Joe bridges album5/4/2023 ![]() ![]() With its velvety backing vocals, live instrumentation and memorable hook, it's clear from the off, we are in for a strong collection of songs. Things progress with the love - triangle inspired "Dilemma", The staggered electronic high hats and sultry falsetto give the tune an early noughties production feel. The sound feels familiar and nostalgic rather than passé. Singles like "If you lose her" and "Love and Sex Part 2" featuring Kelly Rowland are both highlights. The latter, originally recorded by Joe and Fantasia, gets a mid-tempo re-working with the help of Ms Rowland and the resulting flirtatious sweetness works well. Elsewhere, acoustic ballads like "Blame Her Broken Heart On Me" and "Bridges" are reminiscent of Babyface's classic production, beautifully understated, the tune is comprised of just a guitar, a drum pattern, and a melody as smooth as stretched toffee. This is offset by the unadulterated dirty funk of "Love, Sex, Hollywood" in an obvious nod to Prince. ![]() Joe, not necessarily known for his falsetto, proves he can teach Timberlake and Thicke a thing or two in this vocal masterclass. ![]()
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