Aloa Harris - By The Book

Published Wednesday 5th October 2005
Aloa Harris - By The Book
Aloa Harris - By The Book

STYLE: R&B
RATING 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9
OUR PRODUCT CODE: 13378-3144
LABEL: Sirrah Entertainment 837101043670
FORMAT: CD Album
ITEMS: 1
RRP: £9.99

Reviewed by Simon Eden

To classify this album as just R&B is misleading, as it contains a wide assortment of music styles. There is old time gospel mixed with soul, jazz with funk, rock with blues and even scat (jazz style vocals without words). Just when you thought you knew what to expect, Aloa manages to break the mould and breaks free of being labelled. This is her debut release that has been produced by her husband Rod who is also credited with piano, all other keys, acoustic and electric guitars, bass, drums, percussion, kitchen sink, and background vocals. I wonder if he plays them all at the same time live? Aloa only did the lead and background vocals. To prove her brains alongside her strikingly beautiful model looks she has just received a certificate in Christian Ministry from Hope International University. Aloa and Rod clearly make a synergistic combination, as Aloa has generally written the lyrics whilst Rod wrote the music. Aloa is a native of Freeport, Grand Bahama Island, Bahamas, who migrated to the United States as a child, and like many gospel artists learnt her vocal talents growing up in the church. The funky bass lines excel throughout the album and are contrasted with the soulful rhythm guitar on the track "Give Me A Drink" inspired by the Biblical story of the woman at the well in John 4. This album reflects a formidably talented couple.

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Reader Comments

Posted by Komaa Evans in Victorville, CA @ 16:21 on Dec 21 2005

This is by far the best CD I heard this year. Rod and Aloa God bless your talented selves & keep up the good works. If you're reading this comment, you really should purchase this album, you won't regret it!



Posted by Denetia Missick in Freeport, Bahamas @ 04:28 on Sep 22 2005

I really loved the CD. In particular, the song "Heal this Land". Aloa, continue to use your gift for the Lord as you minister to the world. God bless.



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