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Steven C. Davis | Oakland, California | 03/04/2007

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Okay, I have to admit I didn't understand why Shaun Escoffery chose to do an album of covers so early in his career. I mean isn't that reserved for Rod Stewart and Michael McDonald? Shaun Escoffery has got balls to cover some of the most celebrated classic RnB music. I mean the original versions are from music icons. Yet the man makes each cover his own. Feeling Good, a very haunting song written by fellow Brit Anthony Newley and made legend by the late Nina Simone is mind blowingly beautiful. Shaun's vocals are simply off the Richter. That song alone is worth paying the import price. Shaun pays homage to Shugie Otis covering Aht Uh Mi Hed.

I have to admit I like Shaun's version much better. Why Can't We Live Together is another haunting song by Timmy Thomas. This tune is still very relevant today. Why Can't We live together y'all? Beautifully interpreted and sung by Mr. Escoffery! I think I heard It Through The Grapevine is okay on this CD. It's kind of hard to touch Marvin Gaye. Something is missing? It just doesn't move me? Blame it on the Sun is a real treat. Wouldn't you just love to start every morning out with a song like this? Too amazing! Watch out Stevie! LOL Now Shaun is really brave to tackle Sam Cooke. He does it with incredible skill. This is also some juicy ear candy! Now considering that Sam's interpretation was inspired by a troubling time in American History. Shaun Escoffery again steps up to the plate and hits a home run. Bravo Mr. Escoffery. A job well done! Give my props to Geoffrey Williams. A most underrated producer and songwriter."