NEWS4U MARCH 2022 | MUSIC REVIEWS
MARCH MUSIC REVIEWS JENNIFER LOPEZ/MALUMA Marry Me (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) Universal Studios/Sony Latin Music
MARY J BLIGE Good Morning Gorgeous 300 Entertainment The legend herself is gifting us with new music and it’s truly a blessing. This 14th
Valentine’s Day may be over, but we can
studio album was released just two days
still have love for the Marry Me soundtrack. The 12 pop/Latin tracks are all sung by Jennifer Lopez and Maluma, who star in the film as a famous power couple in the music industry. Lopez chose her songs from over 100 songwriter submissions. Maluma co-wrote his with music producer Edgar Barrera. Combined, they double the heat. “On My Way” is a gorgeous power ballad from Lopez, who pours all of her emotion and heart into the vocals. “Love Of My Life” pulls at the heartstrings, especially for all the single folks out there with, “You know I tried so long/ Every time I thought I found it, I was wrong/ I swear I must've spent a thousand nights/ Looking for somebody who could hold me tight/ Until I realized/ I am the love of, the love of my life." Maluma delivers a dash of reggaeton flavor with "Uno en un Millón.” “Segundo” is also a knockout. The detail, artistry and passion that went into this album is impressive. Not only
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before she killed her Super Bowl Sunday performance during the half-time show. “Amazing” featuring DJ Khaled kicks things off with a powerful bang. It gives you an energized burst of self-confidence with, “My crib is so big I tell the guests to use a map/ He wanna play house/ I ask him, "Where's the fun in that?" (Let's go)/ Seein' all these blessings, man, I think I pray too much/ Lately, I been feeling like I turn up way too much.” It's both a dance anthem and self-therapy. “Good Morning Gorgeous” delivers similar feels with, “I ain't talkin' 'bout getting no hair n' make up (oh, no, no)/ I'm talking about as soon as I wake up (oh, ooh, ah/ I say good morning (say good morning)/ Good morning (good morning) / Good morning (oh, yeah) / Good morning, gorgeous (yeah, yeah, yeah).” You tell ‘em, Mary. - Marisa Patwa
did we get a great rom-com but the perfect album to accompany it. - Marisa Patwa
TONY MARTIN Thorns Dark Star Records
JAZMINE SULLIVAN Heaux Tales, Mo’ Tales: The Deluxe RCA Records
Tony Martin is best known for his tenure as Black Sabbath’s frontman from 198797. Faced with the unenviable task of
R&B icon Jazmine Sullivan is back bringing down the house with her latest studio album. It’s a sequel to last year's Heaux Tales - which we've all been craving. There’s something so intoxicating about Jazmine’s vocals. The 10 tracks are a mix of songs and interludes. Each slays, with several cameos from Issa Rae to Mona Love. “Tragic” gives you trippy vibes. Press play and your body will start bumpin' to the beats. “Roster,” “Hurt Me So Good” and “Selfish” hit you straight in your soul. The interludes of “Issa’s Tale,” "Jazzy's Tale,” “A Breaux’s Tale,” “Mona’s Tale” and “Shanti’s Tale” give a beautiful insight into the light and legacy of these strong women. For those who still crave more after a full album listen, Sullivan is on tour this year. She’ll be in Nashville March 8 at the Marathon Music Works. Late V-Day present anyone? - Marisa Patwa
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replacing Ozzy, Ronnie James Dio and Ian Gillan, Martin carved out a niche during a dark period in Sabbath’s history. Ignored by most at the time, the Tony Martin era of Sabbath is now held in high regard due to his powerful, soaring voice and songwriting skills. 35 years later, Martin has released an album sure to please Sabbath fans, Martin devotees and fans of rock and metal. From song choices to imagery to production, Thorns captures the glory of Martin’s past yet embraces modern metal song structure. He may be 65 years old, but his range and ability to hit the higher-register notes is truly impressive. The album opens with skull-smashers “As the World Burns” and “Black Widow Angel,” before settling into the classic Sabbath-sounding “Book of Shadows.” Don’t miss the title track and “No Shame at All.” - Matt Alschbach
