Words: Icey Jace
Months after releasing his album “So Excited” veteran lover’s rock singer George Nooks is busy promoting his12 track project which can be regarded as his best effort yet. Undeniably fresh and full of well composed songs the album which was released on C&I Records is a classic blend for both the young and young at heart as it opens up the doors of several genres such as Dancehall, Jazz, Reggae and Rock Steady. Taking it to the notepad Nooks collaborated with both Ian Clough & Calvini Bakker to present beautiful songs of love and compassion with a separate few addressing social and political issues giving the album a complete scope as far as content goes. Incorporating his unique vocals on a bouncy up tempo dancehall rhythm Nooks starts things off with a bang getting dancehall DJ Mad Cobra to join him on the title track that tells a vivacious story of guy likes girls. From there Nooks embrace the realities of hard life on Never Giving In thanking Jah for his many blessings and inspirations as he chants the rebellious hook. Next up is Easy Girl which has a peculiar feel reminiscent of music recorded in the mid 80’s, a definite standout track Nooks commands the tasteful melody, making singing look easy for the duration of the song. Well known for swaying the ladies Nooks Crying at Night is the passionate late night icebreaker that will have women anticipating similar fantasy tales down the line. Representing 35 years in the business Nooks takes Foot Soljah to heart making the track an interesting listen with emotional notes of hope and dedication. Summing up the album tracks 6 through to 12 are all masterful lover’s rock slow jams that will no doubt embrace the hearts of women giving them reassuring message clad stories of “love gone sour, come back sweet” and “forever yours hold me tight” in the music. As lined in the track listing Thinking, Flower, Separated, Caribbean Queen, Genuine Love, Touch My Life and My Woman compliments the overall mood of the album which is centered on relationship experiences, both the good and the bad. The album is a great listen especially when you and your significant other are feeling enchanted and just want to set the mood right. A reliable source of great music George Nooks looks set to represent for another 35 years.
Now planning a possible tour European tour George Nooks is looking to take “So Excited” international. He has already confirmed distribution deals with several record companies such as VP Records, Tuff Gong Records and Dynamic Sounds not to mention the fact that fans can download a digital copy of “So Excited” on I Tunes, Napster and ebreggae.com
Available in record stores island wide.
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