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Contents: The unique vocals, sound, and melodies reach the pinnacle of deepening and maturity. Former Chicago vocalist, voice of AOR, and LA music scene legend Bill Champlin's seventh solo studio album, his first in 13 years, has finally arrived! This latest work, a culmination of his career spanning over 55 years, features a luxurious array of trusted guest musicians [Bruce Gaitsch (guitar), Steve Porcaro (keyboards), Jason Scheff (bass, vocals), Lenny Castro (percussion), Mark Russo (saxophone), Greg Mathieson (keyboards), Vinnie Colaiuta (drums), the late George Hawkins (bass), and others] as a backdrop of exquisitely crafted, refined sound. Maintaining a cohesive album structure, Champlin's powerful vocals effortlessly traverse AOR, R&B, funk, blues, rock, and pop, resulting in a solo masterpiece filled with classic tracks that showcase his signature style. His one-of-a-kind vocals, sound, and melodies reach the pinnacle of deepening maturity. High-quality Blu-Spec CD2 specifications (Japan edition only) Includes 2 bonus tracks (Japan edition only) Japan-exclusive jacket Lyrics and translations included Commentary: Hideyo Ito / Toshikazu Kanazawa (Light Mellow) [Track Listing] 01. Reason to Believe 02. Especially Me 03. Livin' for Love 04. Show Me 05. Another Lie 06. Hey 07. Alone 08. Love Lives On 09. Rusin' Ground 10. Stevie Song 11. Too Good for Too Long 12. Love Has No Heart 13. The Truth Has Began 14. My Time 15. Slave to the Medicine (Japan edition bonus track) 16. Force We Can't Fight (Japan edition bonus track) Produced by Bill Champlin except (1) Produced by Bill Champlin & Bruce Gaitsch (2)(9)(13) Produced by Bill Champlin & Greg Mathieson (10) Produced by Bill Champlin & Carmen Grillo Media Reviews and More Former Chicago vocalist, voice of AOR and legend of the LA music scene, Bill Champlin, finally releases his 7th solo studio album in 13 years! This latest work, a culmination of his career spanning over 55 years, features a lineup of trusted and talented guest musicians: Bruce Gaitsch (guitar), Steve Porcaro (keyboards), Jason Scheff (bass), Featuring a luxurious and sophisticated sound backed by a stellar lineup including vocalist Lenny Castro, percussionist Mark Russo, saxophonist Greg Mathieson, drummer Vinnie Colaiuta, and the late George Hawkins bassist, this album maintains a cohesive whole while showcasing Bill Champlin's signature style as he effortlessly navigates AOR, R&B, funk, blues, rock, and pop genres. A masterpiece of his solo career, filled with great songs! (C)RS
