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Seal Album: “Seal [1994 Bonus Tracks]”
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Seal [1994 Bonus Tracks] |
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Release Date:1999-03-23
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Type:Unknown
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Genre:Pop, Soft Pop, Adult Alternative
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Label:Import
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Explicit Lyrics:Yes
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UPC:4943674004188
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Review - :
Fresh from his 1991 self-titled debut, {$Seal} followed with another self-titled release. And true to form, it's another stunning work, although it becomes clear that a musical maturation has taken place. Produced by ex-{$Buggles} frontman {$Trevor Horn} ({$Pet Shop Boys}, {$ABC}, {$Yes}, {$Frankie Goes to Hollywood}), {^Seal} is far more enchanting than his debut. True, {$Seal} is a bit too relaxed at times, but aside from that criticism, the record is lush with harmonies and over-the-top melodies. {&"Don't Cry"} flows with the luxuriant vibes of a hushed vocal and a bellowing string arrangement. {$Seal} showcases his collaborative talent with {&"If I Could,"} a duet featuring Canadian folkie {$Joni Mitchell}. {&"Kiss from a Rose"} and {&"Prayer for the Dying"} established {$Seal} as a household name after both became radio and television mainstays. The soul is there, hauntingly similar to singer {$Terence Trent D'Arby}. But what's so unique about {$Seal} is his gift of transforming free-flowing songs into quick dancefloor tracks with a transcendent step into musical magic. His voice has a spell like that, and his second album reflects such skills. [This special edition of {^Seal} features two bonus tracks, a "Piano Version" of {&"Dreaming in Metaphors"} and an instrumental {&"Prayer for the Dying."}] ~ MacKenzie Wilson, All Music Guide
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