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Title: Overrated but good intentioned
Review: One look at the album cover, and I hate to say it, but you can tell the lack of overall quality that went into this album. It feels like a demo, with lousy reverb, cheezy strings. There are hints of inspiration, like the submerged drum'n'bass influence and the awkward string passages, but these seem more forced and show-offy than an integral part of his sound. Amazingly enough, they managed to get a stellar cast of supporting artists, like downtown bassist Greg Cohen, but the overall feel is that of someone who is yet unformed. You'd be better buying Terence Trent D'Arby, Prince, or D'Angelo, for solid soul. Maybe even look for Neneh Cherry's import releases. But Rachid is not yet an important musician.
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