but Somethin' 'Bout Love finds him in his true element of classic and contemporary soul/R&B arrangements, with plenty of melodies to help The Message stick with you. This set is a true extension of the musical ideas and themes found on the original Pages Of Life. Any missteps here? If one had to nitpick, it could be argued that the Stevie Wonder tune Love's In Need has already been covered to death; but even then, Fred's arrangement manages to breathe life into that old soldier. But again, that's nitpicking. This is Fred's best project since the original Pages Of Life...and that's saying something, since no one has yet topped that one in artistic continuity -- including Minister Hammond himself. But Somethin' 'Bout Love comes mighty close to at least equalling that masterpiece, and belongs in your spiritual and/or mainstream music collection. It really is a wonderful piece of work that will stand the test of time.
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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Words cannot express how much I love this Album-Outstanding, July 22, 2004
I have butterflies in my stomach because there are so many great things that I want to say about this Album. This album is awesome. It's a very different sound for Fred. Different from some of the churchy sounds we're used to hearing from him. And I can really appreciate hearing more of Fred on the album and less choir because he has a beautiful voice. The lyrics are phenomenal. The words on every track will speak to your soul. All I could do was shake my head and say YEAH! say THAT! The words truly ministered to my heart and when you really sit down and listen and contemplate on their meaning...they will bring you to tears...that's how POWERFUL the lyrics are....extraordinary writing! Also what I really love about this album is that it has a strong R&B feel to it, some of the songs are really funky-with that Musigq Soulchild vibe, some have that smooth R&B feel...reminds me of Glenn Lewis vibes and Eric Bennet. Not too much....just enough to move your spirit. The slower songs are true worships songs...they make your want to stretch out on the floor and throw yourself in the Lords hands....If you have a true RELATIONSHIP with God and you KNOW him...you will understand what I mean. The mid-tempo beats are what I call summer-ride with your top down grooves. They make you want to not your head and just ride, while singing the words....
Now my favorites are...
Praise belongs to you--Very, Very Funky! This is my most favorite mid-tempo song on the album. The vocals are tight!
Your mama could groove to this one if she likes funk and soul.
Loved on Me--another funky groove that your mama could groove to. This one and the one I just mentioned are very appropriate to bump in the car when riding or to bump at a barbecue or a party, very groovy song.
A Closer Walk--Very, Very, Intimate song. Love song to the Lord is what I call it. I could light candles, lay a pillow on the floor, get on my knees, and just worship God to this song. A Get to know God song. Just release your burdens on him song. This one is a favorite.
Your love is--My Absolute Favorite song on the album. Strong R&B Feel...reminds me of a Keith Sweat beat. The words are awesome. This song brought me to tears in my Car! That's how powerful it is. Raise your hands and cry out to HIM song....yell, Deliver Me Lord! Your ways are beyond what I can comprehend or think, you've done so much for me, more than I could ever repay song. Lord thankyou for saving me song...If you have a RELATIONSHIP with God...you will understand...!
Make time for Love--Another light your candles and meditate on his goodness song. It makes you think about love and our relationship with HIM, and also our relationships with others. Make you want to stop and just tell someone how much you love and appreciate them song. Awesome song for MARRIED couple that need some reconciling in their lives.
I hope this review is helpful. This CD is a MUST HAVE...If you truly wish to KNOW God, and his ways, and you yearn for a DEEPER understanding of HIM...go get this CD! it's escecially for you :) And if you appreciate GOOD music, lyrics and sound...NOT MESS, this album is for you. I can appreciate an album that you can play from beginning to end without skipping a single track...Bravo Fred..you've done it again. :) You will change lives with this one!
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Fred Hammond's "Somethin' 'Bout Love" CD, August 31, 2004
Flawless, reverent, perpetual praise. I own all of Fred Hammond's CDs and they are all good.... but I tell you, "Somethin' 'Bout Love" sets an even more superior standard of excellence for praise and worship of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, and to encourage us in our daily lives. From the introlude, "I Know It Was the Blood" to the last song, "Your Name Is Jesus," you will be blessed by music that soothes your soul and witnesses to your spirit. How can you hold back the tears when your hear the lyric, "... at the mention of your name, every circumstance must change!"?
I am going through a tremendously difficult season in my life right now and this CD has been a lullabye and a comfort for me since I purchased it about three (3) weeks ago. Literally, I play it ALL the time with my head phones on, except when I am in the shower or at work. I play it continually throughout the night. I have played this CD so much (EASILY more than 100 times) that I need to order another one!
Even if you are not Christian, you will appreciate the masterful musicianship of Fred Hammond. There are not enough superlatives to describe him.
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