Baring Testament

Now I know for loads of girls the Untitled Video is the essence, the be all and end all of Mr. Eugene Michael Archer. But I beg to differ. The dude had talent and in the sad way of many talented artists (think Lauryn Hill) their art and their talent become their downfall. He was a song-writer, producer, singer and played two types of piano, the keyboard, drums, guitar and bass guitar! But most chicks only remember him for his practically naked (and beautifully formed) abs on the video for Untitled, and the fact that everyone wanted the camera to drop lower, lol. Forgetting that that too was a beautiful song.

There are many debates that that video ruined D'Angelo, and he himself admitted to feeling under pressure after it came out. (for me the video is a very perv-worthy by-the-by) But with or without it, I'd still listen to the man. And it is a shame he has been basically in hiding since 2000. He has been charged with cocaine and marijuana possession, DUI, soliciting, reckless driving, and driving on a suspended license. His stints in rehab have also been well documented.But all I care about is his music--his honeyed voice and the music.

Please, sort yourself out and come back, D'Angelo. I miss you!

Now for my fab five...

And I love him on these two tracks:

Enjoy xXx