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July 29, 2009

Maxwell’s BLACKsummers’night

maxwell-blacksummernightIt was his delicate organic and soulful voice, charming smile, and curly fro that first attracted everyone to Brooklyn native Maxwell, over a decade ago.  Now, after an eight-year hiatus Maxwell has remained true to his R &B/Neo Soul origins with his latest LP BLACKsummers’night.

After a rocky road in the industry, going against the norm as one of the key figures in the sub genre, neo-soul movement, Maxwell has delivered a breath of fresh air to the R&B scene, an industry that has become obsessed with auto tune. On tracks like “Pretty Wings”(his first single of the LP), “Fistful of Tears”, and “Cold” the mesmerizing sounds of the piano, guitars, bass, and drums provide the perfect backdrop for Maxwell to sing episodes of relationship and broken love stories that all mature audiences can relate to.

BLACKsummers’night is a must have album and a great addition to Maxwell’s resume.  It instantly became #1 on the Billboard top 200 charts, which is Maxwell’s second out of five albums to do so. Although Mr. Sumthin ‘Sumthin’ took an over extended break, his return has proved that he has not lost his touch. The upbeat tunes, coupled with Maxwell’s relaxing melodic flow, is reminiscent of his prior albums, as he as not ventured far from the “Fortunate” and “Lifetime” roots that were once in constant replay on the airwaves.

The album is a good listen from front to back and paired with a glass of wine or a lounge atmosphere it is guaranteed to set the mood right. Think laid back, intimate rooftop party full of intriguing minds and sexy bodies, on a hot humid breezy summer night.  The glistening of your skin highlighted by the moonlight, as you tap your feet and move your head to the sweet seranade of Maxwell’s voice, on a memorable BLACKsummers’night.

posted by: Dominique Zonyéé
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10 Comments »

I love your flo.
Thanks for the update. I am sorry I missed his latest concerts in my area. Do you know how I might find out his next gig in the Tri-State Area of NY,NJ & CT?

Comment by D. Milligan — July 30, 2009 @ 9:43 am


Super excited for Maxwell…although I didn’t expect anything but high sales for him especially since the album was so good! Has anyone heard of this song On The Ocean by K’JON…great song and he has such a soulful voice. Yall should listen to his music @ http://www.myspace.com/whoiskjon and his album comes out August 4th, 2009!

Comment by Shan — July 30, 2009 @ 1:09 pm


I did not expect anything less from maxwell.This was defintely worth waiting for.

Comment by Patterson — July 30, 2009 @ 4:42 pm


great summary, very interested in hearing more.

Comment by sally Borgman — July 30, 2009 @ 8:11 pm


This was a great album!

Comment by STREET ETIQUETTE — July 31, 2009 @ 12:19 am


Does the rooftop party come with the CD? If so, I’m in.

Comment by Gayla — July 31, 2009 @ 5:27 am


Maxwell hasn’t lost his touch. He is a smooth, talented brother.

Comment by L. Harris — July 31, 2009 @ 11:17 am


Truly inspiring to be able to come back after an 8 year hiatus which such incredible music. I’ll be looking for him in concert in my area.

Comment by L. White — July 31, 2009 @ 11:50 am


Thanks for keeping it real about Maxwell. I truly feal BLACKsummers’night is destine for an award. Can you let me know when he will be in the DC/Baltimiore area?
Again thaks for this well informed piece about someone I care for.
Much Love
PJ

Comment by Pamela Razzaq — August 3, 2009 @ 4:41 am


Your review is on point. This was indeed a good listen and well worth the wait.

Comment by Brandi — August 3, 2009 @ 7:18 am


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