Tony! Toni! Toné! – The Revival

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Artist: Tony! Toni! Toné!

Title: The Revival

Year: 1990

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  • 1. Feels Good (4:58)
  • 2. All The Way (4:27)
  • 3. Oakland Stroke (4:40)
  • 4. The Blues (4:13)
  • 5. Let’s Have A Good Time (4:02)
  • 6. It Never Rains (In Southern California) (5:04)
  • 7. Whatever You Want (4:50)
  • 8. I Care (5:56)
  • 9. Sky's The Limit (4:38)
  • 10. All My Love (6:01)
  • 11. Don't Talk About Me (4:16)
  • 12. Skin Tight (4:02)
  • 13. Jo-Jo (Jo Jo) (4:14)
  • 14. Those Were The Days (4:56)

Review

'The Revival' by Tony Toni Toné represents that magical moment when a group finds their true voice in the R&B world. The album slides effortlessly between funk foundations and jazz-inspired arrangements, all tied together with those honey-dipped harmonies that make you close your eyes and sway. Their hit 'Feels Good' takes James Brown's 'Funky Drummer' and transforms it into something fresh and irresistible, while 'It Never Rains (In Southern California)' shows these brothers can break your heart with the same conviction they use to move your body.

The Oakland trio's experimental approach with the Synclavier workstation created a distinctive sound that separated them from other new jack swing acts of the time. What makes this album special is how they honor soul traditions while pushing boundaries – one minute they're making you laugh, the next they're delivering those smooth contemplative moments that feel like late-night conversations with close friends. This 1990 release was a defining moment for R&B, blending vintage soul sensibilities with contemporary energy in a way that still feels genuine and warm today. These tracks don't just play – they celebrate! - Destiny

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