Great Music, even better live.
02/04/2004
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I saw Nadir's new band play live in Ferndale, MI on Saturday, January 31. They were excellent. The CD is very good as well, but this is music that needs to be heard live. He's surrounded himself with some excellent musicians and singers that didn't appear on the album, and they cook. I'd recommend checking them out if you're in Detroit or if they come to your town. As for the music on this CD, this is excellent stuff. Rooted in soul and funk and old school energy, it's also innovative and alive and today. I'm reminded a bit of Ben Harper or Michael Franti, but this music stands on it's own. Standouts are "Sanctified" and "Leave It Alone", but those picks were probably influenced by the live show. All the tracks are exceptional; fresh, new, but built on a foundation of great soul and funk."