Music Review

Morning (2006)

Amel Larrieux
Reviewed by Margeaux Watson | Apr 24, 2006
EW's GRADE
B+

Details Release Date: Apr 25, 2006; Lead Performance: Amel Larrieux; Genre: R&B

The latest from the ex-Groove Theory singer-songwriter Amel Larrieux is an inspired collaboration with her husband, co-writer, and producer, Laru. Echoing their 2004 effort, Bravebird, the couple explore matters of the heart in an understated framework of mellow grooves and ballads. Standouts include three bass-heavy slow jams (''Gills and Tails,'' ''Magic,'' ''Mountain of When'') that evoke the earthy sensuality of Erykah Badu's first album, but Larrieux's passionate chemistry (''Earn My Affection,'' ''No One Else'') is Morning's greatest strength.

Originally posted Apr 21, 2006 Published in issue #874-875 Apr 28, 2006 Order article reprints

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