From the uplifting optimism of the title song, "Another Day", to the humble seduction of "Better Man" and the infectious "Love Comes Around", J. Gaines and the Soul Attorneys have created a record that takes a careful look at the variety and complexity of human emotion.


Review:

Not Just Another 'Pop' Album When I picked up the CD case haphazardly last summer, I had no idea what I was getting into. I knew the song, "Better Man", which was circulating like crazy on the local radio stations, but the rest of the CD was completely new to me. I bought it on a whim.

J. Gaines & The Soul Attorneys contains a fervent collection of lyrical masterpieces. While the album can come across, at times, as somewhat cliche or even cheesy, the essence behind each piece is that of a soul searching human being reaching for the stars. The vocals are rich and entrancing, the instrumentals well crafted and serene. It has no specific classification, although it is probably mostly of the 'Pop' persuasion.

Simply put, the album is unique. This album is best complemented by a relaxing weekend drive along a country lane, or the winding natural splendor of the Stanley Park roadway, or any situation which allows for peaceful contemplation of the complex simplicity of human life. From love songs, to spiritual confusion and life questions, J. Gaines & The Soul Attorneys' debut CD is a musical compilation not to be missed.


Reviewed by Kimberley May Maurice