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Title: I Defy Anyone To Claim...
Review: ...that this (re)release isn't one of Ross's best, and, yes, even one of rock 'n soul's best.Ashford & Simpson produced forgotten gems in Ross's early solo years ("Diana Ross" and "Surrender"). Ashford & Simpson reunited with Ross in 1979 to give us "The Boss", a package that grabs the listener from the first notes of "No One Gets The Prize" and doesn't let go. The production is powerful; Ross's voice is confident and commanding.What's so puzzling is that "The Boss" didn't storm the album charts in '79, nor did any of its tracks enjoy any real singles chart success. Hopefully, those who didn't give "The Boss" a chance two decades ago will reconsider. They and a new generation of pop music fans will recognize that Ross is more than sparkling gowns and an overblown diva myth.Treat yourself; "The Boss" won't disappoint.
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