Deliver Us From Eva

Performer: Original Soundtrack
Producer: Marc Mac; Darren Lighty; Demonte Posey; Eddie F; Tone & Poke; Kowan "Q" Paul; Henry Cosby; Jason Edmonds; Karlin; Keith Crouch; Mary J. Blige; Narada Michael Walden; Nickolas Ashford; Raphael Saadiq; Soulshock; Valerie Simpson; Beau Dozier
Distributor: Universal Distribution

Notes: This is an Enhanced CD, which contains both regular audio tracks and multimedia computer files. Personnel: Dean Gant (keyboards); Tara Geter Tillman (background vocals). Arrangers: Dean Gant; Karlin; Soulshock. Ostensibly a hip-hop-related soundtrack for the film starring rap icon LL Cool J, DELIVER US FROM EVA also serves as an excellent sampling of a breed of contemporary slow-jam R&B that's heavily influenced by vintage soul and '70s Quiet Storm. This sound is, of course, highly appropriate for an urban romantic comedy, but the album is great mood music independent of the movie. In fact, DELIVER US FROM EVA is packed with enough sultry beats and slinky bass lines to satisfy Barry White's masseuse. Highlights include the gospel-tinged "Star For Life," from the intensely soulful Mary J. Blige, "Lovin You (Easy)," a breezy effort courtesy of En Vogue, and "Ain't No Sunshine," a Eurodance-flavored track from talented newcomer Yoli, whose voice bears a striking resemblance to the great Joan Armatrading. The disc closes with classic '70s tracks from Marvin Gaye and Stevie Wonder, which perfectly complement the subdued, quietly sexy vibe that permeates the entire album.

Entertainment Weekly (2/21/03, p.150) - "The axis of EVA is solid old-school R&B you can instantly connect with..." - Rating: B+

Click Here for Shipping Options and Policies

Shipping or Dimension weight in pounds: 0.25