Reviewed by David Bain

On this unique compilation album, there is a tight collaboration between a number of contrasting artists on TKM Records. Although all the tracks are credited to the individual artists a closer look at the CD sleeve reveals that everyone is working together like one big family! There is much to rave on about here. The entire CD is playable for most occasions and a fantastic all round listen, with songs to chill too and others to praise and bounce around with. There is competent rapping from DW and Sta.Jigga amongst others, on many of the tracks. Julian, Efrem Smith and Drya display gorgeous talent with their soulful lyrics, backed up by intelligent tunes with a funky, jazz feel. I'm most impressed with the smooth sound of Tryenyse who delivers one of the best tracks I've heard in a while: "Love Is In The Air", a wonderfully balanced piece of music rumbling under perfectly-pitched spoken words. It's a shame that there are only 11 tracks, as I'm sure that this can't be the only "cutz" they have to offer. Perhaps they are spinning them out over many volumes! This is an easy album to enjoy, for those who truly appreciate music with soul!

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